This course defines and explores the nature of complexity theory, complex adaptive systems and complexity science. And develops your ability to apply this theoretical knowledge to projects. You will learn how to manage project complexity and develop your ability to analyse and contrast how different project management approaches are applicable to complex and conventional projects. This course will focus on complex projects including the management of: post disaster reconstruction projects, aid and relief projects, energy projects and large scale projects

Please note that if you take this course for a bachelor honours program, your overall mark in this course will be one of the course marks that will be used to calculate the weighted average mark (WAM) that will determine your award level. (This applies to students who commence enrolment in a bachelor honours program from 1 January 2016 onwards. See the WAM information web page for more information.)