Course Title: Apply project human resources management approaches
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: VE 2020
Class Number: 1940
Class Section: PMP1
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Course Code: BUSM7960C
Course Title: Apply project human resources management approaches
School: 650T Vocational Business Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4376 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
Course Contact: Val Christou
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 076
Course Contact Email: val.christou@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Course Leader: Eileen Shields
Email: eileen.shields@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with aspects of human resources management of a project. It involves establishing human resource requirements, identifying the learning and development needs of people working on the project, facilitating these needs being met, and resolving conflict in the team.
It applies to individuals who are project practitioners working in a project support role.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPMG413 Apply project human resources management approaches |
Element: |
1. Assist in determining human resource requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Analyse work breakdown structure to determine human resource requirements 1.2 Prepare a skills analysis of project personnel against project task requirements 1.3 Assist in assigning responsibilities for achieving project deliverables |
Element: |
2. Contribute to establishing and maintaining productive team relationships |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Actively seek views and opinions of team members during task planning and implementation 2.2 Promote cooperation and effective activities, goals and relationships within team 2.3 Communicate with others using styles and methods appropriate to organisational standards, group expectations and desired outcomes 2.4 Communicate information and ideas to others in a logical, concise and understandable manner 2.5 Regularly seek feedback on nature and quality of work relationships, and use feedback as basis for own improvement and development |
Element: |
3. Assist with human resource monitoring |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Monitor work of project personnel against assigned roles and responsibilities within delegated authority levels 3.2 Monitor and control actual effort against project plan 3.3 Review skill levels against allocated tasks and recommend solutions, where required, to others 3.4 Advise others within delegated authority when assigned responsibilities are not met by project personnel 3.5 Undertake work in a multi-disciplinary environment according to established human resource management practices, plans, guidelines and procedures 3.6 Resolve conflict within delegated authority according to agreed dispute-resolution processes 3.7 Assist in offering human resource development opportunities to individuals with skill gaps |
Element: |
4. Contribute to evaluating human resource practices |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Contribute to assessing effectiveness of project human resources management 4.2 Document lessons learned to support continuous improvement processes |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are planned for this course on a variety of topics as shown in the teaching schedule.
This may include self-paced and collaborative classroom activities such as:
- Class exercises
- Problem solving
- Project work
- Quizzes
We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities as each week builds on the next.
Teaching Schedule
Weeks |
Topic |
Assessment |
Unit(s) of Competency |
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Week 1
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Introduction to Project Management techniques
Brief on Cert IV PMP (all courses) *:
Survey stakeholders to gather and record information |
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Week 2
|
BSBPMG409 [BUSM 7956C]
Review of previous week (Week 1) on Project Management Practice |
Submit before session 3: Assessment 1.1 Note: Assessment 1.3 is ongoing with final submission two weeks after program finishes |
BSBPMG409 [BUSM 7956C] Apply project scope management techniques |
|
Week 3
|
BSBPMG410 [BUSM 7957C]
Review of previous week (Week 2) on Project Scope Management |
Submit before session 4: Assessment 2.1
Assessment 2.3 is ongoing with final submission two weeks after program finishes |
BSBPMG410 [BUSM 7957C] Apply project time management techniques |
|
Week 4
|
BSBPMG411 [BUSM 7958C]
Review of previous week (Week 3) on Time Management |
Submit before session 5 |
BSBPMG411 [BUSM 7958C] Apply project Quality Management techniques |
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Week 5
|
BSBPMG412 [BUSM 7959C]
Review of previous week (Week 4) on Quality Management |
Submit before session 6 Note: |
BSBPMG412 [BUSM 7959C] |
|
Week 6
|
BSBPMG413 [BUSM 7960C]
Review of previous week (Week 5) on Cost Management |
Submit before session 7: Assessment 5.1 & Assessment 5.2 &
Note: Assessments are commenced in team workshops during class |
BSBPMG413 [BUSM 7960C] |
|
Week 7
|
BSBPMG414 [BUSM 7961C]
Review of previous week (Week 6) on Project Human Resources |
Submit before session 8 Note: Assessments are commenced in team workshops during class |
BSBPMG414 [BUSM 7961C] |
|
Week 8
|
BSBPMG415 [BUSM 7962C]
Review of previous week (Week 7) on Project Information Management and Communication |
Submit before session 9: Assessment 7.1 & Assessment 7.2 &
Note: Assessments are commenced in team workshops during class |
BSBPMG415 [BUSM 7962C] |
|
Week 9
|
BSBPMG416 [BUSM 7963C
Review of previous week (Week 8) on Project Risk Management |
Submit before session 10: Assessment 8.1 & Assessment 8.2 &
Note: Assessments are commenced in team workshops during class |
BSBPMG416 [BUSM 7963C] |
|
Week 10
|
BSBCUE405 [BUSM 7964C]
Review of previous week (Week 9) on Project Procurement Planning |
Submit before session 11: Assessment 9.1 & Assessment 9.2 &
Note: Assessments are commenced in team workshops during class |
BSBCUE405 [BUSM 7964C] |
|
Week 11
|
Project Performance Review
Project Final Report (See below) Note: |
Presented 19 June (Friday class) & 20 June (Saturday class)
Submit Assessment 10.2_FP |
|
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Friday Saturday |
Final Consolidated Project on Cert IV PMP (all courses) * Portfolio submission |
Final Submission two weeks after program ends |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You will need laptop with charger for each class.
