Course Title: Manage project human resources
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: BUSM6657C
Course Title: Manage project human resources
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 manage human resources related to projects.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPMG534 Manage project human resources |
Element: |
1. Plan human resources relevant to projects |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify resource requirements for each project task 1.2 Match skills and knowledge of individuals and groups with project tasks 1.3 Allocate personnel to the project according to planned work outputs and project timeline 1.4 Support performance of personnel using human resources management (HRM) methods and tools |
Element: |
2. Implement project personnel training and development |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Define and communicate clear project role descriptions to organisational personnel 2.2 Plan and implement training and development of project team members 2.3 Measure individuals’ performance against agreed criteria and initiate actions for shortfalls in performance |
Element: |
3. Lead project team |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Implement processes for improving individual performance and overall project effectiveness 3.2 Monitor and report, for remedial action, internal and external influences on individual and project team performance and morale 3.3 Implement procedures for interpersonal communication, counselling, and conflict resolution 3.4 Identify and manage inter-project and intra-project resource conflict |
Element: |
4. Finalise human resource activities related to projects |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Disband project team according to organisational policies and procedures 4.2 Identify and document human resource issues and recommended improvements |
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 your skills and knowledge required to manage human resources related to projects. It involves planning for human resources, implementing personnel training and development, and managing the project team.
This course will develop your critical understandings of the relation between those responsible for managing and leading a project in an organisation, business, or as a consultant.
The main elements of this course include:
- Plan and allocate human resources to a project
- Identify and organise project personnel training and development
- Manage project personnel to achieve project outcomes
- Apply human resource management (HRM) methods, techniques and tools to the project.
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
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Week 2 |
Plan human resources relevant to projects |
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| Week 3 | Plan human resources relevant to projects |
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Week 4 |
Plan human resources relevant to projects |
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Week 5 |
Plan human resources relevant to projects
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AT2 Due (Sunday 11:59 pm) |
Week 6 |
Implement project personnel training and development Lead Project Team |
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Week 7 |
Implement project personnel training and development Lead Project Team
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AT3A Due Role-play, attendance compulsory (Sunday 11:59 pm) |
Mid - Semester Break 01 to 07 September 2025 | ||
Week 8 |
Implement project personnel training and development Lead Project Team |
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Week 9 |
Implement project personnel training and development Lead Project Team |
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Week 10 |
Implement project personnel training and development Lead Project Team
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AT3 (B, C & D) Due (Sunday 11:59 PM) |
Week 11 |
Finalise human resource activities related to projects |
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Week 12 |
Finalise human resource activities related to projects
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AT4 (A, B & C) Due (Sunday 11:59 PM) |
Week 13 |
Plan human resources relevant to projects |
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Week 14 |
Plan human resources relevant to projects |
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Week 15 |
Plan human resources relevant to projects
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AT1A Due (Sunday 11:59 PM) |
Week 16 |
Assessment Resubmissions | |
Week 17-18 |
Grade entry |
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 four 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: Plan Human Resources relevant to Projects |
Project work |
This task consists of 1 part: Part A: Identify Project Human Resources and Project Activities. |
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Assessment Task 2: Plan Human Resources relevant to Projects |
Project work |
This task consists of 1 part: AT2 : Identify Project Human Resources and Project Activities. |
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Assessment Task 3: Implement Project Personnel training and development |
Role Play and Project work |
This task consists of 4 parts: Part A: Prepare for and Facilitate a Training Session for Project . Part B: Measuring Performance of Project team Members Part C: Internal and External Influences on the Project Part D: Working with team Members to Improve Performance |
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Assessment Task 4: Finalise Human Resource Activities related to project |
Project work |
This task consists of 3 parts: Part A: Disbanding the Project Team . Part B: Feedback from Project Team Part C: Project Human Resources Evaluation |
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
SEC - Student Engagement Ceased for assessment.
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