JAS425 - Government Project Management

Subject Title
Government Project Management

Subject Description
Project management is crucial to success in every government organization. This subject emphasizes team work and requires the student to work effectively in groups. Students will develop team skills through group work and undertake a "real world" project. The subject introduces the student to the elements of the 'Project Life Cycle' within the project management framework in government, the requirements for sound project planning and leadership, project risks and factors for success, and project reporting. The student will examine the importance of measuring project results, and how to read and prepare statistical reports using Excel. This subject requires the student to develop public speaking skills and make effective presentations using PowerPoint. Lab work will provide practical experience using Excel and PowerPoint. The subject is delivered in classroom, lab and courthouse settings.

Credit Status
This is a credit course applicable towards the Justice Administration Services Diploma Program, offered through the School of Legal, Public and Office Administration.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Describe the project life cycle and its components in a government context.

2. Detail and explain the steps required to initiate a project.

3. Produce a project objective and project charter.

4. Create a project WBS - Work Breakdown Structure - and project schedule.

5. Create reports and GANTT charts using Excel.

6. Estimate resource requirements and create a budget.

7. Produce a project plan.

8. Identify the factors that contribute to a project's success or failure in the public service environment.

9. Execute a project plan, and identify and solve project-related problems during this phase.

10. Create a final project report.

11. Create and run an effective presentation using PowerPoint

12. Develop and apply basic interpersonal skills required to work in and improve the performance of team members.

13. Demonstrate and attitude of professionalism, as evidenced by an ability to meet deadlines, complete assignments and perform tests and in-class assignments scheduled.

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

    •  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.

    •  Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

    •  Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

    •  Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

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