PROJMGNT 2002 - Systems Thinking and Projects

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2019

This course introduces students to general systems theory and systems thinking in the context of project management and practice. The course goes on to explore complex systems and the key aspects of these, which include system evaluation and optimisation, and the benefits for managing complex projects appropriately.

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Course Details

Course Code	PROJMGNT 2002
Course	Systems Thinking and Projects
Coordinating Unit	Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation & Innov Centre
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Restrictions	Available only to B.Project Management & BCom (minor) students
Assessment	Essay, Report, Examination

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Indra Gunawan

Program Director Contact Details: Project Management
Name: Dr Sam Baroudi
Email: sam.baroudi@adelaide.edu.au

Teaching Staff
Name: Assoc. Prof. Indra Gunawan
email: indra.gunawan@adelaide.edu.au
Researcher Profile:

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Display knowledge of general systems theory and approaches
Explain how systems thinking can assist with project management problems
Describe the characteristics of complex project management
Draw from systems methodologies and tools to communicate project situations and resolutions

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This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

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Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	1, 3
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	2, 4
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	2, 4
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	2, 3
Intercultural and ethical competency adept at operating in other cultures comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges	3

Learning Resources
Required Resources

No textbook required

Recommended Resources
Mo Jamshidi, (2009) "System of Systems – Innovations for the 21st Century", Hoboken, John Wiley.

Gorod, A., B. White, V. Ireland, J. Gandhi, and B. Sauser. (eds.) (2014) “Case Studies in System of Systems, Enterprises, and Complex Systems Engineering”, New York, NY: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis.

De Neufville, R. (1989) "Applied Systems Analysis", Mc-Graw Hill Companies.

It is also useful to read relevant project management journal articles. In particular:
- International Journal of Project Management
- Project Management Journal
- International Journal of Project Organisation and Management
Library Resources
The 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide’s Barr Smith Library provides a range of learning resources including texts, journals, periodicals, magazines, and access to online databases and information services. It also offers a virtual library which is accessible via the 最新糖心Vlog’s website. Access to the Library's electronic resources.
Online Learning

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Learning & Teaching Modes

This course is taught on-campus via face-to-face lectures and tutorials. The objective of the course is to provide students with broader thinking in respect to how to manage projects and complex situations. Note that course materials are provided online via MyUni so that students can refer to learning materials in their own time.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Students are expected to attend lectures and tutorials as scheduled.
Furthermore, students should prepare for lectures and revise post lecture to improve understanding of each week’s course module.

As a general guide, a 3 unit course requires:
Total contact hours: 3 Hrs per week x 12 weeks = 36 Hrs
Total self-guided study: 10 Hrs per week x 12 weeks = 120 Hrs
Total workload hours: 156 Hrs

Learning Activities Summary

This course will present systems approaches in the context of project management to enhance student perspectives and bolster knowledge and skills gained in other courses. The course will show that systems applications can in many instances provide clarity and simplify project problems.

The weekly lecture schedule is structured as follows:
Week 1	Course Introduction
Week 2	General Systems Theory
Week 3	Introduction to Methodologies
Week 4	Systems Evaluation
Week 5	Systems Optimisation
Week 6	Introduction to Complex Project Management
Week 7	Case Studies - Complex Project Management
Week 8	Risk Management of Complex Systems
Week 9	Modelling and Simulation
Week 10	Problem Solving – System Dynamics
Week 11	Problem Solving – Dynamic Programming
Week 12	Course Review and Feedback

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Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

#	Assessment Task	Type	Length	Weight	Due Date	Learning Outcomes
1	General Systems Essay	Individual	1500 words	30%	3rd week	1
2	Applied Systems Essay	Individual	2000 words	40%	8th week	2, 4
3	Complex PM Report	Group	1500 words per student	30%	12th week	3
	Total			100%

Assessment Related Requirements

Students should be aware that considerable knowledge and skills will be taught at lectures and tutorials. Hence, students should attend all classes in order to pass the course.

Course results are subject to moderation by the ECIC Board of Examiners.

Assessment Detail

General Systems Essay: the writing of this individual essay will require students to research the fundamentals of systems theory and respond to the assessment requirements as directed. The learning outcomes will be assessed on this assignment by each student displaying their understanding of recognised general systems concepts and approaches.

Applied Systems Analysis:the second assessment will be an individual effort by students. This task will place particular emphasis on students reporting on the application of systems thinking and methodologies to various project management situations providing some practical simulation and developing student skills in this area. Student learning will be gauged by the analysis conveying an understanding of how to apply systems thinking in respect to solving project management and industry problems.

Complex PM Report: this assignment will be formatted in report structure and be undertaken by small student groups. The report will centre on complex project management ideology which will be used to address a project or industry based situation. All students must equally contribute to the report. The learning outcomes from the report will be judged on student proficiency in utilising complex project management thinking and applying it to the given case.

Submission

All text based assignments must be submitted via MyUni.
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Assignment Submission: Assignments should not be emailed to the instructor; they must be lodged via the MyUni Course site (unless specified to do both). Note that assignments may be processed via TURNITIN, which is an online plagiarism prevention tool.
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Backup Copy of Assignments: You are advised to keep a copy of your assignments in case the submitted copy goes missing. Please ensure that all assignment pages are numbered. If your assignment contains confidential information, you should discuss any concerns with the Course Lecturer prior to submission.
Extensions of Time: An application for Assessment Extension should be made well before the due date of the assignment to the Course Lecturer. Normally, extensions will only be granted for a maximum of two weeks from the original assignment submission date. Extensions will only be granted in cases of genuine medical, compassionate or extenuating circumstances.
Failure to submit: Failure to submit an assignment on time or by the agreed extension deadline may result in penalties and may incur a fail grade. Note that a late penalty of 5% of the total available marks for that assessment item will be incurred each day an assignment is handed in late (Unless otherwise stated in 'Assessment Related Requirements' or 'Assessment Detail' above). Assignments handed in after 14 days from the due submission date will fail even if a 100% mark is granted for the work.

Resubmission & Remarking
Resubmission of an assignment for remarking after reworking it to obtain a better mark will not normally be accepted. Approval for resubmission will only be granted on medical or compassionate grounds.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

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