Research Project A in Project Management

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 6008
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Course ID
204568
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus West
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
12
Course owner
Course owner
School of Management
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Graciela Corral de Zubielqui
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
Yes
Work Integrated Learning type
Work Integrated Learning type
Project
Work Integrated Learning hours
Work Integrated Learning hours
150 hours
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

This course equips students with research skills necessary for pursuing PhD studies. Students will undertake a scientific research project under the supervision of academics, gaining advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work in their chosen field. The course covers research methods, technical communication, production of a literature review, and formulation of a research question. The course aligns with the programs intent to provide advanced knowledge and skills, creativity and initiative within the project management context, and developing innovative solutions in professional practice.

Course learning outcomes

  • Recognise and justify complex project management problems, challenges, issues, and opportunities worthy of investigation
  • Critically review and synthesis the project management body of knowledge and recent developments in the professional practice
  • Evaluate, select, and justify advanced research methodologies for conducting a research project
  • Work effectively and autonomously under appropriate supervision to produce an effective research proposal
  • Demonstrate advanced written and verbal communication skills to effectively present a research plan in a manner suitable for project management professionals

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
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Fri 13/03/2026
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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 23612
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 25
Available
Available 25
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
26 Feb - 16 Apr Thursday 10:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-29
7 May - 4 Jun Thursday 10:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-29

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

Class details

Adelaide City Campus West

Class number
Class number 53604
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 12:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus West Sir George Kingston, GK5-19
15 Oct - 12 Nov Thursday 12:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus West Sir George Kingston, GK5-19

Prerequisite(s)

  • Must have completed ECON6000 Research Methods and Development

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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