The MSc Project Management Online provides a postgraduate award with a strong focus on employability. It is aimed at graduates who have an interest in developing an in-depth specialist knowledge and a critical understanding of the key aspects of project management, and in particular, who are looking to pursue, advance or switch to a career in project management. A Master’s degree in project management is sought after by many organisations in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. This course is suitable for graduates in business, computing and engineering who are particularly interested in organising, running or participating in projects.
The master's programme is designed so that you can complete your course in a 12 month period. You will develop a broad comprehension of the most important concepts in project management with a strategic perspective in a global context. The Business School prides itself on the depth and practical relevance of the knowledge delivered in its programmes by academics with practical experience to ensure that research is melded with relevant real-life applications. You will apply theoretical concepts and project management models to real-life case studies, in a practice-based environment. The programme provides the intellectual underpinnings required for a career in a rapidly changing work environment, a rigorous approach to self-awareness and personal development and significant exposure to the world of work and its current demands.
The course offers the development of in-depth intellectual and professional knowledge of project management that is covered by a range of modules including Systems Design & Management of Projects; Project Finance & Procurement and Managing People & Organisations. This range of subject areas will enable you to take up or further your professional qualifications as well as your academic qualifications. Furthermore, you will gain valuable experience in research within your specialist field through the completion of a dissertation, also presentation, communication, teamwork and critical problem-solving skills.
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New from September 2022 – this course will have an optional Placement Year to gain significant skills to enhance your employability.
MSc Project Management Online
The Master of Science Project Management – Online can be studied full time over a 12-month period or part-time over a 21 month period providing flexibility around your commitments.
The course is designed specifically to focus on the key aspects and knowledge required for effective project management within a variety of organisations and sectors. If you thrive on taking control and leading a project to ensure that everything is synchronised, then this course is a great way to further develop your skills and qualify you for a position in an organisation or to start your own business as a freelance project manager.
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We've partnered with IBM to integrate their Enterprise Design Thinking into the course. On completion, students will become badged Enterprise Design Thinkers.
Global Rotation
You can rotate study between our UK and Berlin campuses, completing the course at your 'home' campus. Visa restrictions and study conditions apply.
Optional Work Placement
Students completing an 18 month MSc (excluding the MBA) have the opportunity to apply to complete a work placement as part of their final module.
Course Details
Our MSc Project Management – Online is a specialist course aimed at graduates who have an interest in developing in-depth specialist knowledge and a critical understanding of the key aspects of project management. Through our full range of innovative online study resources, you will be able to create your own timetable and fit your studies around your personal and professional commitments.
A Master’s degree in project management is sought after by many organisations in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, making it a great way to develop versatile skills and increase your employability. So that you are fully prepared to effectively manage projects, we’ve ensured that this course helps you to learn about strategies for planning, risk management, quality control and vital communication approaches.
This course is designed to help you develop a broad understanding of the most important models in project management, applying theoretical concepts and project management models to real-life case studies.
As an online student, you will have access to a range of professionally produced tuition videos to support each module, featuring detailed animations to help you absorb complex concepts. You can explore case studies taken from the real business world to help strengthen your learning while accessing downloadable reading materials, so you can revise on the go.
Our MSc Project Management - Online is suitable for graduates in business, computing and engineering, especially if you are interested in organising, running or participating in projects. It provides a postgraduate award with a strong focus on employability and is ideal if you are looking to pursue, advance or switch to a career in project management within any industry.
Should you be unable to complete the full programme, you may still be awarded a Diploma or Certificate depending on the terms completed.
Course Tutor
Specialising in operations, supply chain and project management, Nick Wake is a visiting professor at a number of leading business schools around the world. With an MBA in Business and a PhD in Operations Management from Warwick Business School, Nick is still active in the area of pedagogic research and has been awarded a number of prizes for his work. He has a particular interest in using games as an educational tool in teaching operations theory and processes. As Director at Operations Leaders, an organisation providing specialist consultancy services and bespoke development solutions, Nicholas combines his teaching with a number of business consulting projects with leading global companies.
Course Structure
Course modules
Programme Management (30 credits)
Product Management (30 credits)
Project Planning Execution (30 credits)
Procurement and Supply Chain Management (30 credits)
Research Methods and Research-Based Output (60 credits)
Course Information
Assessment
You will be assessed formally through a mix of individual assignments, group work and Dissertation/Project work.
Structure
This course has an innovatively flexible structure, with specific assessments that are conducive to effective learning.
Course Requirements
2:2 or above from a UK Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualifications.
International requirements - an English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or above with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
Duration
1 year full-time, 21 months part-time
How to Apply
You can apply for this course directly with the University, or GISMA if you’d like to study in Berlin.