Project Management
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IEYS0404 |
| Type: | Optional obligatory / Professional Studies |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Hautala, Jukka |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
Courses During the Academic Year 2016-2017
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I-EY-3N | 2016-09-01 – 2016-12-31 | Jukka Hautala, Riitta Niemelä | English | 2016-08-22 – 2016-09-19 |
Learning Outcomes
The student knows the principles of project management and project control, knows how to control the project implementation. He knows also the principles of cost and resource control. The student is able to manage risks and can utilize project management tools. He is familiar with PM methodologies and can lead the project group effectively.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the student 133 h, of which
- scheduled studies max 70 h and autonomous studies min 63 h.
The assessment of student’s own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No prior courses required.
Contents
Forming a project organization, schedule, resource and cost planning, project control, follow up and reporting, risk management, project negotiations, communication in project group and project management tools. The role of PMO’s, value driven PM, problem solving and decision making.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide), 4th or newer edition.
SFS-ISO 21500, Guidance on Project Management
Harold Kerzner: Project Management 2.0. John Wiley & Sons. Hoboken, New Jersey 2015.
Other material given by lecturer
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, group work, project work and exercises
Assessment Criteria
5: The student is able to utilize the methods learnt during the study unit independently and is able apply the learnt knowledge in new contexts.
3: The student is able to utilize the methods learnt during the study unit independently.
1: The student is able, with guidance, to utilize the methods learnt during the study unit.
Assessment Methods
Numerical assessment 0…5, examination 50%, project work 50%.