Program Overview
The Master in Project Management from Universidad Europea de Madrid is an intensive bootcamp-style program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage projects in various industries and sectors. It combines online and in-person learning, includes preparation for industry certifications, and provides opportunities for practical experience through internships with industry partners. The program aims to prepare students for a variety of career paths in project management, including Project Manager, Scrum Master, and Portfolio Manager.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master in Project Management is a bootcamp-style program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively manage projects across various industries and sectors.
Objectives:
- To develop students' expertise in project management, focusing on different areas and sectors.
- To equip students with the skills to plan, execute, monitor, and control projects effectively.
Outline:
The Master in Project Management is a 14-week bootcamp program that combines online and in-person learning experiences. The program is structured into 12 modules, each focusing on a specific aspect of project management.
Module 1: [Asynchronous] Portfolio Management (6 ECTS)
This module introduces students to portfolio management systems used by organizations to select transformation projects. Students will learn about agile team building, roles and responsibilities, project initiation, Scrum fundamentals, artifacts, and execution. It also includes preparation for the PSM I certification.
Module 3: Talent and Leadership Project Management (5 ECTS)
This module emphasizes leadership skills essential for agile transformation within organizations. It covers topics such as team building, cohesion, development, and performance optimization, as well as leadership styles and techniques.
Module 4: Hybrid Project Management (5 ECTS)
This module introduces students to the PM2 methodology, a project management framework developed by the European Commission. It covers portfolio definition, value optimization, monitoring, and control, as well as Lean and Agile portfolio management.
Module 6: Agile Project Management (5 ECTS)
This module explores the principles and practices of agile project management, including Scrum, Kanban, and scaling frameworks. It covers concepts such as self-organization, collaboration, complexity reduction, and continuous improvement.
Module 7: Group Project (6 ECTS)
Students will work in groups to develop a comprehensive project based on a real-world case study.
Module 9: Specialization – Business Intelligence and Decision Making (3 ECTS)
This module focuses on data analysis and business intelligence, covering topics such as data processing, reporting, data connection, dashboard creation, and decision-making.
Module 10: Specialization – Global Talent Management (3 ECTS)
This module explores talent management strategies, including talent acquisition, development, and retention. Students will learn how to design policies to attract and retain employees within their projects.
Module 11: Master's Thesis (14 ECTS)
Students will conduct a comprehensive project from start to finish, applying their knowledge and skills to a real-world case study.
Module 12: Company Internships (6 ECTS)
Teaching:
The program utilizes a blended learning approach, combining online and in-person components. The online portion includes streaming classes with real-time interaction, while the in-person component includes classes, events, masterclasses, and networking activities.
Faculty:
The program's faculty comprises experienced professionals working in project management across various sectors, as well as academics with expertise in portfolio, program, and project management.
Careers:
The Master in Project Management prepares students for a variety of career paths in project management, including:
- Project Manager
- Scrum Master
- Agile Coach
- Portfolio Manager
- Program Manager
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
Other:
- The program is offered in a bootcamp format, which is a condensed and intensive learning experience.
- The program is delivered in Spanish.
- The program is offered by the Universidad Europea de Madrid.
- The program is a private master's degree.
- The program is accredited by the European Commission.
- The program includes preparation for industry-recognized certifications.
- The program is designed to meet the needs of students and professionals seeking to advance their careers in project management.
- The program is taught by experienced professionals and academics.
- The program offers a variety of learning resources, including online materials, in-person classes, and networking opportunities.
- The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the competitive project management field.
