Course Title: Manage project scope
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: BUSM6653C
Course Title: Manage project scope
School: 525T Business & Enterprise
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5405 - Diploma of Project Management
Course Contact: Nick Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61399250791
Course Contact Email: nick.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Elvira Lourenco
elvira.lourenco@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to determine and manage project scope. It involves obtaining project authorisation, developing a scope management plan, and managing the application of project scope controls.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPMG530 Manage project scope |
Element: |
1. Conduct project authorisation activities |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Develop and confirm procedures for project authorisation with an appropriate authority 1.2 Obtain authorisation to expend resources 1.3 Confirm project delegations and authorities in project governance arrangements |
Element: |
2. Define project scope |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify and negotiate project boundaries with relevant stakeholders 2.2 Establish measurable project benefits, outcomes and outputs 2.3 Establish a shared understanding of desired project outcomes with relevant stakeholders 2.4 Document scope management plan |
Element: |
3. Manage project scope control process |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Implement agreed scope management procedures and processes 3.2 Monitor impact of scope changes within established time, cost and quality constraints according to change control procedures 3.3 Identify and document scope management issues and recommend improvements for future projects |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
The objectives of this course are to develop the foundational of skills and knowledge required to determine and manage project scope. It involves obtaining project authorisation, developing a scope management plan, and managing the application of project scope controls.
You will also explore how different methods and how it applies to individuals responsible for managing and leading a project in an organisation, business or as a consultant.
The main elements of this course include:
- Complete project authorisation activities
- Collaborate with stakeholders to produce a scope-management plan
- Implement scope-management plan according to procedures
- Review and document scope-management implementation and recommend improvements
A range of learning activities are planned for this course, including self-paced research and collaborative-based activities, The collaborative classroom-based activities will include group discussion, group problem-solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated business environment. We expect you to participate and contribute to all scheduled learning activities.
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topic Overview and Learning Outcomes |
Assessments Due |
Week 1 |
Introduction to the course
Introduction to Project Scope Management |
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Week 2 |
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Week 3 |
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Week 4 |
Conduct project authorisation activities
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AT1 Due During Scheduled Class ROLE PLAY MUST ATTEND Meeting Minutes (Sunday 11:59 pm) |
Week 5 |
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Week 6 |
Conduct project authorisation activities
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Due Sunday 11:59pm: |
Week 7 |
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Week 8 |
Define project scope
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AT2B Due During Scheduled Class ROLE PLAY MUST ATTEND Meeting Minutes (Sunday 11:59 pm) |
Week 9 |
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Week 10 |
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MID SEMESTER BREAK (18 TO 27 APRIL 2025) | ||
Week 11 |
Define project scope
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Due Sunday 11:59pm: |
Week 12 |
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Week 13 |
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Due Sunday 11:59pm: |
Week 14 |
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Week 15 |
Manage project scope control process
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Due Sunday 11:59pm: |
Week 16 |
Lessons Learned and Recommendations
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Due Sunday 11:59pm: |
Week 17-18 |
Assessment Resubmissions Grade entry |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
None
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
This unit requires you to complete three assessment tasks. You must satisfactorily complete all tasks to achieve competency for this unit. Refer to teaching schedule for assessment due dates.
Assessment Task |
Assessment Method |
Task Summary |
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Assessment Task 1: Conduct Project Authorisation Activities – CBSA Company |
Project and role-play |
Project Scope Planning: You are to lead a meeting with Gavin Stead, Project Sponsor, (your assessor) and Betsy Smith, Marino Director (another assessor or student) to confirm the project requirements and establish project boundaries, project benefits, outcomes and deliverables for the Expansion of Marino Enterprises. You will need to be sure you leave the meeting with sufficient and relevant information to be able to complete the initial authorisation documents and the project scope management plan. |
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Assessment Task 2: Define Project Scope – CBSA Company |
Project and Role Play |
This task consists of three parts. Part A: Undertake Project Authorisation Activities (Project) Part B: Meeting with Stakeholders (Role Play) Part C: Prepare a Project Scope Management Plan (Project) |
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Assessment Task 3: Manage Project Scope Control Process – CBSA Company
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Project |
This task consists of three parts. Part A: Managing Scope Change Part B: Recording Decisions Made During the Project Part C: Lessons Learned and Recommendations |
Resubmissions (VET Programs)
If you are found to be unsuccessful (Not Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) in a Course Assessment Task, you will be allowed one resubmission. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to improve and 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.
Penalties for Late Submission
Late submissions of assignments without special consideration or extension will automatically be considered a re-submission (see above)
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix that maps all the assessments is available on CANVAS.
Other Information
Student Support
Your first point of contact for any support needs with your assessments should be your teacher and assessor. If you require further help, you should consider contacting the following support services at RMIT Student Support.
Assessment Adjustments
Students requiring support or adjustments for their formal assessment tasks should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) for more information on the types of adjustments provided, and access RMIT adjustments to assessment.
Extension of Time
If you require an extension of time to submit an assessment task, you can apply for an extension of time by completing the form at this link, and then emailing it together with your supporting documentary evidence to ryan.gunasekera@rmit.edu.au.
You will be advised of the outcome of your application within 1 business day. Please ensure you read the general information about extension applications before you apply.
Special Consideration
If unexpected circumstances affect your ability to complete an assessment, you can apply for special consideration. For more information, access RMIT special consideration.
Changes to the Assessment Scheme
Where a change to assessment approved by the dean/head of school changes an assessment due date, students will be given at least five working days' notice of the new due date.
Feedback
You can expect to receive marks and feedback on in-course assessment work in time to improve your performance in related assessment tasks later in the course.
Academic Integrity and Misconduct
Students demonstrate academic integrity in their assessment practices by:
- engaging with assessment activities in an honest way.
- providing accountability for the authorship and originality of work submitted.
- acknowledging the work of others and the re-use of original work.
Academic misconduct is addressed in accordance with the Student conduct policy.
Assessment involving research with human participants, their information or their tissue, or animal subjects is carried out in accordance with the Staff ethics and integrity policy.
For further information see the Academic Integrity website.
Review and Appeal
A student may request a review of an assessment result or appeal a final course grade in accordance with the Conduct of Assessment and Appeals section of the Assessment Processes.
Grade Criteria
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in this unit of competency you are studying.
The following grades are available for this course.
Vocational educational grades:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for assessment.
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