MSc Project Management

Program Overview

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The University of Aberdeen's online MSc in Project Management equips students with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage projects in any industry. This APM-accredited program combines theoretical and practical aspects, preparing graduates for success as project managers. With flexible learning options and a focus on real-world case studies, students gain the expertise to excel in a competitive global job market.

Program Outline

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MSc in Project Management

The University of Aberdeen offers a fully-accredited, APM (Associate Project Management)- accredited MSc in Project Management that equips students with the ability and confidence to handle complicated projects well, regardless the industry.

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Degree Overview

This online MSc in Project Management is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to manage projects effectively in any industry. The program incorporates a focus in both theoretical and practical aspects of project management, offering an ideal foundation for professional development in the field.

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Objectives:

• Prepare students with the core project planning and monitoring expertise required for their success as project managers.
• Develop the key competencies and skills needed in project managers, which include risk identification and management, financial oversight, stakeholder interactions.
• Contribute meaningfully and effectively to the organization’s project goals.

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Program Description

• This online Master's degree program in Project Management is entirely asynchronous.
• It is accessible globally without requiring a student visa.
• Provides an APM (Associate Project Management) -acreddited qualification, which is recognized globally.
• Offers a curriculum covering all vital project management subjects like:
• Planning projects
• Controlling budgets
• Quality and managing project risks
• Commercial contracts

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Outline

The MSc program necessitates completion in total, of 180 credits: 172.5 credits from taught course work and 75 credits from your individual project. The program structure includes the following elements:

• Nine (9) x 12.
5 credit courses, all online asynchronous courses.
• Group Project in Project Management (12.
1 credit)
• Individual Project in Project Management (35 credit)
The program curriculum is typically completed over a 2 year period at a part -time pace. The courses involved are as follows:

Project Management Fundamentals (12.5 Credit)

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Course Description:

Equip yourself with the project management concepts, processes and fundamentals. Learn the methods and tools for effective planning, executing, and monitoring projects in various contexts. Managing Project Teams ( 12 .

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5 Credits)

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Course Description:

This course aims at developing the core competencies and skills needed by Project Managers:

• Leading project teams;
• Understanding team dynamics,
• Facilitating effective team communication

Deliver Successful projects(12 .5 Credits )

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Course Description:

Master the core principles for consistently delivering project success. Acquire the ability to identify project risks, proactively mitigate them, and maintain project timelines, budgets, and objectives.

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Organizations & People (1 2 .5 Credits )

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The course discusses how project managers handle human aspects of project management

Budged and financial Control(12.

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5 Credits )

Project Planning & Control(12.

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5 Credits )

• This course develops the core project planning and control tools.

Portfolio Project Management ( 12 , 5 Credits )

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Individual project in Project Management 7 5 credits )

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9 Commercial and contractual Issues (12 .5 Credits )

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Course description: Learn the legal principles, legal aspects and contractual agreements in project management

Assessment

The assessments in this program adopt the following formats :

• Formatitive Assessment: Involves regular assignments and practical assessments to reinforce learning, and inform students of their progression.
• Summaritive assessment: Covers all taught courses, including written assignments, online exams, and the group project, which require integrating knowledge and skills acquired during the program.
• Individual projects which must be linked to their career aspirations and/ or professional experiences and allow for showcasing the acquired skills and knowledge in project manangement.
• #TeachingThe program's teaching approach incorporates the following:
• Flexible, Blended Learning: Combina tion online delivery with one optional short residential program.
This approach caters to a geographically diverse student body, offering flexibility and global reach while affords networking opportunities.
• Internationa l Faculty and Real -World Case Studies: Experienced faculty members with industry expertise deliver
the program, bringing current real-world experiences and case studies to enhance the learning experience #CareersThis MSc program equips graduates with the expertise to excel in Project Manager roles across diverse industries. Graduates could pursue careers such:
• Business Managers
• Project Manager
• Financial Managers
• Managing Director
• Project Manager
• Quality Manager
The program produces graduates possessing a combination of theoretical knowledge, practical skills and APM accreditation, making them highly competitive in today's global job market. #Other
• Finances
• Wellbeing issues and stress
• Academic learning
• Disability Support

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Funding and cost of program

• Available discounts
• Additional costs
• Funding opportunities