Advanced Project Management

This module introduces the student to more in depth methods of controlling and managing projects including managing multiple projects with finite resources.

This includes reference to a range of more advanced project management tools and methodologies including spreadsheets, MS Project and in particular ‘Prince 2’.

It will develop the students understanding of the complex nature of managing multiple projects and develop their skills of communication to a group.

It will provide the opportunity to enhance their communication, presentation and team working skills including project leadership and management skills through role playing.

The concepts of scenario planning, risk management, post project audits and continuous improvement for the execution of projects will be explored.

The module will be presented by lectures and tutorial support with the assistance of VLE. Assessment will be by Case Study 50% and coursework 50%.

This module has been reviewed and updated, taking cognisance of the University’s Curriculum Framework principles.  Examples of this are found within the module such as active and engaging tutorial activity with contemporary industry examples of modular content, module assessment which reflects industry activities, learning synergies across modules and levels of study and recorded lecture content supporting students to organise their own study time.  Due to some of the unique content, this module is of particular importance in relation to PSRB AHEP-4 learning outcomes.

On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:

• Critically appraise a range of project management methodologies and project tools
• Compare various alternative scenarios/ strategies a project may be exposed to and make an appropriate recommendation
• Plan and control complex multiple projects using advanced project management tools
• Assess the applicability of identified project management procedures and discuss suitable alternatives

 

This is an SCQF Level 10 module and upon successful completion, participants will be awarded 20 credits.

 

Delivery 

A full timetable will be published in advance of course commencement.

 

Course presenter

This module will be delivered by Dr Farhad Anvari.

 

NOTE: This is a university module and upon approval of your application, you will be invited to register and then supported to complete enrolment. To enrol on the university system, the first step involves security set-up using the Microsoft Authenticator app; you will need to ensure that you have a compatible smartphone.

Further information is available at the Student Information Portal.

To access this module via the CPD route, individuals should be ordinarily resident in Scotland.  If you do not meet this criteria, please enquire here.