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.
School: La Trobe Business School
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Jennifer Spoor
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/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)
City Campus, 2016, Semester 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: 30
Enrolment information: As requested Speak with Subject Coordinator
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Jennifer 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 |