Project Management Applied Research Project A

Unit code: EPM7001 | Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Online Real Time
Prerequisites
EPM6003 - Project Management Research Methods
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

Project managers today face ill-defined and complex problems. Success in modern project management requires mastery of crucial skills including problem identification, evidence-based research, and clear communication of findings. This unit enables students to undertake applied research that addresses real-world project management challenges, developing their ability to critically evaluate problems and propose effective solutions. Students will apply and synthesise knowledge to investigate a contemporary research problem, contributing to evidence-based project management scholarship.

Students undertaking EPM7001 will also need to successfully complete EPM7002 Project Management Applied Project B to complete the research project component of their course.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Justify an appropriate project management research methodology based on a selected project management research problem;
  2. Evaluate and implement systematic research processes in their specialised area;
  3. Critically review relevant project management literature;
  4. Implement appropriate methods to collect and analyse data; and
  5. Synthesise and communicate preliminary research findings.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Presentation
|
Grade: 20%
Presentation of preliminary research findings
Assessment type: Report
|
Grade: 30%
Preliminary research report on project part A
Assessment type: Report
|
Grade: 50%
Final research report for project part A (Literature Review, Method and Preliminary Findings)

Required reading

The relevant resources will be provided by the supervisor through the VU Collaborate space

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Master of Project Management
NMPM | Masters (coursework) degree | Duration: 2 years

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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