Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Managing Complex Projects
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUSM4332 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2013, Sem 1 2014, Sem 1 2015, Sem 1 2016, Sem 1 2017, Sem 1 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 1 2021, Sem 1 2022, Sem 1 2023, Sem 1 2024, Sem 1 2025 |
Flexible Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUSM4332 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
UGRDFlex23 (ZZZZ) |
Course Coordinator: Omid Haass
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 3610
Course Coordinator Email: omid.haass@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 8.8.27
Course Coordinator Availability: By email
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
You should have satisfactorily completed the prerequisite course BUSM4168 Project Management Processes before you commence this course.
OR
Alternatively you may be able to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge before you start this course. Contact your course coordinator if you think you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning. Further information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=x94or0ccuu7k
Course Description
This course defines and explores the nature of complexity theory, complex adaptive systems and complexity science. And develops your ability to apply this theoretical knowledge to projects. You will learn how to manage project complexity and develop your ability to analyse and contrast how different project management approaches are applicable to complex and conventional projects. This course will focus on complex projects including the management of: post disaster reconstruction projects, aid and relief projects, energy projects and large scale projects
Please note that if you take this course for a bachelor honours program, your overall mark in this course will be one of the course marks that will be used to calculate the weighted average mark (WAM) that will determine your award level. (This applies to students who commence enrolment in a bachelor honours program from 1 January 2016 onwards. See the WAM information web page for more information.)
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
In this course you will develop the following program learning outcomes:
- Determine and apply knowledge of complex project management theory to your professional practice and/or further study
- Professionally communicate to a range of audiences, demonstrating in depth knowledge of the discipline and of the needs of diverse project management stakeholders
- Apply logical, critical and creative thinking to analyse, synthesise and apply theoretical knowledge, and technical skills, to formulate evidenced based solutions to industry problems or issues
- Collaborate effectively with others and demonstrate intellectual independence and autonomy to solve problems and/or address industry issues and imperatives
- Critically examine and reflect on the profession, in local and/or global contexts, and question accepted interpretations and decision making
Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to:
- Analyse and apply project management theory to assess and justify project complexity
- Apply complexity theory, adaptive systems and complexity science to the management of a simulated project
- Analyse and compare project management approaches for complex and conventional projects
- Develop a project management plan and report for a complex project
- Critically examine and reflect on the environmental, social and economic impact of project decision making
Overview of Learning Activities
In this course you will engage in a range of activities including class discussions, debates, presentations from industry guest speakers and case study analysis.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems. Your learning in this course will also be supported by the provision of readings, journal articles, relevant media and other relevant readings.
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the Course’s Learning Outcomes and on your development against the Program Learning Outcomes.
Assessment Tasks
Task 1: Case Study Analysis (Individual) 20% CLO1, CLO5.
Task 2: Technology Investigation and Review (Individual) 30% CLO2, CLO5
Task 3: Major Project (Group) 50% CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5
Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks.
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions.