Description
This course investigates the increasing use of projects to
accomplish important organizational goals and the unique style of
administration required to manage such projects. Topics addressed
include the selection and role of the project manager; organization
and planning, budgeting and cost estimation; scheduling and resource
allocation among multiple projects; and monitoring, controlling,
auditing and terminating projects. Emphasis will be placed on the
role that project management can play in accomplishing strategic
objectives of the organization. Project management software will be
used as a tool to track and report on assigned projects and case
studies. Prerequisites: BUS520 Management of Organizational Dynamics
and BUS535 Cost Management. (3 s.h.)