Project ManagementLaajuus (5 op)

Osaamistavoitteet

After completing the course the student - knows frameworks and standardized processes for project life-time management and different implementation models - is able to identify and cope with the challenges of managing demanding and wide projects - is able to act in different roles in projects, eg. project manager, steering group member and project sponsor - is able to communicate effectively about project developments and issues to all the relevant stakeholders including multicultural project teams - understands the principles of program and portfolio management and how they serve and are aligned with the organization’s strategy

Sisältö

- Theoretical framework for project management. The role of international project management organizations, key competencies, roles of certification of individuals and organizations - Project key concepts and phases from project initiation to closing. Project charter, stakeholder management and roles, requirements development, project planning techniques. Different execution models, monitoring, controlling management areas and styles. - Management and leadership of projects with multicultural teams; the importance of communication.

Edeltävä osaaminen

Completed Bachelor's Degree and minimum of two years working experience after the BSc Degree, eligible for Master's Degree studies in University of Applied Sciences (Finland).