The course will introduce project management approaches, processes and tools for succeeding in the workplace. It will attempt to provide a strategic view, as well as practical tools to better manage projects. The focus is of this course is on the development, use and integration of management tools and their adjustment to the project environment. Throughout the course, the emphasis is on taking a managerial view of the situation and implementing tools to support decision making.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Describe the organisational context and environment within which projects operate;
2. Examine contemporary issues in project management both globally and in Australia;
3. Apply tools and techniques to monitor and control projects;
4. Critically analyse project management frameworks and tools;
5. Appraise a strategic perspective with respect to the linkages between organizational and project-level issues; and,
6. Produce a report based on research findings in written and verbal forms.

Research-Led Teaching

The lecture content is driven by research in the field of project management. Students are encouraged to engage in a range of research activities. In addition, other data, research and concepts will be presented during the lectures that may not be in the text book. The lectures will contain a central presentation followed by short exercises during the tutorial in the application of learned material and participation in case studies.

Field Trips

There are no field trips in this course

Additional Course Costs

There are no additional class costs

Examination Material or equipment

See Assessment Tasks - quizzes will be held in class.

Required Resources

Any resources for the course will be advised via Wattle

Recommended Resources

Any further readings for the course will be advised via Wattle

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• Written comments
• Verbal comments
• Feedback to the whole class, to groups, to individuals, focus groups

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Project Management ConceptsIntroduction to the CoursePreliminary definitionsReview of modern project management concepts and techniques	Assessment #1: Participation (Concepts)
2	Project Management ModelsIron TriangleAgile Project ManagementCritical Chain Project Management	Assessment #1: Participation (Concepts)
3	Project StakeholdersPower-Interest Stakeholder ManagementStakeholder CircleCommunication Planning	Assessment #1: Participation (Concepts)
4	Project GovernanceGovernance ModelsDecisionsPrioritization and Traceability	Assessment #1: Participation (Concepts)
5	Project UncertaintyRisk & Opportunity ManagementSystem/Cascading Risk	Assessment #1: Participation (Concepts)Assessment #2: Project Management Concepts Quiz
6	Project LifecycleLifecyclesFeasibilitySystem Thinking	Assessment #1: Participation (Concepts)
7	Project Management Tools & TechniquesScope ManagementScopeWBSTime Dependency	Assessment #3: Participation (Tools & Techniques)
8	Time ManagementScheduleGantt ChartsCritical Path	Assessment #3: Participation (Tools & Techniques)
9	Money ManagementCost ManagementResource ManagementCost Estimation	Assessment #3: Participation (Tools & Techniques)
10	MonitorBudgetEVMMonitor & Control	Assessment #3: Participation (Tools & Techniques)
11	RealisationBenefit RealisationProject PerformancePortfolio/Program	Assessment #3: Participation (Tools & Techniques)Assessment #4: Project Management Tools & Techniques Quiz
12	Course Review	Assessment #5: Group Project - Presentations
13	Non-teaching week	Assessment #6: Group Project - Final Assignment

Tutorial Registration

ANU utilises MyTimetable to enable students to view the timetable for their enrolled courses, browse, then self-allocate to small teaching activities / tutorials so they can better plan their time. Find out more on the Timetable webpage.

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Assessment #1: Participation (Concepts)	5 %	*	30/08/2024	2,3,4
Assessment #2: Project Management Concepts Quiz	15 %	20/08/2024	23/08/2024	1,3
Assessment #3: Participation (Tools & Techniques)	5 %	*	18/10/2024	2,3,4
Assessment #4: Project Management Tools & Techniques Quiz	15 %	15/10/2024	18/10/2024	1,3
Assessment #5: Group Project - Presentations	20 %	22/10/2024	28/11/2024	1,2,3,4,5
Assessment #6: Group Project - Final Assignment	40 %	31/10/2024	28/11/2024	1,2,3,4,5,6

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website Students may choose not to submit assessment items through Turnitin. In this instance you will be required to submit, alongside the assessment item itself, hard copies of all references included in the assessment item.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

This course is taught in seminar mode (Face-to-Face mode) comprising of lecture and in-class tutorial/discussion/exercises. Lectures may be recorded and made available on Echo360 and Wattle. Attendance and participation are expected in all classes and assessment in line with the "Code of Practice of Teaching and Learning" clause 2 paragraph (b)

Examination(s)

In class quizzes will be held via wattle.

Assessment Task 1

Assessment #1: Participation (Concepts)

It is essential to your learning, and the learning of others in the class, that you actively participate and contribute to the course. 

Each week you will be assessed based upon your engagement with the class, the materials and activities.

You will be provided feedback upon your engagement by week 6.

Assessment Task 2

Assessment #2: Project Management Concepts Quiz

A single, closed book quiz will be held Online (via Wattle) during Week 5. This quiz will cover all material up to and including Week 5.

The quiz will be held in class during the seminar time for Week 5. The quiz will be only open during the seminar times that you are registered and must be conducted in class. A password will be required to access the quiz, this password will be provided in the relevant seminars.

Please refer to Wattle site for more information to be provided by end of Week 3.

Assessment Task 3

Assessment #3: Participation (Tools & Techniques)

It is essential to your learning, and the learning of others in the class, that you actively participate and contribute to the course. 

Each week you will be assessed based upon your engagement with the class, the materials and activities.

You will be provided feedback upon your engagement by week 12.

Assessment Task 4

Assessment #4: Project Management Tools & Techniques Quiz

A single, closed book quiz will be held Online (via Wattle) during Week 11. This quiz will cover all material up to and including Week 11.

The quiz will be held in class during the seminar time for Week 11. The quiz will be only open during the seminar times that you are registered and must be conducted in class. A password will be required to access the quiz, this password will be provided in the relevant seminars.

Please refer to Wattle site for more information to be provided by end of Week 9.

Assessment Task 5

Assessment #5: Group Project - Presentations

By the end of week 4, teams will be formed to work on the Major Assignment. The assignment requires research on a project management topic (to be allocated to each team by the course convener) and will require the development of a substantial report. Group work is a critical skill in project management, thus this major assignment is a very important part of the course, not just for the necessary academic learning but also for the practice of teamwork. The groups will consist of between 3 and 5 students. Membership of the groups will be considered and approved by the Convener.

Detailed instructions regarding this assignment will be given during the lectures. The Major Assignment has two parts (see Assessment #6): This part consists of the oral presentation of the key finding and recommendations of the report (20% of total marks).

Purpose:

To develop skills in undertaking research, evaluation of relevant business conditions, and formulation of criteria for decision-making and recommendations. This assessment is intended to further develop your research and analytical skills in issues related to project management.

Marking criteria:

Further guidelines and marking criteria, will be posted on Wattle by Week 5

Value:

20%

Assessment Type:

Group (More information on group formation and group work will be made available after Week 3 on Wattle and/or in class)

Time limit: 

It is expected that your presentation will be between 20-30 minutes.

Due Date:

In class week 12.

Form of submission:

Delivered in class during week 12 seminar time.

Please note that presentations will be recorded for review purposes.

Feedback:

This will be returned at the end of the course, 28/11/2024.

Note: Late submission is not allowed for this assessment task

More information on this assessment task will be made available on Wattle

Assessment Task 6

Assessment #6: Group Project - Final Assignment

By the end of week 4, teams will be formed to work on the Major Assignment. The groups undertaking this assessment, will have the same membership to the groups that undertook Assessment 5. The assignment requires research on a project management topic (to be allocated to each team by the course convener) and will require the development of a substantial report (refer to Assessment Task 5).

Detailed instructions regarding this assignment will be given during the lectures. The Major Assignment has two parts (See Assessment #5): This part consists of a written report (40% total marks).

Purpose:

Group work is a critical skill in project management, thus this major assignment is a very important part of the course, not just for the necessary academic learning but also for the practice of teamwork.

AI USE: the use of AI such as ChatGPT to generate an essay or report is not allowed as it is akin to plagiarism. Students are required to demonstrate achievement of critical, analytical and synthesis skills in high quality works. Any other tools (e.g., grammar checkers etc.) must be declared and explained as to their use.

Style: Harvard Referencing, more information provided on Wattle.

Word limit: 4000 words only. Submissions with more than 4000 words, will be marked up to 4000 words, any further work submitted will not be read or marked.

Due date: 31/10/2024

Feedback: 28/11/2024

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with. The University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.

Online Submission

The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Note: Late submission is not allowed for assessment task 5.

Late submission of assessment tasks without an approved extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for the open-book take-home examination during the examination period.

All requests for extensions to assessment in RSM courses must be submitted through the CBE extension request portal: CBE Assessment Extension Request Form. Further information on this process can be found at https://rsm.anu.edu.au/study/students/extension-application-procedure

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Returning Assignments

Please see relevant assessment task details above.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Resubmission of Assignments

Unless specified otherwise in the assessment requirements, resubmissions are permitted up until the due date and time, but not allowed afterwards.

Privacy Notice

The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information. In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service — including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy. If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes. Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).

• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
• ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
• ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
• ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
• ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
• ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
• PARSA supports and represents postgraduate and research students