Foundations of Project Management

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
PROJ 1000
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Course ID
201406
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Adelaide City Campus West
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course owner
Management
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course introduces students to the basic theory and principles within generic project management. It covers project management historical context, definitions and terminologies, the project environment and project manager roles. It provides students with an understanding in respect to project charters, project management plans and associated documents. It also introduces various tools and techniques as well as providing an overview of project management lifecycles, processes and knowledge areas.

  • The Pmbok®Guide And Creating Value Through Project Management
  • Applying Project Management: Schedule, Quality, And Resource Management
  • Applying Project Management: Communication, Risk, And Procurement

Course learning outcomes

  • Define the role of the project manager in general and specific terms
  • Identify and describe fundamental project management knowledge and concepts
  • Explain the value of project management processes, tools and techniques
  • Describe recognised project management documents
  • Describe in general terms the value of the PMBOK®Guide

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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