Project Control Methods

Postgraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
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Area/Catalogue
PROJ 5003
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Course ID
201764
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus West, Adelaide City Campus East, Mawson Lakes
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Management
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Larissa Statsenko
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Course level
1
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
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course develops the competencies for managing linear and non-complex projects, which were first addressed in Project Management Fundamentals. It covers the key project management control techniques and tools deemed necessary to ensure project success. Particular focus is provided in the early phases of the project lifecycle in each of the areas of stakeholders, scope, time, cost and quality control, however, attention is also paid to risk, procurement, human resources, communication, procurement and integration of these. Cost and time management skills and contract management are also addressed. 

  • Introduction To Project Controls
  • Controlling Project Triple Constraint
  • Managing Uncertainty

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply advanced project control tools and techniques to deliver successful projects.
  • Develop a project plan that enables efficient stakeholder engagement, benefits realization, monitoring and controlling project scope, time, cost, quality and risks.
  • Evaluate and implement a robust project control framework throughout the project lifecycle in various project environments.
  • Demonstrate advanced leadership, communication, and teamwork skills in various project environments.
  • Exhibit a strong commitment to ethical, social, and cultural considerations critical for project management.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
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Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
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Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus West

Class number
Class number 23451
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 35
Available
Available 35
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 13 Apr Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus West Jeffrey Smart, JS5-12
4 May - 1 Jun Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus West Jeffrey Smart, JS5-12
Class number
Class number 29242
Section
Section WS03
Size
Size 35
Available
Available 35
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
26 Feb - 16 Apr Thursday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus West Sir George Kingston, GK5-24
7 May - 4 Jun Thursday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus West Sir George Kingston, GK5-24

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus West

Class number
Class number 58858
Section
Section WS02
Size
Size 35
Available
Available 35
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 21 Sep Monday 3:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus West Sir George Kingston, GK5-24
12 Oct - 9 Nov Monday 3:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus West Sir George Kingston, GK5-24
Class number
Class number 58859
Section
Section WS03
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 23 Sep Wednesday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-22
14 Oct - 11 Nov Wednesday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-22

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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