Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- plan and report on the progress of a project, taking different elements of project management into consideration and using basic project management tools
- write text that is based on research results, using and referencing reliable sources of their field
- communicate in a goal-oriented way, taking the target audience and need into consideration
- utilise IT tools in project management and communication

Teaching methods

During the study unit, students will familiarise themselves with the basic principles of project management and receive guidance on communication requirements and tools for carrying out academic and project-related work.
The study unit contains work on the following topic areas:
- Research and development in academic projects
- Project planning, scheduling and risk management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- ICT tools for project management and documentation
- Preparing project-related communications (project plan, project report and presentation)
- Academic writing (referencing, style and tone, structure and organisation)

Learning materials and recommended literature

Learning materials are provided in Canvas. Also the following works will be consulted:
Bailey, S. 2011. Academic writing: a handbook for international students. 3rd edition. London: Routledge.
Dawson, C. 2009. Projects in computing and information systems. 2nd edition. Harlow: Addison-Wesley.
Lock, D. 2013. Naked Project Management: the bare facts. Gower.
Ojasalo, K., Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2009. Research-oriented approach. Partially translated from: Kehittämistyön menetelmät – Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOY.
Snyder, C. 2013. A user's manual to the PMBOK guide. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

Contact the lecturer if you feel that you have achieved the course objectives through informal or other means.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Integrated into the study unit.

Important dates

The exam dates are offered during the contact sessions.
- Project management exam
- Office exam
See Canvas for more details.

Other dates (subject to change):
1.9 First meeting
30.11Final meeting

Students workload

5 ECTS = 135 hours of work
A combination of contact lessons and independent study.

Further information for students

The project management part of the study unit is linked to work done on another study unit. Students not taking Basics of Corporate Security and Risk Management will be given compensatory tasks.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

The study unit follows the criteria in Requirement level 1

More specific criteria for assessments used on individual assignments are given in the workspace.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 1
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to use essential professional concepts when explaining various work
practices and situations; search for information in different sources; report
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to work under guidance using the skills and methods learned; interact with customers and/or cooperation partners; receive guidance
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to work as a member of a team; plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance; work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct; follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 1
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations; – gather information and use his/her knowledge basis; report in the agreed manner
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to work using the skills and methods learned; engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs; take part in guidance and utilise it
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to engage in goal-oriented work in a team; plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time; detect safety-related risks; justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 1
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to use professional concepts extensively; compare and choose relevant information; report and communicate in a professional manner
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to work independently, using the skills and methods learned; take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs; anticipate his/her need for guidance
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to promote the team’s work and team spirit; manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level; work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned; plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration