Development Projects and Programmes

OVERVIEW OF THE MODULE

  • Welcome Message
    • Welcome to DVA2601: Development Projects and Programmes

Introduction

  • Purpose: Gain insight into projects and programmes as instruments of development.
  • Aim: Equip with skills, competencies, and knowledge for project management analysis at national and local levels.

Purpose of the Module

  • Equip students to:
    • Contribute to and participate in project management processes.
    • Analyze different approaches to project planning.
    • Evaluate blueprint models of project management.
    • Understand information gathering for development projects.
    • Analyze project appraisal techniques.
    • Demonstrate knowledge of project monitoring and evaluation.

Module Outcomes

  • After completing this module, students should be able to:
    • Explain the relationship between projects, programmes, and their managers.
    • Analyze approaches to project planning.
    • Evaluate project management models.
    • Understand information gathering processes.
    • Analyze appraisal techniques for development projects.
    • Demonstrate understanding of project monitoring and evaluation.

What to Expect from the Study Guide

  • Divided into six learning units:
    • Outlined outcomes for each unit.
    • Activities included for engagement with study material.
    • Checklists for self-assessment in each learning unit.

What We Expect of You as a Student

  • Skills assumed at the start:
    • Understanding academic texts in the language of instruction.
    • Writing academic essays in the language of instruction.
    • Independent study in a distance education environment.
    • Appreciation for academic integrity.

Study Material for this Module

  • Includes:
    • Tutorial Letter 101.
    • E-reserve articles.
    • Additional communications from lecturers.

Tuition and Assessment

  • Fully online delivery via myUnisa.
  • Importance of familiarization with Tutorial Letter 101 for guidelines and assessment.

Orientation to Using myUnisa

  • Key options on myUnisa:
    • Official Study Material: guides and tutorial letters.
    • Announcements: important updates from lecturers.
    • Additional Resources: supplementary learning materials.
    • Discussion Forums: opportunities for discussion and collaboration.

Icons Used in this Module

  • Self-assessment activities: Tasks for applying what has been learned.
  • Reflection icon: Start of outcomes for each unit.
  • Open book icon: Indicates need for additional reading.

Conclusion

  • Best wishes for studies with the module.