Module Details
Module Code: |
MGMT |
Module Title:
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Project Management
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Title:
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Project Management
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Module Level:: |
7 |
Module Coordinator: |
Nigel Whyte
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Module Author:: |
Marian Murphy
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Module Description: |
The aim of the module is to provide students with a clear understanding of the concepts, techniques, knowledge and skills required for the management of modern software projects.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Evaluate the range of project management methodologies available and make an informed choice. |
LO2 |
Apply basic project management techniques such as cost and effort estimation, scheduling, risk analysis, etc. |
LO3 |
Evaluate the wide range of tools currently available and make informed choices. |
LO4 |
Apply leadership, motivation and decision-making skills. Understand the importance of people management, team dynamics, collaboration and communication. |
LO5 |
Demonstrate understanding and familiarity with the Project Management Body of Knowledge as it relates specifically to software development projects. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Project Management Methodologies
Range of methodologies examined with special focus on Agile and Lean frameworks. Overview, suitability and popularity.
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Project Management Skills
Leadership and motivational skills, decision-making, negotiation, problem-solving, etc.
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Risk Management
Identification, estimation, mitigation and monitoring of risk.
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Cost Management
Importance of metrication, cost estimation methods, tuning of cost model.
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Scheduling
Work breakdown and task sequence, schedule, charts.
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Project Teams
Team structures, team dynamics, workplace ergonomics.
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Project Management Tools
Overview and evaluation of tools based on task management, team collaboration, email integration, document management, third-party integration, mobile app, etc.
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Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
Purpose and contents. Agile practice extension.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
Project | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lectures, discussions, workshops, demos |
12 Weeks per Stage |
4.00 |
48 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
Independent work |
15 Weeks per Stage |
13.47 |
202 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Supplementary Book Resources |
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Project Management Institute. (2017), A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, 6. Project Management Institute, [ISBN: 9781628251845].
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Project Management Institute. (2017), Agile Practice Guide, Project Management Institute.
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Rob Cole,Edward Scotcher. (2015), Brilliant Agile Project Management: A Practical Guide to Using Agile, Scrum and Kanban, 1. FT Press, p.200, [ISBN: 978-129206356].
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Other Resources |
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Project Management Institute. Project Management Institute,
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Institute of Project Management Ireland. Institute of Project Management Ireland,
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International Project Management
Association. International Project Management
Association,
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