Module Details

Module Code: INTR9009
Title: Global Project Management
Long Title: Global Project Management
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5213 - Interdisciplinary Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will equip the learner with the tools and techniques necessary to undertake and effectively manage a global project using contemporary project management techniques.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Evaluate key elements of contemporary global project management.
LO2 Critically appraise and manage a global project using performance measures and benchmarking.
LO3 Critically analyse how project management evaluation methodologies can be applied globally.
LO4 Critique the use of partnering and strategic alliances in project management.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Global Virtual Project Team
Management techniques, methodologies and key performance metrics used to manage, monitor and evaluate the global project; key performance indicators and benchmarking; monitoring techniques; cross cultural teams; software applications used by the virtual team. Information Communication Technology in global teams.
Project Evaluation
Evaluation of projects; why projects fail; risk quantification, evaluation, control and response; project disaster recovery techniques; effective project close out.
Partnering and Strategic Alliances - Globally
Benefits and limitiations of partnering; strategic alliances and the legal implications; cross-cultural project teams.
Project management in developing countries
Appropriate technologies; labour intensive construction; technology transfer; cultural awareness.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Report documenting the development of, and challenges faced by, Irish construction firms’ product offerings and value propositions in the international marketplace.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination.
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecturer led discussions on course topics, illustrated with practical/worked examples as appropriate. Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact Further development of course topics by interactive discussions/problem solving. Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of lecture notes and recommended material; and preparation of assessments for in-class topics. Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecturer led discussions on course topics, illustrated with practical/worked examples as appropriate. Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact Further development of course topics by interactive discussions/problem solving. Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of lecture notes and recommended material; and preparation of assessments for in-class topics. Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Binder, Jean. (2007), Global Project Management: Communication, Collaboration and Management Across Borders, 1st ed.. Routledge, [ISBN: 978-056608706].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Ochieng, Edward, Price, Andrew & Moore, David. (2013), Management of Global Construction Projects, 2013 ed.. Palgrave, [ISBN: 978-023030321].
  • Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). (2014), Code of Practice for Project Management for Construction and Development, 5th ed.. Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), [ISBN: 978-111837808].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
  • Project Management Institute, Project Management Journal.
  • Association for Project Management (APM) and the International Project Management, International Journal of Project Management.
  • Engineering Construction and Architectural Management, [ISSN: 0969-9988].
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CCOPM_9 Master of Science in Construction Project Management 2 Mandatory
CR_CCNPM_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Construction Project Management 2 Mandatory