Introduction
This subject provides students with advanced knowledge and practical skills to manage projects across industries and complexity levels. It covers key areas including planning, organising, coordinating, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and performance evaluation. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities to address challenges in dynamic environments, including resource constraints, uncertainty, cross-functional coordination, and stakeholder relationship. The subject also enhances leadership, communication, and strategic skills essential for managing diverse teams and delivering successful outcomes.
Summary
| Unit name | Industry Research Project |
| Unit code | JNB728 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Maritime and Logistics Management |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Owen Nguyen |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse stakeholder needs, risks, and constraints in dynamic project environments.
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities to address strategic and operational challenges in project planning and execution.
- Evaluate project outcomes and performance metrics using appropriate tools and frameworks across different industries and sectors.
- Communicate project strategies, decisions, and outcomes effectively to stakeholders.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Assessment | Online Quiz (10%)|Presentation (25%)|Project Outline (25%)|Project Plan (40%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Kerzner, H. (2025). Project management: a systems approach to planning, scheduling, and controlling. John Wiley & Sons. |
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| Recommended | Pinto, J. (2019). Project management: achieving competitive advantage. New Jersey. |
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