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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Managing Complex Projects
Reference SU3053 Version 3
Created April 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 9
Approved July 2018 SCQF Points 30
Amended June 2023 ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To develop the ability to recognise, at an appropriate level, the factors contributing to project complexity and respond to that complexity by selecting creative and effective project management.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Differentiate complex and non-complex projects in comparison to traditional and functional management.
2 Examine viable solutions to the performance and productivity issues specific to complex projects.
3 Assess the application of standards for project health, safety, welfare, environment and quality management.
4 Critically review the core contents of the module and relate to their application within the work place including ethical, professional, and sustainable practices and professional attributes.

Indicative Module Content
The module will consider all issues related to complex projects inculding success factors, resources, teams, and engagments. Participants will consider integration management, scope managment, time management, cost managment, human resource management, procurement management, quality, risk, and communication managment from the perspective of complex project and initiate and develop appropriate solutions for the benefit of the project, collaborative working, social and environmental impact.

Module Delivery
The module is delivered in Blended Learning mode using structured online learning materials/activities and directed study, facilitated by regular online tutor support. Workplace Mentor support and work-based learning activities will allow students to contextualise this learning to their own workplace. Face-to-face engagement occurs through annual induction sessions, employer work-site visits, and modular on-campus workshops.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 30 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 30 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours 240 N/A
TOTAL 300 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body 240  

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: An integrated assignment consisting of illustrated written work to demonstrate understanding and application of the module learning outcomes and reflecting on the learning development throughout the module weeks that involves theory and practice.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
The overall module grade is based on 100% weighting of Component 1 (assignment). An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. Non-submission will result in an NS grade.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Wysocki, Robert K., w., 2013. Effective project management : traditional, agile, extreme. 7th ed. John Wiley & Sons Incorporated: New York
2 WINCH, G., 2010. Managing Construction Projects. 2nd ed. Wiley-Blackwell.
3 WYSOCKI, R.K., 2012. Effective Project Management, Traditional, agile and extreme. 6th ed. Wiley.
4 KERZNER, H., 2010. Managing complex projects. John Wiley & Sons Inc.
5 DECARLO, D., 2004. Extreme project management. Jossey-Bass.

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