Project Management Essentials

Understanding Project Management Essentials

This module provides a foundational overview of key project management principles, including the project life cycle, roles and responsibilities, and common methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, PRINCE2). It explores each methodology’s strengths, weaknesses, and ideal applications, while highlighting best practices for stakeholder engagement, scope, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. The module also encourages flexible, tailored approaches to suit specific project needs.

By the end of this module, you will be able to understand:

• The Project Life Cycle
• Key Roles in Project Management
• Project Management Methodologies
• Traditional Project Management (Waterfall)
• Agile Project Management
• PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments)
• Comparison of Methodologies

Relevant Australian Legislation:

• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) – When managing safety, risk, and stakeholder consultation during projects.
• Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) – Regarding labour practices, contract management, and resource planning.
• Procurement and contract laws – Particularly relevant in public sector or infrastructure projects.

This module will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.