mgt5ipm international project management
INTERNATIONAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT
MGT5IPM
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject examines the theory and practices involved in effectively managing large projects in an international and global context. Topics include understanding the global context, managing cross-cultural communication, stakeholder engagement, mega projects and complexities of global projects.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJennifer Spoor
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Priority given to students enrolled in LMPM: Master of Management (Project Management), then order of application among students enrolled in a course at the City Campus
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | On-line resources - academic and industry | Prescribed | TBD | TBD |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Evaluate the needs of a range of stakeholders in global and large projects.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
02. Prepare project proposals and implement project plans in a range of project settings.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
03. Develop effective solutions for challenges that arise in global projects.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2016, Semester 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size30
Enrolment information As requested Speak with Subject Coordinator
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJennifer Spoor
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours lecture/seminar per week on any day including weekend at night from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-class test | 20 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Individual assignment (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Case study (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |