INMB65-IT Project Management (BIT)

Module Provider: Business Informatics, Systems and Accounting
Number of credits: 20 [10 ECTS credits]
Level:7
Terms in which taught: Autumn term module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites:
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Module version for: 2017/8

Email: y.tang@henley.ac.uk

Summary module description:
Detailed descriptions of the delivery methods coupled with the assessment details have been included in this module description. The module consists of the theoretical foundation with practical focus for the topic of IT project management. The assessment uses a real life case scenario asking the students to apply the theories and techniques learned from this module.

Aims:

To understand management theories associated with management principles and most up-to-date methodologies including project planning and delivery for different types of IT projects. After completing the module, students will be able to carry out project planning with different methods, exercise risk management and quality control techniques. Students will also be able to understand the characteristics of IT projects and measures on how to improve the success rate. Understand how to use change control to manage scope changes.

Assessable learning outcomes:

After completing this module, students should be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:

• Understand theories and principles for project management;

• Analyse requirements of projects in an organisational context;

• Apply methodologies for IT project management;

• Select and use appropriate project planning, risk management, and quality control techniques.

Additional outcomes:

• Understand the differences of current popular project management methodologies, such as: PMBoK, PRINCE2, Agile;

• Understand the relationships between project management and software development life cycle;

• Understand management strategies and theories and their development history.

Outline content:

The content will cover the following areas:

• concepts and principles of project management;

• project management in organisations;

• methodologies (e.g., Agile and PRINCE2) for project management.

• project planning (e.g., estimating, scheduling, resourcing, and monitoring);

• risk management;

• quality control mechanisms.

Global context:

• Business values of project management;

• Problem analysis and problem solving capabilities;

• Report preparation and writing;

• Presentation skills;

• Team work.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:

A range of teaching and learning methods will be employed, but will focus largely on lectures, in-class practical, group work and independent supported learning. Special attention will be given to the use of project management applied to the course itself. Learning technology support via the Internet and learning management systems in the future.

Other information on summative assessment:

Formative assessment methods:

One exercise is included during the module delivery focusing on the product break down methodologies with popular daily activities. Feedback and comments are provided. The exercise will allow the student with hand on experience to carry out planning in their future work environment.



Assessment will consist of coursework only.

Students will be required to produce one 5000 words report based on a given case study.

Penalties for late submission:
Penalties for late submission on this module are in accordance with the University policy. Please refer to page 5 of the Postgraduate Guide to Assessment for further information: http://www.reading.ac.uk/internal/exams/student/exa-guidePG.aspx

Length of examination:
None

Requirements for a pass:

Students will be required to obtain a mark of 50% overall based on the coursework.

Pass criteria - To pass this module, the students must demonstrate their overall knowledge, understanding and perception of the concepts and principles of the methods. They should be able to analyse and design an organisation with knowledge management.

Distinction criteria - To achieve distinction the students must exhibit their original thoughts and critical-analysis ability in designing solutions and problem-solving ability in making design decisions.

Reassessment arrangements:
Resubmit the report.

Additional Costs (specified where applicable):
1) Required text books:
2) Specialist equipment or materials:
3) Specialist clothing, footwear or headgear:
4) Printing and binding:
5) Computers and devices with a particular specification:
6) Travel, accommodation and subsistence:

Last updated: 31 March 2017