Level 7 Optional

Level 7 Core

Level 7

Programme Structure

Applicants with an unclassified degree or Level 5 qualification in a relevant subject area along with evidence of experiential learning in a relevant industry may be considered. Other qualifications considered to be of similar academic level may also be considered.

Applicants with an unclassified degree or Level 5 qualification in a relevant subject area along with evidence of experiential learning in a relevant industry may be considered. Other qualifications considered to be of similar academic level may also be considered. Offerings: All

Students with non-standard entry qualifications supported by relevant industry
experience or certification are also encouraged to apply.

Students with non-standard entry qualifications supported by relevant industry
experience or certification are also encouraged to apply. Offerings: All

A UK Honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject with a minimum 2:2 classification or a professional qualification
of equivalent standing and/or such relevant professional experience as deemed appropriate by the Department.

A UK Honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject with a minimum 2:2 classification or a professional qualification
of equivalent standing and/or such relevant professional experience as deemed appropriate by the Department. Offerings: All

Synthesize information from various sources in order to acquire a coherent understanding of project
management theory and professional practice.

Undertake skilled, competent, evaluative and reflective project management practice.

Develop personal competencies to the good of the project including the ability to reflect on decisions and outcomes and take positive decisions to effect change.

Solve problems in creative and innovative ways.

 Make decisions in challenging and unpredictable situations.

Have a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, tools and techniques of project management together with the confidence to apply them in a practical and testing environment.

Identify the objectives and overall business case for a project and prepare a cogent strategy and project management plan identifying how these may be achieved.

Use Information technology and quantitative methods for numerical data analysis and reporting.

Exercise initiative and personal responsibility.

Undertake the critical evaluation of a project strategy and synthesise or model appropriate responses in the context of the project environment including sustainable aspects.

Conduct a major piece of independent research, establishing the fundamental issues and displaying well developed research methodology skills.

Use appropriate data capture techniques to investigate a constrained research proposition or hypothesis.

Conduct organisational reviews and explore the strengths and weaknesses of existing business processes.

Demonstrate a critical awareness of the project process and the development of appropriate strategies in the context of the internal and external project environment.

Formulate and solve management problems within and across the functional areas of project-based
organizations.

Understand and apply the tools to critically analyse the organisations involved in projects with a view to improving individual and collective performance in executing the project.

Articulate and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the empirical and qualitative aspects of the theories of risk and their implications for the management of projects.

Have a comprehensive understanding of the strategic aspects of project management through all the project phases: definition, planning, execution, control and closure.

Demonstrate the applicability of particular methods and methodologies to individual circumstances during the project phases.

Demonstrate an in-depth appreciation of strategic project organisation management, including: organisational theory and design; culture; change management; management of dynamic project organisations and people.

Critically reflect upon their own problem-solving performance in order to evaluate and adopt appropriate approaches to new scenarios.

Analyse, evaluate and interpret current project management professional practice applied to various industry sectors and in a global context.

Propose, design and execute a substantive piece of research using appropriate research methodologies and data analysis techniques.

Demonstrate an appreciation of the roles and responsibilities of the project manager and appropriate means of ensuring successful project delivery.

Course Catalogue

Project Management - 36745 - MSc