Project Management

Total Hours in Course81

Number of hours for lectures16

Number of hours for seminars and practical classes16

Independent study hours49

Date of course confirmation07.12.2021

Responsible UnitInstitute of Social Sciences and Humanities

Course developer

lect.

Baiba Miltoviča

Mg. paed.

Course abstract

The aim of the study course is to acquaint with theoretical knowledge and promotes the practical applicability of theoretical knowledge in the field of project management, as well as develops students' research skills and abilities in project development. The study course develops an understanding of project management, techniques, methods, tools, project structure, planning and implementation.

Learning outcomes and their assessment

Knowledge. Knows the concepts of the project and the essence of project management, is able to name the features of projects and project classification (Test 1); Has knowledge of the nature of the project life cycle, phases and project management system (Test 2).
Skills. Ability to explain and discuss the implementation of projects, monitoring, project evaluation, as well as evaluation of results and impact (discussion, tests), orientated in Latvian and European Union guidelines, regulatory framework and strategic documents to be used in project management (practical task).
Competence. Ability to identify a project problem and determine its content, ability to apply theoretical knowledge in the development of a practical project; ability to link the project goal with the project tasks, activities, the needs of the target group, skills in project development, its presentation (practical work, developed project and project presentation).

Course Content(Calendar)

1. The concept of project, the basis of project management. (1 hour)
2. Latvian and European guidelines, regulatory framework and strategic documents in project management. (1 hour)
3. Identification of the project idea - research of the project situation, analysis of the problem, preparation of the project justification. (1 hour)
4. Carrying out a project feasibility study. (1 hour)
5. The role of the project manager and management styles. (1 hour)
6. Project implementation organization. (1 hour)
7. Defining project goals. (1 hour)
8. Identification and analysis of project risks. (1 hour)
9. Project resource planning. (1 hour)
10. Project administrative and implementation staff planning. (1 hour)
11. Project internal control planning. (1 hour)
12. Description and justification of project sustainability. (1 hour)
13. Calculation of project costs. Budgeting. (1 hour)
14. Monitoring the implementation of the project plan. (1 hour)
15. Project evaluation. (1 hour)
16. Evaluation of project results and impact. (1 hour)
Topics for seminars (12 hours)
1. The concept of project and the basis of project management. Project features and project type classification. Test 1. (2 hours)
2. Project life cycle, its stages. Test 2. (2 hours)
3. Project cycle management methods. Project institutions, management levels. (2 hours)
4. Planning periods of EU funds and their differences. Hierarchy of strategic documents and role in project management. (2 hours)
5. National action programs and their role in project management. (2 hours)
6. Latvian and European Union regulatory framework, guidelines, regulatory framework and strategic document framework. Practical work. (2 hours)
7. Project implementation, monitoring, project evaluation, evaluation of results and impact. Discussion. (2 hours)
8. Preparation of the project application. Evaluation of the project application and application of the criteria. Project and project presentation. (2 hours)

Requirements for awarding credit points

At the end of the study course there is a test with a mark. The final evaluation is cumulative on the following topics: 1) the essence of project management and the project life cycle, its stages (1st test and 2nd test - 40%), 2) Latvian and European Union regulatory framework, guidelines, regulatory framework and strategic document framework (practical task - 10%), 3) Project implementation, monitoring, project evaluation, evaluation of results and impact (discussion - 10%), 4) Preparation of the project application. (project and project presentation - 40%).

Study process in part-time distance learning is organised in accordance with the Order of the Vice-Rector of Studies No. 2.4.-5/59 On distance learning procedures at LBTU. Study courses are scheduled for each semester according to the study plan. The students learn the topics included in the study course independently, using the materials created and placed by the lecturer in the e-studies (Moodle). Feedback on the learning of lecture and seminar topics in distance learning is organised in the form of self-assessment tests, discussion forums and independent work, as well as in face-to-face or online consultations, lectures and final examinations according to the timetable.

Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work

Students develop independent tasks, study literature.

Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes

Students must develop and pass: two tests (40%), one practical task (10%), one discussion (10%), prepare a project and a project presentation (40%). 10% corresponds to one point on the 10-point assessment scale.

Compulsory reading

1. Marion J. W. Project Management: A Common-Sense Guide to the PMBOK Program, Part Two–Plan and Execution. New York: Momentum Press. 2019. Pieejams EBSCO E-book datu bāzē: https://web-s-ebscohost-com.ezproxy.llu.lv/ehost/detail/detail?vid=2&sid=c8de60c5-aa02-4d21-ab12-dae07ad04058%40redis&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWhvc3QtbGl2ZQ%3d%3d#AN=1918052&db=e000xww
2. Forands I. Projekta menedžments. Rīga: LIF, 2006. 258. lpp.
3. Geipele, I., Tambovceva T. Projektu vadīšana. Rīga: Apgāds Valters un Rapa, 2004.190. lpp.
4. Jangs T. L. Kā vadīt projektu. Zelta padomi veiksmīgai projektu vadīšanai. Bizness un karjera. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2009. 152. lpp.
5. Projektu vadība. Harvard Business Review. Rīga: Lietišķās informācijas dienests, 2007, 164. lpp.
6. A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge. Newtown Square, PA:Project Management Institute, 2017. 752p. Pieejams EBSCO E-book datu bāzē: http://web.a.ebscohost.com/ehost/ebookviewer/ebook/bmxlYmtfXzE1OTUzMjBfX0FO0?sid=7086b0c3-f67c-4f49-a472-9c66e064bdfa@sessionmgr4007&vid=9&format=EB&rid=1

7. Lock D. Project Management. Burlington: Gower. 2013, 550p. Pieejams EBSCO E-book datu bāzē: https://web-p-ebscohost-com.ezproxy.llu.lv/ehost/detail/detail?vid=2&sid=23c3ca79-5d48-4d13-987a-5f86713abf5f%40redis&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWhvc3QtbGl2ZQ%3d%3d#AN=504684&db=e000xww

Periodicals and other sources

1. Project Perspectives. 2014. (Latvijas Nacionālā projektu vadīšanas asociācija. Periodiskais izdevums). [Tiešsaiste]. Pieejams: https://www.e-julkaisu.fi/pry/project_perspectives_2014/#pid=1
2. EC Performance, monitoring and evaluation of the European Regional Development Fund, the Cohesion Fund and the Just Transition Fund in 2021-2027. 2001. [Tiešsaiste]. Pieejams: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/sources/docgener/evaluation/pdf/performance2127/performance2127_swd.pdf
3. EC Structural Funds 2021-2027 (ERDF and ESF) eligibility: Latvia. 2021. [Tiešsaiste]. Pieejams: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/sources/graph/poster2021/lv.pdf

4. Panorama 75: Going Green and Digital in 2021. 2020. [Tiešsaiste]. Pieejams: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/sources/docgener/panorama/pdf/mag75/mag75_en.pdf

Notes

Compulsory study course in the ESAF academic master’s study programme “Sociology of Organizations and Public Administration”.

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