Project management (5 cr)

Objective

You become familiar with the general principles of projects. You are able to plan, carry out and assess projects. You can find out the needs of interest groups and develop them into concrete project goals. You have a good command of research and development methods needed in project work. You are able to act as a responsible member of a project group and manage projects.

Content

What are the basics of projects and general principles of project work?
What are the methods and tools for project management?
What documentation, communication and assessment are needed during project work?

Course material

Information about learning materials is given at the beginning of the course.
Study materials are teacher-provided lecutres/handouts and electronic material in Learn.

Study forms and methods

The course consists of lectures at start and practical project work. Students are encouraged to search for a project topic. With this project, it is also possible to steer the own career path.

RDI and work-related cooperation

Projects connected with working life

Timing of exams and assignments

Wil be ageed at the first meeting with teacher.

International cooperation

NA

Student workload

Student workload 135 h (including lectures, project work planning, organizing, implementation and final report).

Course part description

Basics of Project Management.
Project manager competencies.
Example of project management - with phases.
Project Management Process Groups, knowledge areas, methodologies and tools.

Further information

NA

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The Evaluation is based on the group work and on personal assignment.