Project Governance

Postgraduate | 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 6005
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Course ID
201769
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus West, Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
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

Despite the application of the key project management elements, evidence indicates that there still exists a high proportion of project problems experienced during the 'delivery' phase of a project (resulting in schedule delays, cost overruns and/or quality concerns). Clearly developing a project management plan does not necessarily guarantee project success for the project manager. Project governance and contracting decision making need to be aligned with the organisation's governance model across the entire project lifecycle and therefore is a critical element of any project. This course develops the competencies for establishing and maintaining an effective project governance framework that enables and informs effective project decision making. It covers the key project governance and contract principles, in support of the 'prudency' and 'efficiency' of the capital spend for all linear type projects.

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate deep commitment to ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance for project managers
  • Apply effective advanced project governance & contracting knowledge across different organisational contexts in professional practice
  • Critically evaluate and implement an effective project governance and contract management framework
  • Apply appropriate policies and procedures to strengthen and support the project management governance process
  • Demonstrate advance personal development and leadership & communication skills in group work

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course