Introduction to Project Management

Unit code: NIT1203 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
VU Brisbane
VU Sydney
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

In this unit you will learn the principles and practices of project management, with a focus on IT environments. You will explore the ten knowledge areas of PMBOK and apply them through practical tools and techniques, including Agile and Waterfall frameworks. Working in teams, you will plan and evaluate projects, manage risks, and communicate with diverse stakeholders. By the end of the unit, you will be equipped to prepare project plans, lead collaborative teams, and apply management strategies relevant to project delivery in the tech sector.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Explain and demonstrate the ten knowledge areas of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK);
  2. Prepare an adequate project plan applying the PMBOK ten knowledge areas concepts;
  3. Identify the unique attributes and diverse nature of Information Technology projects;
  4. Select, justify and use project management techniques and tools for IT projects;
  5. Use the appropriate communication method for different types of stakeholders; and,
  6. Identify and apply the characteristics of a leader or manager and collaborative team member in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.

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Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 20%
Two online tests
Assessment type: Laboratory Work
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Grade: 30%
Short answer and calculation lab-based exercise (1 hour) with Q&A verification.
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 50%
Project management assignment - progression submission with three submission dates (Group) (3000 words) and a presentation with Q&A verification in workshop 11.

Laboratory Work: Conducted under supervision, students are assessed on their theoretical understanding based on the syllabus via test. Execution is observed, and outcomes are verified through live checks or oral Q&A to ensure individual performance.

Assignment: Student groups analyse and produce findings in written form based on given real world project scenario and goals to achieved, supported by milestones follow-up in-person verifying interpretation and methodology. AI-generated content is flagged via reflective process documentation.

Required reading

Information Technology Project Management
Schwalbe, Kathy (2018)| Cengage

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Cyber Security
NBCS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Data Science
NBDS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Information Technology
NBIT | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional)
NBIP | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3.5 years

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