Course Outline

School: Business

Department: Business Management

Course Title: Project Management for Business

Course Code: OMGT 229

Course Hours/Credits: 56

Prerequisites: N/A

Co-requisites: N/A

Eligible for Prior Learning, Yes

Assessment and Recognition:

Originated by: Larry David

Creation Date: Fall 2010

Revised by: Laurentiu David PhD

Revision Date: Winter 2015

Effective Semester: Winter 2015

Inactive Date: 1/15/2021 9:13:57 AM

Approved by:

Amanda Stone, Associate Dean/Dean,

Business

Students are expected to review and understand all areas of the course outline.

Retain this course outline for future transfer credit applications. A fee may be charged for
additional copies.

This course outline is available in alternative formats upon request.

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Acknowledgement of Traditional Lands

Centennial is proud to be a part of a rich history of education in this province and in this city. We
acknowledge that we are on the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
and pay tribute to their legacy and the legacy of all First Peoples of Canada, as we strengthen ties with
the communities we serve and build the future through learning and through our graduates. Today the
traditional meeting place of Toronto is still home to many Indigenous People from across Turtle Island and
we are grateful to have the opportunity to work in the communities that have grown in the treaty lands of
the Mississaugas. We acknowledge that we are all treaty people and accept our responsibility to honor all
our relations.

Course Description
This course provides an overview and methodology for managing business projects. All key aspects of
project management are introduced, with emphasis on the importance of accurate project definition,
effective scope management, detailed work breakdown structure creation, and project communication
skills. The project management processes and tools used are compliant with PMBOK resources.

The learner will have hands-on exposure to project management software (MS Project). Using the
software, they will create and develop project plans, schedule tasks, assign resources, evaluate and
adjust schedules, and prepare progress reports.

External Standard Information

N/A

Program Outcomes
Successful completion of this and other courses in the program culminates in the achievement of the
Vocational Learning Outcomes (program outcomes) set by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities in the
Program Standard. The VLOs express the learning a student must reliably demonstrate before
graduation. To ensure a meaningful learning experience and to better understand how this course and
program prepare graduates for success, students are encouraged to review the Program Standard by
visiting http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/pepg/audiences/colleges/progstan/. For apprenticeship-based programs,
visit https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/about-trades/trades-information/.

Course Learning Outcomes

The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to:
1. Construct a project definition and clearly communicate that definition to stakeholders
2. Prepare a project proposal to outline purpose, benefits, costs and timeframe
3. Explain the role of the project manager and the skills required
4. Prepare a project plan, including definition of scope and objectives, documentation of possible
barriers and challenges
5. Construct a Work Breakdown Structure for a project
6. Determine the activities of a project and estimate priority duration and sequence
7. Outline project costs and budget, discuss and demonstrate cost control tools
8. Investigate and document project risks and appropriate management plan

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9. Construct an appropriate project communication structure

Essential Employability Skills (EES)

The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to*:
1. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the
purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
3. Execute mathematical operations accurately.
4. Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.
9. Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships
and the achievement of goals.
10. Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.
*There are 11 Essential Employability Skills outcomes as per the Ministry Program Standard. Of these 11 outcomes, the following will be
assessed in this course.

New Essential Skills (NES)

N/A

Global Citizenship and Equity (GC&E) Outcomes

The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to*:
2. Identify beliefs, values and behaviours that form individual and community identities and the basis
for respectful relationships.
*There are 6 institutional Global Citizenship & Equity outcomes. Of these 6 outcomes, the following will be assessed in this course.

Methods of Instruction
Small Group work
Independent reading
Lecture
Discussion groups

Text and Other Instructional/Learning Materials

Text Book(s):
Successful Project Management, 7th edition
Gido, Clements & Baker
ISBN-10 1285068378 ISBN-13 9781337095471

Classroom and Equipment Requirements

Computer lab for software component

Evaluation Scheme
➮ Request for a Proposal: Create a Request for a Proposal using the template provided
➮ Work Breakdown Structure: Create a work breakdown structure
➮ Test #1: Test #1

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➮ Case Project: Complete the MS Project initial file and document updates as indicated. Complete
integrated status reports from system
➮ Test # 2: Test #2
If students are unable to write a test they should immediately contact their professor or program Chair for
advice. In exceptional and well documented circumstances (e.g. unforeseen family problems, serious
illness, or death of a close family member), students may be able to write a make-up test.

All submitted work may be reviewed for authenticity and originality utilizing Turnitin®. Students who do not
wish to have their work submitted to Turnitin® must, by the end of the second week of class,
communicate this in writing to the instructor and make mutually agreeable alternate arrangements.

When writing tests, students must be able to produce official Centennial College photo identification or
they may be refused the right to take the test or test results will be void.

Tests or assignments conducted remotely may require the use of online proctoring technology where the
student’s identification is verified and their activity is monitored and/or recorded, both audibly and visually
through remote access to the student's computer and web camera. Students must communicate in writing
to the instructor as soon as possible and prior to the test or assignment due date if they require an
alternate assessment format to explore mutually agreeable alternatives.

Student Accommodation
The Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services (CALCS) (http://centennialcollege.ca/calcs)
provides programs and services which empower students in meeting their wellness goals,
accommodation and disability-related needs. Our team of professional psychotherapists, social workers,
educators, and staff offer brief, solution-focused psychotherapy, accommodation planning, health and
wellness education, group counselling, psycho-educational workshops, adaptive technology, and peer
support. Walk in for your first intake session at one of our service locations (Ashtonbee Room L1-04,
Morningside Room 190, Progress Room C1-03, The Story Arts Centre Room 285, Downsview Room 105)
or contact us at calcs@centennialcollege.ca, 416-289-5000 ext. 3850 to learn more about accessing
CALCS services.

