Course content

This course provides students with a general introduction to project management and projects as a phenomenon. It explores projects as a mode of governance, organization, leadership, and work practice. The value-creating elements of projects—from initiation to benefits realization—are emphasized throughout the course. Particular attention is given to the project manager’s pivotal role in determining project success. Key topics include managing uncertainty, resource allocation, stakeholder influence and engagement, team dynamics and learning, as well as innovation and sustainability within projects.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

Upon completion of the course, students will:

• Possess fundamental knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of value-creating projects and their appropriate application.
• Understand the basic elements of project leadership and governance.
• Gain insight into the project manager’s pivotal role in projects.

Skills

Upon completion of the course, students will:

• Be able to assess and apply fundamental project management techniques and tools.
• Acquire skills to plan, organize, and execute projects effectively.

General Competence

Upon completion of the course, students will:

• Be capable of critically evaluating both the processes and progress of projects.
• Understand the complexity of project work and be able to adapt relevant tools that influence resource utilization, outcomes, and objectives.

Learning methods and activities

This course offers learning material in Canvas and tutoring on mandatory works and project case online. General communication, information and work plan will be available on Canvas.

Compulsory assignments

• Approved exercises

Specific conditions

Course materials

Skyttermoen, T and A.L. Vaagaasar, Verdiskapende prosjektledelse, last edition.

Credit reductions