The person credited with this unit standard is able to begin operating in a project environment by understanding the terminology used and interpreting and explaining fundamental concepts of project management. This standard will also add value to learners who are running their own business and recognise that project management forms an integral component of any business.
The qualifying learner is capable of:
Learners accessing this standard will be involved in project management teams or involved in building small project management teams. These projects may be technical projects, business projects or developmental projects and will cut across a range of economic sectors. This standard will also add value to learners who are running their own business and recognise that project management forms an integral component of any business.
Learners accessing this standard will be working as a leader in the context of a small project or sub-project involving few resources and having a limited impact on stakeholders and the environment, or working as a contributing team member on a medium to large project when not a leader.
This unit standard introduces the core concepts and principles of project management. Learners will develop a foundational understanding of how to plan, execute, and manage projects within scope, time, and cost constraints.
This unit equips learners with the skills to apply key project management tools and techniques. Topics include work breakdown structures, Gantt charts, risk analysis, and resource scheduling to support effective project delivery.
English literacy forms the foundation for success in the Introduction to Project Management course. It enables learners to read and interpret project documentation, communicate effectively with team members, and produce clear written reports and plans.