International Master in Project Management

Program Overview

The International Master in Project Management from Rome Business School prepares students for successful project management careers. The program equips students with the knowledge and skills for PMP® and CAPM® certifications from PMI®, focuses on international project management challenges, and blends theory with practical experience through industry partnerships and international bootcamps. Graduates have reported a 21% salary increase within a year and secured positions in prestigious companies.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Rome Business School's International Master in Project Management is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to become or advance as successful project managers. The program prepares students for the PMP® (Project Management Professional) and CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management) certifications from the PMI®, a globally recognized institute. RBS is an authorized training partner (ATP) of PMI. The curriculum blends theory and practice, covering strategic project planning, resource management, risk management, change management, leadership, and cultural and legal aspects specific to international project management. The program aims to develop students' abilities to understand and support organizational strategies, plan and manage project scope, schedule, budget, and other disciplinary areas, monitor and control project progress, identify and manage stakeholders, and lead project execution effectively, emphasizing emotional intelligence and ethical conduct. The program's higher purpose is to build managers and leaders, following the motto "Better Managers for a Better World," incorporating Corporate Social Responsibility and sustainable business approaches. A key feature is a +21% salary increase reported after one year of completing the master's program, with graduates securing positions in prestigious companies like Maserati, Unilever, and Deloitte.

Outline:

The International Master in Project Management is structured around four pillars: Real link with companies (Business Practice LAB, company visits, in-class exercises, exclusive lecturers); Internationality (international faculty, bootcamps in Silicon Valley, Barcelona, Paris, Rome, and Tuscany); Professional Impact (Career Service, company meetings, company shadowing, individual coaching, soft skills program); and Higher Purpose (focus on higher purpose in business, CSR, and sustainable business). The program is divided into modules:

• Module 1: Develop core managerial skills: Covers Managerial Economics, Management Accounting for Decision Making, Business Strategy, Financial Statement Analysis, Project & Operations Management, Marketing: Traditional and Digital, Human Resource Management, and Data Analytics for Managers.
This module aims to provide students with the essentials of entrepreneurship, business planning, financial aspects of business decisions, strategic understanding of companies, financial statement analysis, project management, marketing principles, human resource management, and data analysis for effective decision-making.
• Module 2: Understand the role played by stakeholders in projects and the role of a project leader: Includes Introduction to Project Management (PM Culture, Project Life Cycle, Project Management in organizations), Business Analysis (Business Analysis, Requirements Management), Operational foundations of Project Management (Planning, Execution, Project Portfolio Management, Monitoring and controlling), and Project Management Tools and Techniques (Exploring complexity: application of PM tools and techniques, Exploring Complexity: Risk Management, Use of Project Management Software I & II, Agile methodologies: Kanban and SCRUM).
• Electives (10%): Students can choose from seven main areas: Next Gen Business (Innovation, AI, and Digital Growth); Global Business Excellence (Industry Business Excellence, International Business, Global Electives with RBS international partner Business Schools, Introduction to preparation for professional certifications).
• Business in Action (15%): A hands-on lab consisting of two virtual sessions: Session 1 focuses on identifying sources and monitoring global trends, with guest speakers from UN, UNIDO, and ILO; Session 2 explores the impact of global trends on businesses and adaptation strategies.
• Global Trends Lab (5%): Similar to Business in Action, focusing on global trends.
• Capstone Project (20%): Students tackle a real-world business challenge, potentially working in groups, developing an internet sales plan, or creating a loyalty program.
Examples include case studies from real firms, such as a plan for an Italian gelato business expanding to Senegal. The program also includes a Practice Lab in partnership with NTT DATA, where students apply learned tools and techniques to a real-world project scenario, and training on project management software (ProjectLibre, KanBoard, Noctua Risk, @Risk, Mind Manager, Trello, PMPeople). International Bootcamps are offered in various locations (Silicon Valley, Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Tuscany, Lagos, Doha, London, China, Grand Tour Italy, Dublin, Porto) providing immersive business experiences.

Teaching:

The International Master in Project Management employs a teaching approach prioritizing practical knowledge and skills. The faculty comprises international university lecturers, consultants, and business managers with diverse backgrounds (merchandising, law, entrepreneurship, coaching, public speaking). The program incorporates hands-on expertise and real-world perspectives from industry professionals.

Careers:

The program prepares students for roles such as Project Manager, Event Planner, Project Coordinator, Project Assistant, Marketing analyst, Assistant Construction Manager, Junior Business Analyst, Business Development, Risk Management, Project Supervisor, and Consultant Senior. A +21% salary increase is reported after one year, with graduates working at companies like Maserati, Unilever, and Deloitte. The Career Services team provides support in career development, offering Occupational Pathways (industry-specific career guidance) and Entrepreneurial Pathways (support for starting a business).

Other:

Rome Business School is the most international business school in Italy. The school is an authorized training partner (ATP) of the Project Management Institute (PMI). Student testimonials highlight the international environment, networking opportunities, and the overall positive experience. The program's curriculum is structured with a breakdown of percentages dedicated to different aspects: 5% Managerial Core, 35% Focusing and Specializing, 10% Innovative and Responsible Leadership, 10% Electives, 15% Business in Action, 5% Global Trends Lab, and 20% Capstone Project.