Module Duration:
8
Credit:20
Grading Basis: 100
Price (AFRICA)::510.00€
Price (INT)::887.00€
Module Option: Compulsory
IT Project Management
IT project management is a sub-discipline of project management in which information technology projects are planned, monitored and controlled. This module is concerned with the management of IT-oriented projects in a global context. You will experience organizational, managerial and professional issues, in preparation for large scale industrial projects in the workplace. You will work both in small groups and individually to critically explore, apply, experiment and evaluate IT project management frameworks. Weekly seminars (or online content) and an online discussion forum will be utilized to explore current established project management approaches and relate these approaches to a multi-cultural IT environment. You will have the opportunity to engage in peer-review and present ideas and assessment proposals, prior to approval by the relevant module tutor. Finally, you will demonstrate the practical application of your learning and professional skills through a demonstration.
Module learning outcomes
- You will be able to critically evaluate, select and apply project management techniques that are suited to a globalized IT industry
- You will be able to apply theory to justify the management approach of an IT project and demonstrate practical experience of identifying problems that appear in industrial IT projects
Module content
- Project management approaches
- Managing risk
- Resource allocation
- Project planning
- Change management and the internationalized IT environment
- Project management tools and monitoring
Module Information
Detailed information about this module; including its learning outcomes, etc. can be found in your Programme & Module Handbook. This is located in the My Programmes area of Blackboard, under program information.
Details of your module assessment can be found in the Assessment area of this module
Being Successful In This Module
Top tips for success:
- Become familiar with the student portal
- Visit the student orientation where there is a lot of information about study skills and an introduction to UOHOL
- Make early contact with your Associate Academic
- Engage with the module content and complete any formative activities, which will enhance your learning
- Set up your workspace, including device and (if you’re using them) headphones/headset properly – it’s important to be comfortable and at ease whilst studying
- Set dedicated time aside for study, if you’re able, wherever, whenever and however works best for you. Plan to log on very frequently and check for new messages; this will help you to keep pace with any activities and new announcements
- Be organized – there are deadlines to meet, and it’s likely that you have other commitments to be juggled alongside learning
- Avoid plagiarism: it could result in you being withdrawn from your program. Take time to familiarise yourself with Harvard referencing (and practice using it) by reviewing PLAgiarism Teaching Online – an online introduction to plagiarism which includes information on citing and referencing.
- Read and digest the program handbook: it contains essential information about your program, your modules, and your assessment.
- Start planning your assessment early, and familiarise yourself with the module outcomes, as well as the assignment brief. Feel free to send your Associate Academic a plan for formative feedback before the formative feedback deadline. Use feedback from previous modules to inform your academic style of writing (refer to the study skills section of the student portal to improve in this area).
- The University’s Academic Regulations apply to your studies with UOH. These are arranged in sections so that you can review the appropriate information as you progress through your studies. Please do ensure you review the relevant assessment section as you prepare for your assignment.
Groups and Tutor Allocation
Depending on the number of students in this module, you may be placed into tutor groups during the first two weeks. If this is the case you will be allocated your own Associate Academic who will act as your tutor. This will enhance your learning experience by providing you with a dedicated Associate Academic who will guide you through the learning activities and also access to the shared discussion boards in the community space. If it is necessary to create groups within this module full details will be posted in the Announcements area.
Module learning outcomes
- You will be able to critically evaluate, select and apply project management techniques that are suited to a globalized IT industry
- You will be able to apply theory to justify the management approach of an IT project and demonstrate practical experience of identifying problems that appear in industrial IT projects
Module content
- Project management approaches
- Managing risk
- Resource allocation
- Project planning
- Change management and the internationalized IT environment
- Project management tools and monitoring
Module Information
Detailed information about this module; including its learning outcomes, etc. can be found in your Programme & Module Handbook. This is located in the My Programmes area of Blackboard, under program information.
Details of your module assessment can be found in the Assessment area of this module
Being Successful In This Module
Top tips for success:
- Become familiar with the student portal
- Visit the student orientation where there is a lot of information about study skills and an introduction to UOHOL
- Make early contact with your Associate Academic
- Engage with the module content and complete any formative activities, which will enhance your learning
- Set up your workspace, including device and (if you’re using them) headphones/headset properly – it’s important to be comfortable and at ease whilst studying
- Set dedicated time aside for study, if you’re able, wherever, whenever and however works best for you. Plan to log on very frequently and check for new messages; this will help you to keep pace with any activities and new announcements
- Be organized – there are deadlines to meet, and it’s likely that you have other commitments to be juggled alongside learning
- Avoid plagiarism: it could result in you being withdrawn from your program. Take time to familiarise yourself with Harvard referencing (and practice using it) by reviewing PLAgiarism Teaching Online – an online introduction to plagiarism which includes information on citing and referencing.
- Read and digest the program handbook: it contains essential information about your program, your modules, and your assessment.
- Start planning your assessment early, and familiarise yourself with the module outcomes, as well as the assignment brief. Feel free to send your Associate Academic a plan for formative feedback before the formative feedback deadline. Use feedback from previous modules to inform your academic style of writing (refer to the study skills section of the student portal to improve in this area).
- The University’s Academic Regulations apply to your studies with UOH. These are arranged in sections so that you can review the appropriate information as you progress through your studies. Please do ensure you review the relevant assessment section as you prepare for your assignment.
Groups and Tutor Allocation
Depending on the number of students in this module, you may be placed into tutor groups during the first two weeks. If this is the case you will be allocated your own Associate Academic who will act as your tutor. This will enhance your learning experience by providing you with a dedicated Associate Academic who will guide you through the learning activities and also access to the shared discussion boards in the community space. If it is necessary to create groups within this module full details will be posted in the Announcements area.