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Course Description
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Course Name
Project Management
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Host University
University of Stirling
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Location
Stirling, Scotland
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Area of Study
Management
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Fundamentals of Business & Management -
Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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SCQF Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Project management is key to much human activity. This course introduces the main methods for selecting the best projects, their planning and control to help ensure successful completion on time and within budget. Thetechniques are illustrated with examples from a variety of industries. The course covers Innovation and criticalappraisal of projects; Financial evaluation, including discounted cash flow and capital rationing; Decision analysis in an uncertain world; The project life cycle; Network analysis in project planning; The problem of limited resources;Managing risk; Practical use of computer software in project management; Case studies. (Assessment: 50%examination, 50% coursework)
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