INF327 Project Management in Information Agencies (8)

This subject is designed to equip students with the skills and understanding to effectively manage projects in the information industry. It takes an applied approach to project management theory and practice and its role for information professionals.

Subject Outlines
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Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 3 (90)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: INF327. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Information Studies

Enrolment Restrictions

Not available to students who have completed INF522

Subject Relationships

INF522 Paired Subject

Incompatible Subjects

INF522

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to describe the practices required for effective management of projects in information agencies;
  • demonstrate an understanding of the issues of working in a collaborative environment;
  • be able to apply appropriate methods of solving problems;
  • demonstrate an understanding of factors influencing project design and implementation; and
  • be able to effectively prioritise tasks within preset timelines.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

- Principles of Project Management - Defining a Project - Project Organisation - Project Planning Techniques - Project Implementation - Project Monitoring and evaluation - Project Management Support Systems

Contact

Current Students

For any enquiries about subject selection or course structure please contact Student Central or ask@csu.edu.au or phone on 1800 275 278.

Prospective Students

For further information about Charles Sturt University, or this course offering, please contact info.csu on 1800 275 278 (free call within Australia) or enquire online.

The information contained in the 2018 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: August 2018. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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