INF327 Project and Event Management (8)

This subject is designed to equip students with the skills and understanding to effectively manage projects and events in the information industry. Students will be introduced to phases involved in the lifecycle of projects and events. Students will also learn about different task scheduling techniques and project management software. The applied approach of this subject will help students to effectively manage projects and events in a variety of information contexts.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
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

This subject is not available to students who have completed INF522.

Subject Relationships

INF522 This subject shares similar content

Incompatible Subjects

INF522

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to explain and discuss the role that projects and events play in information agencies;
  • be able to describe practices required for effective management of projects and events in information agencies;
  • be able to demonstrate an understanding of project and event planning theories; and
  • be able to develop a coherent and clearly presented project plan aligned to project objectives and organisational context.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Principles of project and event management
  • Project life cycle
  • Project management processes
  • Project management for events
  • Project management tools
  • Project and event management documentation

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of INF327 in Session 2 2020. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Essay
45
2
Developing a project plan
55

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2021. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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