You may also refer to various media, websites, textbooks and e-books as indicated in Canvas using a browser.
Overview of Assessment
In order to achieve competency in this unit, you must provide:
Performance Evidence
Evidence of the ability to:
- produce work breakdown structures in human resource project planning
- construct effective methods for monitoring roles, responsibilities and performance in projects
- demonstrate methods for providing feedback on performance and improving performance of project team members
Knowledge Evidence
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, you must:
- identify alternative project personnel engagement options
- explain job design principles and work breakdown structures
- describe learning and development approaches that can be incorporated into project life cycle
- list methods for skills analysis
- identify and describe project roles, responsibilities and reporting requirements for human resources
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the management and leadership – project management field of work and include access to:
- relevant workplace documentation and resources
- case studies and, where possible, real situations
You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Tasks
ASSESSMENT TASKS
You are required to successfully complete 3 individual assessment tasks within this course to be deemed competent.
ASSESSMENT TASK 1.1: Practical Task
Learning will take place in the classroom with activities that will be assessed through the practical assessment and submitted on CANVAS before the next class or see teaching schedule for exact dates.
ASSESSMENT TASK 1.2: Knowledge Task
Learning will take place in the classroom through activities that will be assessed through the knowledge assessment to consolidate skills and knowledge for this competency and submitted on CANVAS before the next class or see teaching schedule for exact dates.
ASSESSMENT TASK 1.3: Product Task
From the practical and knowledge assessments and through the skills and knowledge you have gained, you will develop a document for the business you have chosen as part of your WIL. This will be submitted through CANVAS before the next class or see teaching schedule for exact dates. This will also be included in the final project management document that will consolidate all competencies in this program.
Assessment Matrix
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
|
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
Mapped Assessments |
1. Assist in determining human resource requirements |
1.1 Analyse work breakdown structure to determine human resource requirements 1.2 Prepare a skills analysis of project personnel against project task requirements 1.3 Assist in assigning responsibilities for achieving project deliverables |
Assessment 1, Assessment 2, Assessment 3 |
2. Contribute to establishing and maintaining productive team relationships |
2.1 Actively seek views and opinions of team members during task planning and implementation 2.2 Promote cooperation and effective activities, goals and relationships within team 2.3 Communicate with others using styles and methods appropriate to organisational standards, group expectations and desired outcomes 2.4 Communicate information and ideas to others in a logical, concise and understandable manner 2.5 Regularly seek feedback on nature and quality of work relationships, and use feedback as basis for own improvement and development |
Assessment 1, Assessment 2, Assessment 3 |
3. Assist with human resource monitoring |
3.1 Monitor work of project personnel against assigned roles and responsibilities within delegated authority levels 3.2 Monitor and control actual effort against project plan 3.3 Review skill levels against allocated tasks and recommend solutions, where required, to others 3.4 Advise others within delegated authority when assigned responsibilities are not met by project personnel 3.5 Undertake work in a multi-disciplinary environment according to established human resource management practices, plans, guidelines and procedures 3.6 Resolve conflict within delegated authority according to agreed dispute-resolution processes 3.7 Assist in offering human resource development opportunities to individuals with skill gaps |
Assessment 1, Assessment 2, Assessment 3 |
4. Contribute to evaluating human resource practices |
4.1 Contribute to assessing effectiveness of project human resources management 4.2 Document lessons learned to support continuous improvement processes
|
Assessment 1, Assessment 2, Assessment 3 |
Other Information
Submission Requirements
You should:
- Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date via CANVAS.
- Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
- When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet with all work you submit for assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for assessment is your own work.
- Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers. For example, Julie Macpherson, 324567, Task 2, OHS2345C Ensure safe workplace, Page 1 of 10.
- Projects must be submitted via Canvas.
Late Submission Procedures
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance-based assessment is completed by the due dates.
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf
Special Consideration Procedures
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Online special consideration link: https://specon.rmit.edu.au/specon/
Resubmissions
If you are found to be unsuccessful in a Course Assessment Task, you will be allowed one resubmission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website.
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
Marking Guide (Courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment):
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying. You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
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