Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Seminar

Module Offerings

6700YPCBSC-SEP-PAR

Aims

This module will introduce students to project management theory, terms and concepts. Students will
develop an appreciation of the history and development of project management, together with an
examination of examples of project application to a variety of situations. Additionally, there is an
exploration of the various definitions and applications of projects, permitting students to explore the
advantages and disadvantages of project management within a business environment. During this
module students will develop an understanding of the structure of projects through the exploration of
project life cycles, together with an analysis of the constituent activities and basic techniques that are
undertaken during a typical project.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Develop and justify a relevant and feasible project idea.
2.
Critically analyse contexts and environments in which projects can be delivered.
3.
Critically analyse a project life cycle, and skilfully map each stage in the cycle.
4.
Demonstrate knowledge and expertise of project management concepts, models, and tools.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Projects and Project Management (definitions and history)
Project context and landscape
Project life cycles
Project success and failure
Business case
Stakeholder management
Communication
Project management plan
Scope management
Project quality management
Project risk management
Module Overview:
This module introduces students to project management theory, terms and concepts. They will develop an
understanding of the structure of projects through the exploration of project life cycles, together with an analysis of
the constituent activities and basic techniques that are undertaken during a typical project.

Assessments

Presentation

Report