Project Governance and Contracts

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PROJ 6013
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Course ID
207942
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
6
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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
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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

  • Identify and analyse effective project governance and contracting in different organisational contexts
  • Examine and implement an effective project governance and contract management framework
  • Apply effective project governance and contracting to a wide range of industries, including Information technology, defence, construction, public sector, social, finance, medical, research and commercialization.
  • Apply appropriate policies and procedures to strengthen and support the project management governance process
  • Illustrate continued learning and personal development
  • Recognise ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance for project managers

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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