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Project Planning unit (KLA721)

Introduction

In this unit, you will develop a proposal to address an industry problem or opportunity. Skills will be developed in compiling a business case or tender for a small project that addresses the industry topic. The proposal will include background and context of the proposed project, a value proposition that describes expected outcomes and benefits for stakeholders and a project implementation plan including stakeholder consultation and resources required.

Summary

Unit name Project Planning
Unit code KLA721
Credit points 25
College/School Sciences and Engineering
Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture
Discipline Agriculture and Food Systems
Coordinator Doctor Stephen Ives
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

  • Justify an agricultural, food science or microbiology problem or opportunity requiring further investigation.
  • Design a feasible small project or study to meet a defined need in the agri-food industry.
  • Produce a proposal for a small project or study for industry.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

KLA709

Teaching

AssessmentPresentation (10%)|Value Proposition (20%)|Business case (70%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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