Project Management University of Worcester

Overview

In the Project Management programme from University of Worcester you will develop your expertise in areas such as entrepreneurship, project management, risk management, leadership and human resource management, all of which are important tools for a successful project manager. You will have the opportunity to work as a member of a project management team and be involved in developing a project plan that is presented to real clients for feedback and, potentially, deliver the plan for them as a live project.

You will be taught by senior academics who have wealth of professional experience and excellent links with industry. Their teaching is informed by insights from industry and the course content is both practical and relevant to real business life. You will also be offered an internship option to provide you with a flavour of the actual world of business.

Key features

• Scholarships and Discounts for international students, based on their grades
• Work-related curriculum that enhances the ability to adapt to complex situations
• Modules based on contemporary research, scholarship and cutting-edge thinking
• Opportunities to work with senior academics who have extensive experience in Project Management
• Cross-learning amongst students of diverse backgrounds and business practices from around the world
• The opportunity to gain access to local and national employers through the internship

• A flexible design allowing two entry points, in September and January  

Where could it take you?

This course has been designed in a way that allows you to develop high-level knowledge and skills to pursue a career in Project Management. This is a growing area of interest and many people are becoming specialists in this field due to its importance in today’s globalised world and business landscape. The content of this course has been developed with reference to Association of Project Management (APM) in order to reflect current and best project management practices.

Project management (PM) skills are sought after in today’s job market. Fierce competition is driving companies towards innovative products and services, and successful project management is key for survival and growth. This course introduces you to various sources of information and methods of analysis for the purpose of business decision making in successfully managing projects. Furthermore, the course develops the critical thinking skills which are essential for boosting your employability prospects. In addition, the international nature of the candidates, the diversity of expertise and backgrounds together with the University's commitment to the sustainability agenda will all have a profound impact on your employability

Links with employers

The Business School works closely with a number of professional organisations including the Chartered Institute of Management, Institute of Commercial Management, Chartered Institute of Marketing, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, Chartered Institute of Public Relations, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Institute of Financial Accountants, Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals, and British Computer Society.