MSc Project Management

Course Overview

This postgraduate program, which is HEC-recognized and globally accredited, blends British academic excellence with modern infrastructure at IVY’s H-8 campus. Its curriculum is relevant to the industry and covers project planning, risk management, procurement, and leadership in alignment with global PM standards like PMI and PRINCE2. The program is suitable for working professionals and international students.

Admissions Requirement

A UK 2:2 honors degree (or equivalent) or relevant professional experience is required for entry. Standard entry students will need to have a good undergraduate honours degree from a recognised university in any field to pursue this qualification; the background degree should indicate basic quantitative skills. Applicants with different subject areas will be considered on an individual basis according to their relevant professional experience or qualification. Transfer applicants will be required to go through the Recognition of Prior Learning process (RPL) whilst non-standard applicants will need to evidence their relevant work experience.

Modules

The program totals 180 credits, with all core modules worth 30 credits each. The core modules include:

Budget and Commercial Management	Managing Programmes and Portfolios
Compulsory	Compulsory
People Management and Risk	Project Environment and Planning
Compulsory	Compulsory
Project Investigation and System Methods	Project Management Case Study Investigation
Compulsory	Compulsory

Mode of Study

The full-time duration is one year with a September or January start. It is delivered in a block-based, on-campus study format, allowing for intensive short-term attendance. It is also available via online or blended delivery.