Course Title: Plan and manage retail projects
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2021
Course Code: BUSM8838C
Course Title: Plan and manage retail projects
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5381 - Diploma of Visual Merchandising
Course Contact: Sam Falanga
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254670
Course Contact Email: samuel.falanga@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Tim McCarthy
Nominal Hours: 60
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 required.
Course Description
In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge required to develop project plans, implement project activities, monitor progress to ensure objectives are achieved, and evaluate all aspects of projects.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
SIRXMGT004 Plan and manage retail projects |
Element: |
1. Define project scope. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1.Identify project objectives, budget, scope of activities and deliverables. 1.2.Clarify relationship of project to others and to overall organisational objectives. 1.3.Identify stakeholders and their requirements for consultation and involvement in project activities. 1.4.Confirm administrative structure for project management, individual responsibility and reporting hierarchy. 1.5.Determine required resources for the project. |
Element: |
2. Prepare the project plan. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1.Consult with stakeholders to facilitate input and to achieve approval for project plan. 2.2.Determine risk, and regulatory and sustainability issues and incorporate them into plan. 2.3.Integrate quality, financial, human and physical resource specifications for project activities. 2.4.Develop and integrate project evaluation methods. 2.5.Plan internal and external communications, public relations and marketing approaches. 2.6.Document integrated project management plan and gain required approvals. 2.7.Communicate plan and roles and responsibilities to all involved. |
Element: |
3. Administer and monitor the project. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1.Implement project activities according to plan and in conjunction with stakeholders and project team members, providing support and assistance as required. 3.2.Implement financial and quality control systems according to project plan. 3.3.Monitor progress to ensure objectives, deliverables, timelines, cost and quality of project are achieved. 3.4.Identify deviations from plan, assess and take action to realign project activities to meet objectives. 3.5.Determine and act on the need for project variations, including additional project resources. 3.6.Provide progress and final reports according to project requirements. 3.7.Complete project within agreed timelines. 3.8.Provide effective and documented handover instructions and advice to staff responsible for the ongoing implementation or maintenance of project products or services. |
Element: |
4. Evaluate the project. |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1.Assess project effectiveness at specified stages, using agreed evaluation methods. 4.2.Evaluate completed project for administrative efficiency, quality and achievement of objectives. 4.3.Debrief project team members and relevant stakeholders about project implementation and outcomes. 4.4.Report outcomes to stakeholders and use information to enhance future project planning and management activities. |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Welcome to EVENT STYLING, a cluster of (SIRXMGT004) GRAP6360C Research and apply techniques in spatial design and (CUADES403) BUSM8838C Plan and manage retail projects.
Both courses will be delivered and assessed together with a result of Competent/Not Yet Competent.
Learning activities will take place in a Virtual studio classroom using industry standard tools and resources.
You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Reference mode of delivery for this course is a blended approach
Virtual In-class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
Out-of-class activities will include:
• Online investigation
• Independent project based work
• Gallery/Exhibition visits
Teaching Schedule
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Week |
Description |
1 |
Intro and Orientation. Event Examples and resources. Overview Assessment tasks 1,2,3 |
2 |
Intro AT1 Knowledge Task Review Planning processes |
3 |
Present Brainstorming / Sketch Plans |
4 |
Intro: AT2 Event Styling Plan Discussion: Project Planning |
5 |
Studio practical workshop (RTC) |
6 |
Project mapping |
7 |
Refine Project planning Discuss Drafts |
8 |
Assessment 2 DUE Individual Student presentations of Event planning and Preparation. Studio practical workshop (RTC) |
9 |
Introduce Assessment 3 Event Implementation and Evaluation Discussion : Approaches to Spatial Design for Events |
10 |
Design Meeting |
11 |
Design Meeting & Spatial Design Discussion: Activity : Student Concept Pin Ups and class feedback |
12 |
Studio practical workshop (RTC) |
13 |
Design Meeting Activity : Approaches to Modelmaking. |
14 |
Design Meeting & Review Project progress Design development and Modelmaking |
15 |
One on one design meetings |
16 |
Studio practical workshop (RTC) Assessment 1 DUE : Knowledge Task |
Flexible study allows you to study online by participating in lectures and tutorials via Canvas, our online learning and teaching platform, to ensure continued learning throughout this period.
For Semester 1 all of your classes and assessments have been rearranged to suit this learning format, unless you have been advised otherwise.
Canvas has been designed so that the learning experience is consistent throughout all your courses.
We have taken your feedback and adjusted the way we do things for Semester 1.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course.
You are advised to look at the Canvas Learning Hub at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information. A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year.
Visual Merchandising Subject Guide
http://rmit.libguides.com/visualmerchandising
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills.
Assessment tasks may include reports, presentations and in-class and on location projects.
The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
This course has 2 assessment tasks. You will receive feedback and a Satisfactory or Not Satisfactory result.
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Assessment 1: Knowledge Assessment (online)
Assessment 2: Event Styling Plan
Assessment 3: Event Implementation and Evaluation
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through the course contact in Program administration.
Other Information
Attendance
Your learning experience involves lectures, active peer discussions, inclass activities and site visits. It is strongly advised that students attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your Studies
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (e.g. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfers and Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through life experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolent/apply-for-credit
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