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Applied Project Management, 15 Credits

Tillämpad projektledning, 15 Högskolepoäng

Established: 2025-03-13

Established by: School of Business, Economics and IT

Applies from: H25

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course the student will be able to

Knowledge and understanding

• describe central concepts, models and methods relevant to project activities within public and non-profit activities
• discuss the importance of group dynamics and project organization for project implementation
• account for processes for knowledge transfer, learning and communication related to project activities

Skills and abilities

• apply and use relevant tools and working methods for organizing, planning and managing projects with societal relevance
• plan, prepare and present applicable project work
• discuss knowledge transfer, learning and communication in projects

Judgement and approach

• independently evaluate and critically discuss the implementation of conceptual models
• reflect on collaboration through the lens of equality and group dynamics supported by proven experience.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements

The forms of assessment of student performance

The course is examined through individual in-class examination and written analytical reflection, as well as written group project assignment and presentation.

Course contents

This course in work-integrated learning (WIL) offers knowledge and skills in basic project management, methodology and organization. The course consists of an introduction to projects as a form of work, including perspectives on knowledge transfer, learning and communication related to project activities. The starting point for the course is to facilitate students' transition from studies to working life, where theoretical knowledge is linked to realistic societal projects. Subject knowledge is integrated with practical exercises where the student is given the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills to implement projects for public or non-profit activities. The course is carried out in close collaboration with external actors.

Other regulations

Course grading: F/Fx/E/D/C/B/A - Insufficient, Insufficient- more work required before the credit can be awarded, Sufficient, Satisfactory, Good, Very Good, Excellent

Course language: The teaching is conducted in English.

General rules pertaining to examination at University West are available at www.hv.se.

If the student has a decision/recommendation on special support due to disability, the examiner has the right to examine the student in a customized examination form.

Cycle

First cycle

Progressive specialization

G1N - First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirements

Main field of study

Work Integrated Learning