ISLA IPGT 7428

Project Management

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  To provide knowledge in the area of project management. Designing, modifying, or finalizing projects most effectively and efficiently in diverse dimensions. To develop project planning and structuring using the main tools to support project development, the WBS - Work Breakdown Structure, activity networks (Scheduling), and project monitoring and control techniques, with MS-Project support and dashboard presentation. Promote knowledge acquisition of the PMBok framework, with special emphasis on edition 6 of the guide, providing a cumulative approach with edition 7, giving a general context of the 12 principles and 8 areas of action.  To introduce students to the concepts of Information Systems Management and the respective development of projects in this area, with special emphasis on Management Information Systems and Database Management Systems.
• ProgramaProgramme

  Introductory concepts of project management            PMI - Project Management Institute            The PMBOK - Project Management Body of Knowledge ISO 21500: 2012 (standard) The project Project management The Project Manager The Project Team The Project Life Cycle Knowledge areas Success factors in project management Project management and process management Process groups and critical success factors Projects - main causes of failure Application systems to support project management Project management and information systems Activity network techniques (Scheduling) Project monitoring and control techniques and tools MS Projects Presentation of data from MS-Project, with the creation of dashboards
• ObjectivosObjectives

  To provide students with knowledge in the area of project management with a special focus on the PMBOK methodology (editions 6 and 7). Understand the Phases of the Project Management Process: Students should be able to identify and describe the different phases of a project's life cycle, from initiation to closure. Develop Planning and Organisational Skills: Students should learn how to create detailed project plans, including the definition of objectives, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation. Use Project Management Tools and Techniques: Students should be able to apply specific methodologies and tools, such as the Gantt chart, SWOT analysis, and the critical path method (CPM), to manage projects effectively. Preparation and presentation of project data in Gantt charts and dashboards, using MS Project software.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Bredillet, C., Tywoniak, S., Dwivedula, R. What is a good Project manager. An Aristotelian perspective. International Journal of Project Management, v. 33, n. 2, 2015. Brocke, J. V., Rosemann, M. Manual de BPM . Gestão de processos de negócio. Editor: Bookman, ISBN: 9788582600658, 2013. Gestão Moderna de Projetos - Melhores Técnicas e Práticas, António Miguel, - 7ª Ed. At. e Aum., Edição 2013, ISBN: 978-972-722-766-2, Editora: FCA, 2013. Miguel A., Gestão Moderna de Projetos. Melhores técnicas e práticas, FCA Editores, ISBN: 978-972-722-766-2, 2013. Um Guia do Conhecimento em Gerenciamento de Projetos (Guia PMBOK)/Project Management Institute. Sexta edição. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute, 2017. Série: Guia PMBOK ISBN: ISBN 9781628253900, 2017. Zandhuis, A., & Stellingwerf, R. ISO 21500: Guidance on Project Management. (S. Newton, Ed.), Iso. Van Haren Publishing, 2013.
• MetodologiaMethodology

  Storytelling: Using stories to convey concepts and content. This technique makes learning more memorable and meaningful, connecting students emotionally to the content being taught. Project-Based Learning (PBL): Students work on real projects that require research, planning, and execution. This methodology promotes active learning and the development of practical skills.
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  5
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não