IND416 Project Management & Procurement (Autumn 2024)
- ECTS Credits:
- 7.5
- Responsible department:
- School of Business and Law
- Course Leader:
- Hossein Baharmand
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Artificial Intelligence and The Internet of Things, Master's Programme
- Artificial Intelligence, 5-year master programme
- Master's Programme in Industrial Economics and Technology Management
- Master's Programme in Industrial Economics and Technology Management (5 years)
Teaching language
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student,
- has advanced knowledge of project management phases in the waterfall method, such as initiation, planning, execution, and closure.
- can analyze processes and decision structures for procurement in value chains.
- can distinguish and use tools and techniques effectively to carry out project management using agile or waterfall methods.
- can develop strategies for portfolio management of products and suppliers.
- can critically evaluate different contexts for projects and then construct a project model adapted to the context.
Contents
The course begins with the initiation phase and stakeholder analysis, setting the stage for understanding the complex dynamics of project management. The course delves into the success criteria and the traits of successful managers, followed by exploring scoping and time planning. The curriculum further includes cost planning and project crashing, providing insights into the financial aspects of projects. A good part of the course is dedicated to procurement planning, emphasizing its crucial role in value chains. Contract management in supplier relations and buyer-supplier relationships are intricately studied to foster collaboration and efficiency.
The course is not just theoretical; it also has a practical dimension. Real-world cases are introduced and used throughout the course, providing students with hands-on experience. Students work in groups and use various tools and techniques for project planning, implementation, and follow-up, ensuring not just completion but success in the dynamic world of project management. This blend of theory and practice prepares students to excel in their future roles.
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures, compulsory group assignments, self-study, guest lectures, and in-class quizzes.
Further information will be given in Canvas. The course has a work scope of 200 hours.
Examination requirements
Examinations
Portfolio assessment counts 60 % of the final grade. Oral exam in groups, counts 40 %.
Graded assessment.
Information about the content of the portfolio will be given in Canvas at the start of the semester. A new/postponed exam for the portfolio will not be arranged.
Student evaluation
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| IND510 – Project Management and Control. | 5 |