Systems Thinking and Projects

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 2003
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Course ID
201409
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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
Course owner
Course owner
School of Management
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course introduces students to general systems theory and systems thinking in the context of project management and practice. The course goes on to explore complex systems and some key aspects including system evaluation and optimisation. It also looks at the benefits in managing complex projects appropriately.

  • General Systems Theory and Methodologies
  • Systems Evaluation and Optimisation
  • Modelling and Simulation

Course learning outcomes

  • Display knowledge of general systems theory and approaches
  • Explain how systems thinking can assist with project management problems
  • Describe the characteristics of complex project management
  • Draw from systems methodologies and tools to communicate project situations and resolutions

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed all of PROJ1000 Foundations of Project Management/PROJ1001 Scheduling and Cost Management

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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