Use of Dictionaries
• Dictionaries may be used in tests and examinations, or in portions of tests and examinations, as long
as they are non-electronic (not capable of storing information) and hard copy (reviewed by the
invigilator to ensure notes are not incorporated that would affect test or examination integrity).

Program or School Policies

N/A

Course Policies
N/A

College Policies
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Students should familiarize themselves with all College Policies that cover academic matters and student
conduct.

All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from
discrimination and harassment and promotes respect and equity. Centennial policies ensure all incidents
of harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence will be addressed and responded to accordingly.

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is integral to the learning process and a necessary ingredient of academic integrity.
Forms of academic dishonesty include cheating, plagiarism, and impersonation, among others. Breaches
of academic honesty may result in a failing grade on the assignment or course, suspension, or expulsion
from the college. Students are bound to the College’s AC100-11 Academic Honesty and Plagiarism
policy.

To learn more, please visit the Libraries information page about Academic Integrity
https://libraryguides.centennialcollege.ca/academicintegrity and review Centennial College's Academic
Honesty Module:
https://myappform.centennialcollege.ca/ecentennial/articulate/Centennial_College_Academic_Integrity_M
odule_%202/story.html

Use of Lecture/Course Materials

Materials used in Centennial College courses are subject to Intellectual Property and Copyright
protection, and as such cannot be used and posted for public dissemination without prior permission from
the original creator or copyright holder (e.g., student/professor/the College/or third-party source). This
includes class/lecture recordings, course materials, and third-party copyright-protected materials (such as
images, book chapters and articles). Copyright protections are automatic once an original work is created,
and applies whether or not a copyright statement appears on the material. Students and employees are
bound by College policies, including AC100-22 Intellectual Property, and SL100-02 Student Code of
Conduct, and any student or employee found to be using or posting course materials or recordings for
public dissemination without permission and/or inappropriately is in breach of these policies and may be
sanctioned.

For more information on these and other policies, please visit www.centennialcollege.ca/about-
centennial/college-overview/college-policies.

Students enrolled in a joint or collaborative program are subject to the partner institution's academic
policies.

PLAR Process
This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). PLAR is a process by
which course credit may be granted for past learning acquired through work or other life experiences. The
PLAR process involves completing an assessment (portfolio, test, assignment, etc.) that reliably
demonstrates achievement of the course learning outcomes. Contact the academic school to obtain

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information on the PLAR process and the required assessment.

This course outline and its associated weekly topical(s) may not be reproduced, in whole or in
part, without the prior permission of Centennial College.

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Topical Outline (subject to change):

ORIGINAL TOPICAL
Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
1 Project Management Chapter 1 Describe what is a project and project •Small group work
Concepts management •Independent reading
Understand the challenges of project •Discussion groups
management •Lecture
Identify the role and skills of the project
manager
2 Identifying and Chapter 2 Describe how projects are identified, selected, •Small group work
Selecting Projects authorized and outsourced •Independent reading
Understand the importance of a project •Discussion groups
charter •Lecture

3 Developing Project Chapter 3 Prepare the business case using proposal •Small group work Creation of
Proposals marketing strategies •Independent reading Request For
Prepare project proposals based on pricing •Discussion groups Proposal
considerations •Lecture (Assessment
Understand how to build effective discussed in
relationships with customers and partners class)
4 - 5 Defining Scope, Chapter 4 Prepare a project scope document Small group work Create a Work
Quality, Responsibility Create a Work Breakdown Structure • Independent reading Breakdown
and Activity Sequence Assign responsibilities for work elements • Discussion groups Structure
Define specific activities • Lecture (Assessment
Create a network diagram discussed in
class)
5 - 6 Developing the Chapter 5 Estimate the resources and duration for Small group work Network
Schedule activities • Independent reading Diagram and
Develop a schedule that indicate the earliest • Discussion groups Critical Path in
and latest start and finish times for each • Lecture class
activity exercises
Determine slack and identifying the critical RFP
path of activities Assignment
Due (15%)
7 Test 1 Chapters 1 to 5 and Test 1 Lecture and small Test 1 (25%)
class materials groups
8 Resource Utilization Chapter 6 Prepare a resource requirements plan Small group work
Level the use of resources within the required • Independent reading
time frame for a project • Discussion groups

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
Determine the shortest project schedule when • Lecture
the number of available resources is limited
9 Determining Costs, Chapter 7 Estimate costs of activities Small group work Work
Budget, and Earned Create a time-phased budget • Independent reading Breakdown
Value Analyze cost performance • Discussion groups Structure Due
Estimate project cost at completion • Lecture (15%)
10 Managing Risk/ Chapter 8/ Chapter 9 Identification of project risks Small group work
Closing the Project Assess the likelihood of occurrence and • Independent reading
degree of impact • Discussion groups
Prioritizing risks • Lecture
Prepare risk response plans
Control and monitor risks/
Conduct post-project evaluations
Archiving documents
11 The Project Manager/ Chapter 10/Chapter 11 Discuss the responsibilities of a project Small group work Case Study
The Project Team manager; the skills needed to manage • Independent reading Submission
projects successfully; ways to develop project • Discussion groups (20%)
manager constancy/ • Lecture
Formation of effective management teams
Understand the importance of ethical
behavior and sources of conflict during the
project completion

12 - Project Chapter 12/ Chapter 13 Develop enhanced personal communication • Small group work
13 Communication/ and effective listening • Independent reading
Project Management Create a project communication plan and • Discussion groups
Organizational collaborative communication tools/ Discuss • Lecture
Structures the and understand the role of the project
management office.
14 Test 2 Chapters 1 -13 Test 2 Lecture and small Test 2 (25%)
groups

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