Ateneo - UPO

The main topics of the course will be as follows: a) Introduction to management and control systems b) Project management: general features c) Project management: application profiles and specific case studies

2024, Project management, R.D. Archibald, Franco Angeli

The course aims to provide participants with both theoretical knowledge, through lectures, and practical skills, by means of case study discussions and experiential activities.

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The course combines lectures for the acquisition of theoretical knowledge with case study discussions and experiential activities aimed at developing practical skills.

Students with physical disabilities, Learning Disabilities or Special Education Needs can request specific services and tools via the Staff Sviluppo e Coordinamento Carriere e Servizi alle Studentesse e agli Studenti, consulting the University webpage: https://www.uniupo.it/en/services/services-students-physical-or-learning-disabilities Students with disabilities, learning disabilities or special education needs, once they have contacted the University Staff, can refer to the tutor in charge of the course to define the examination modalities, concerning academic aspects.

The exam is written and in-person, and consists of a quiz with multiple-choice questions. The final grade is expressed in thirtieths, and to pass the exam, a student must achieve at least 18/30. To pass the exam, students must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of at least the fundamental concepts of the subject. To achieve a passing grade, students must be familiar with the context of business organization and be able to demonstrate the acquisition of the relevant basic notions treated during classes. To achieve a high grade, students must demonstrate complete mastery of the topics covered.

The course has a total duration of 8 hours, structured to balance theoretical and practical activities. Amongst the main topics: - Overview of project management for senior management - Programs and projects - How to improve the effectiveness of project management - Project planning and control with predictive and integrative functions for individual contributions - The project team and the main human aspects of project management - Organization of the project management function - Management of project portfolios, programs, and multiple projects

Knowledge: gain an understanding of the main concepts and theories of project management Skills: develop the ability to analyse and interpret complex disaster management scenarios using project management Transversal abilities: strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative management of complex situations