International Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management
The International Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management offers a comprehensive curriculum covering essential skills such as strategic planning, risk management, and leadership in diverse global projects. Through dynamic coursework, participants gain practical insights into project planning, execution, and monitoring, preparing them for successful management roles in various industries worldwide. With a focus on real-world applications and industry best practices, this diploma equips learners with the expertise to navigate complex project landscapes effectively.
Focusing on practical experience, the course goes beyond traditional lectures, incorporating real-world scenarios, business simulations, and 100% project-based learning. This hands-on approach enables participants to apply new skills in a safe setting before transitioning to real-world situations.
The IPGD in Project Management can be completed in 9 months, offering a quick pathway to career advancement and new opportunities.
The diploma combines theoretical concepts with practical experience, equipping learners to address complex operational issues confidently and effectively.
Course Details
The International Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management aims to equip participants with comprehensive skills in project planning, execution preparing them for dynamic roles in global project environments. Through a theoretical knowledge the program fosters critical thinking and problem-solving abilities essential for effectively navigating complex project landscapes. Ultimately, it aims to empower learners to drive successful project outcomes and contribute positively to organizational growth and development.
Course Details:Planning, Controlling, and Leading a Project: Equips learners with the skills to effectively strategize, monitor, and guide project progress towards successful completion.
Procurement Risk and Contract Management: Focuses on mitigating risks and optimizing procurement processes through effective contract management strategies.
Advanced Project and Logistics Management: Explores advanced project and logistics management techniques to enhance efficiency and streamline operations.
Operations and Information Management for Project Managers: Provides insights into managing project operations and information flow to ensure seamless project execution.
Advanced Research Methods: Develops proficiency in advanced research methodologies essential for project analysis, decision-making, and innovation.
Assessment: Graduation Project (GP)After completing the coursework, students must complete a graduation project (GP) integrating knowledge from all modules. This project assesses their ability to apply current practices in Project management and solidifies their comprehensive understanding of the field.
Programme Structure and Credits:This programme comprises five modules with 30 ECTS and 1 GP of 30 ECTS.
Accreditation
All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to
MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.
University Progression
University Top-upOn completion of this course, students have the opportunity to complete a Master degree programme from Partner University. The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus. The top-up comprises the final 60 credits which consist of either a dissertation or a dissertation and one module.
(The course tuition fee listed above does NOT include the top-up fee)
University Progression
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Entry Requirements
For entry onto the International Postgraduate Diploma (IPGD) in Project Management qualification, learners must possess:
- An honours degree in a related subject or the UK level 6 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification, i.e. Bachelors Degree or Higher National Diploma.
OR
- Mature learners (over 25) with at least five years of management experience if they do not possess the above qualification (this is reviewed on a case-by-case basis).
Course Modules
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
This unit aims to introduce learners to the realities of developing and managing a project. It will also introduce learners to the challenges of project management practice in the global business arena. It aims to promote thinking critically about project management as complex, process-based cultural systems and as constantly developing with the high performing team efforts. As an increasing number of firms have project development and project management activities, understanding efficient project management is of vital importance. Learners will learn about the roles and responsibilities of project team members. Various level of management skills will be studied with a special focus on success factors, monitoring and control.
The aim of the unit is to enable the student to understand the core concepts of procurement along with the importance of identifying and managing risks related to procurement and contract management. The learners will also develop a critical understanding of various legislative frameworks important for procurement and consider frameworks for risk assessment in the procurement context.
The aim of this unit is to allow the learner to understand concepts of portfolio management and the associated features. The value of having a Project Management Office will also be examined and the stages of establishing an effective project management office will be considered. Learners will also examine the supply chain ecosystem and review IT frameworks appropriate for logistics and supply chain complexities.
The aim of this unit is to develop a critical understanding of managing operations and information systems within projects. The interrelationships within functional areas will be examined and the influence of contemporary factors. Learners will explore organisational strategy in relation to capacity to plan for products and consider the value of inventory management using information systems and inventory schedules.
The unit aims to equip learners with the practical, technical, and methodological skills to conduct independent research for their research project and management broadly defined. It recognises that conducting research requires the development of specific and generic research skills, including understanding the research design process, understanding different techniques for conducting research in business and management studies, and appreciating the ethical and social implications of undertaking high-value research.
Workshops
This is a self-study programme with unlimited tutor support. You will never be more than a message or phone call away from our tutors.
Workshops are conducted by live webinars for online students.
Classroom workshops are available if there is a local branch in your country. Speak to our course advisors on this subject.
Visa Requirements
There is no Visa requirement for this programme.