Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of project management, focusing on the planning, execution, and control of projects across various industries. Students will explore key topics such as project planning, risk management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. The major emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare students for careers in project management, consulting, and organizational leadership. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamental principles of project management and their role in achieving organizational goals. - Develop skills in planning, executing, and closing projects effectively. - Learn techniques for managing project scope, time, cost, quality, and resources. - Explore the principles of risk management and their application in project settings. - Understand the importance of stakeholder communication and engagement in project success. - Analyze the challenges and opportunities of working in the field of project management. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address contemporary project management challenges. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Project Management** - Overview of project management, its history, and its significance in various industries. 2. **Project Planning and Initiation** - Fundamentals of project planning, including defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables. - Techniques for developing project charters and initiating projects effectively. 3. **Project Scheduling and Time Management** - Principles of project scheduling, including the use of tools like Gantt charts and Critical Path Method (CPM). - Techniques for managing project timelines and ensuring timely completion. 4. **Cost Estimation and Budgeting** - Study of cost estimation techniques and budget development for projects. - Techniques for monitoring and controlling project costs. 5. **Risk Management** - Fundamentals of risk management, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation strategies. - Techniques for developing risk management plans and responding to project risks. 6. **Quality Management** - Principles of quality management, including quality planning, assurance, and control. - Techniques for ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards. 7. **Stakeholder Communication and Engagement** - Study of stakeholder analysis and communication planning. - Techniques for engaging stakeholders and managing their expectations throughout the project lifecycle. 8. **Emerging Trends in Project Management** - Impact of emerging trends, such as agile methodologies, digital tools, and sustainability, on project management. - Techniques for integrating new trends into project management practices. **Assessment Methods:** - Case studies and project simulations to evaluate practical project management skills. - Written assignments and research papers to assess knowledge of project management principles. - Presentations and reports on project plans, risk management, and stakeholder communication. - Participation in group projects and project management software exercises. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)" by Project Management Institute (PMI). - "Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling" by Harold Kerzner. - "Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time" by Jeff Sutherland. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of business, management, and organizational behavior is recommended. This major is suitable for students in business, engineering, information technology, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically, this major runs for four academic years, with a combination of lectures, case studies, and practical exercises. **Certification:** Upon successful completion, students may receive a degree in Project Management, depending on the program and institution. **Target Audience:** This major is designed for undergraduate and graduate students in business, engineering, information technology, and related fields, as well as professionals seeking to enhance their skills in project management. This major prepares students and professionals to excel in the field of project management, leveraging theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and an understanding of emerging trends to lead successful projects and contribute to organizational success.