Creating a Project Plan for a Major Course Update

Parachute was contracted by a major Victorian higher education provider to develop a detailed project plan for the creation and implementation of a major update to one of their most prestigious courses. The planned update would make significant changes to the structure and delivery model of the course – these changes would have far-reaching impacts on students and delivery staff.

In developing the project plan, Parachute:

• identified the organisational structures and protocols with which the course update project would need to comply

• identified and consulted with key stakeholders who would be affected by the project to facilitate buy-in from across (and outside) the organisation

• developed a logical and achievable project plan reflecting best practices for curriculum and resource development

• identified risks facing the project, as well as resources and budget required to ensure project success

• communicated the project plan to key decision-makers in the organisation.