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The overall aims of this course are to: to understand the research methods and decision processes that are undertaken from the initial project or development idea through to project feasibility; understand the purpose and methodology in conducting feasibility studies and initial project evaluation; be familiar with purpose and methodology in conducting cost benefit analysis and investment decision techniques; understand the issues associated with investment strategies and pricing techniques that can influence the initial project accept or reject decision; be familiar with the methodologies and techniques used to assist cost control and benchmarking for project feasibilities and project evaluations; and understand the techniques used to appraise a project using the quantitative and qualitative techniques of value management to increase the likelihood of better long-term outcomes for a project.
Course at a glance
| Career: | Undergraduate |
| Credit points: | 6 |
| Requisites: | Prereq: BLAR13047 or [BLCN14005 & BLSV12013] |
| Student Contribution Band: | 2 |
| EFTSL: | 0.12500 |
Course availability
| Term | Campus |
|---|---|
| 2013 Term Three | FLEX |
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