MSC PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Course Overview

Our MSc Project Management in Arden University UK will provide you with the knowledge and confidence required to execute large scale global projects. You’ll become a forward-thinking project manager who understands the importance of data metrics in project analysis and future planning. Each of our postgraduate level modules is informed by professional and academic expertise, helping you to become better equipped to lead and manage high-level projects.

Program Mission

On the course, you’ll develop strategic project management skills that are highly sought after in sectors across all areas of international business – from project analytics and data handling to managing teams and understanding Big Data. Accredited by the Association of Project Management (APM), this course had been designed to reflect upon and consider contemporary project management practice and the challenges facing the global business environment right now.

Admission/Entry Requirements

We will consider you as an individual and take into account all elements of your application, not just your qualifications. We are looking for breadth and depth in your current studies and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study. Standard entry students will need to have an undergraduate degree in any field to pursue this 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.

Contact the Admissions Team for additional guidance on whether the qualifications you currently hold or are taking would be suitable for entry: admissions@ivycollege.com.pk Admissions open for semesters commencing in January and September of every year. Ensure you allow adequate time for your application to go through the normal admission procedure of two weeks. Visit your nearest campus in time for securing a place in the programme.

Modules

Year 1 – Level 7

Management of Traditional Projects Compulsory Project Analytics Compulsory
Project Management Tools and Techniques Compulsory Agile Methodologies in the Digital Business Environment Compulsory
Managing Cloud-Based Business Solutions Elective Introduction to Digital Supply Chain Elective
Managing Customer and user Experience Elective Analysing Big Data Elective
Developing People, Leadership and Capabilities Compulsory Digital Business Transformation Project Compulsory

Assessments

The assessment strategy centres on a strong alignment with real-world project management issues and embraces a range of group and individual-based assessment types, including: 

  • Reflective analysis
  • Portfolio development
  • Work products
  • Narrated presentations
  • Case study reports
  • Risk assessments
  • Proposals for agile implementation
  • A digital business transformation project

Students are expected to apply knowledge and theory explored in the modules and produce assessments that simultaneously focus on real business situations and demonstrate the high levels of critical and diagnostic thinking required to meet the standards of a Level 7 business qualification

Fees and Funding

Arden University fee will be directly payable to the university on the given deadline, which will be communicated to the student in the Acceptance Letter when the student successfully secures a place in the programme. The fee will be due annually for the duration of the degree. IVY fee will be charged on a semester-wise basis. There will be two semesters in one academic year, starting in January and September of each year. Contact the admissions team at your nearest IVY campus:

We have a limited number of scholarships that we offer to different students on the basis of the categories they fall into. Fee waivers are offered on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please access the Scholarship Policy and Form for further details.

Career Prospects

Project management expertise is required in nearly every business and in every sector, so your future career opportunities are almost limitless. This master’s degree will give you the skills you need to demonstrate senior-level project management expertise, greatly enhancing your employability in the eyes of global organisations.

MSc Project Management in Arden University UK has been designed with industry in mind and is updated regularly to ensure the experience and skills that you gain can be applied to the workplace when you graduate. You’ll get the skills required to be an efficient, digitally savvy, and agile project manager. Because we focus on the practical application of what you learn, you’ll find that this knowledge and expertise is valuable to a range of different roles. Whilst studying, you’ll:

  • Gain critical and detailed analysis of the theory and practice relating to the role of project management within organisations.
  • Practice management theory related to project management within a global context.
  • Tackle data metrics and analysis from real-life business scenarios and use data analytics to drive project management decisions and processes. 
  • Complete a detailed piece of research relating to a project management issue.  
  • Explore sustainability and business ethics.  
  • Apply knowledge of project management theory and models to complex issues, both systematically and creatively, to improve business and management practice
  • Utilise a stimulating online academic environment, which is based upon the values of academic openness and critical appraisal.  
  • Develop a variety of transferable skills suited to an extensive range of project management roles

MSc Project Management in Arden University UK will help you develop the right skills and knowledge to accelerate your career to a senior leadership role. Whether you want to join an already established business, start your own company or become a consultant, this degree can give you everything you need to explore any avenue. Some roles you might want to consider are: 

  • Operations Project Manager
  • Project Director
  • Project Executive
  • Technical Project Manager
  • Technical Project Lead
  • Business Project Lead
  • Programme Manager

Further Study

Students who graduate from this MSc course will be qualified to apply for further study at MPhil and PhD research degree level.

Mode of Study

The MSc Project Management in Arden University UK is taught using face-to-face learning. Students will have access to IVY tools and resources as well as Arden University’s iLearn/VLE to complete their studies/modules. Support will be provided by local and link tutors at IVY and AU.