Course info

Projects and programmes are widely used when allocating limited resources for specific development purposes as effectively as possible. This course aims to expose students to the basic planning techniques and principles, both in theory and in practice, that are useful for the management of projects. It also aims to foster greater awareness of the planning during the design phase and project control during the implementation phase for the successful implementation of projects. The course exposes students to the key aspects of project management. It is designed to be delivered at different levels, giving simple useful aids to help the project manager and those currently managing projects and wishing to improve their projects. It helps them to define each task, estimate the time and resources required, and provide a framework for management review and control. The course content comprises the main body of knowledge in project planning and management with essential components in management principles, human and child-based approaches to planning and managing projects, risk management in development projects, and political, socio-economic, and legal considerations for project planning.