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Project Management

Overview

This course is delivered with excellence by Cornard University.

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According to the HRM Recruitment 2018 report, project management is listed among the professions experiencing a skills shortage, meaning now is the best time to start studying the subject. Defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI®) as a temporary endeavour undertaken to create a unique product, service or result, being able to run a project is an excellent skill to have.

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In order to be successful in a project management role, you will need to be able to build collaborative relationships through results-oriented management. However, what separates project management from just ‘management’ is that you will need to know how to deliver a goal within a finite timespan and budget. Management, by contrast is an ongoing process.

Throughout this programme, you will learn how to take a project through the stages of initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling and finally, closedown.

Why choose this programme?

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Cornard University is an approved Registered Education Provider of project management training by the Project Management Institute (PMI)® and has been approved by PMI to issue Professional Development Units (PDUs) for this Professional Diploma course. 

The Project Management Professional (PMP)® credential is the most important industry-recognised certification for project managers and is world recognised as the gold standard in project management with over 750,000 certified project managers around the globe. 

By the time you graduate, you will be able to pursue roles including:

  • IT project manager

  • Planning manager

  • Project management / project controls’ specialists

  • Project manager

  • Project manager - construction

  • Technical project manager

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Objectives of the programme

Throughout the programme, you will develop project management skills which are in high demand in both large and small businesses. You will begin to understand the principles of taking a project from its inception through to its final state as well as how to empower your team members to deliver outstanding pieces of work.

Who is the course suitable for?

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This programme is designed for hard-working individuals looking to develop their skills in project management. We encourage students who have the following ambitions to enrol:

  • Those looking to build project management skills in line with current principles and practices

  • Those looking to formalise their skills in line with best practices, helping them to improve their career prospects

  • Those wanting to deliver successful projects using project management principles

  • Those who want to differentiate themselves and stand out to potential employers

  • Those who want to gain the skills to structure, formalise and implement projects on time and on budget

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Once you have graduated, you will be able to pursue roles in areas such as financial services, construction, pharmaceuticals and manufacturing.

Programme structure

Modules

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Creating a high-performing team

  • Processes and practices to build the right team

  • Empowerment and training for team members

  • Virtual teams

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Project initiation

  • Determining and applying appropriate project methodologies and processes

  • Managing project scope, budget and schedules

  • Project planning and management

  • Project quality control and governance

  • Project phase management and project closure

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Ongoing project activities

  • Risk management

  • Project communications (internal and external)

  • Project deliverables

  • Change management (internal and external environment)

  • Team management (leadership, support and conflict management)

Entry Requirements

The University will consider applications from students offering a wide range of qualifications. All applications are assessed on an individual basis but some of our typical requirements are listed below. Students offering qualifications not listed are welcome to contact our Admissions Team for further advice.

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·  A level

A.B.C

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·   GCSE

Mathematics grade 4 / C and English grade 4 / C.

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·   Access to HE Diploma

The University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma candidates for consideration. A typical offer may require you to obtain a proportion of Level 3 credits in relevant subjects at merit grade or above.

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·   BTEC Nationals

D.D.M

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·   International Baccalaureate

40 points overall or 20 points at HL including Mathematics 4 at HL or SL

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·   International Foundation Programme

Pass all components of the University of Kent International Foundation Programme with a 65% overall average.

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·   T level

The University will consider applicants holding T level qualifications in subjects closely aligned to the course.

 

International Students

If you are an international student, visit our International Student website for further information about entry requirements for your country, including details of the International Foundation Programmes. Please note that international fee-paying students who require a student visa cannot undertake a part-time programme due to visa restrictions.

Please note that meeting the typical offer/minimum requirement does not guarantee that you will receive an offer.

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English Language Requirements

Please note that if you do not meet our English language requirements, we offer a number of 'pre-sessional' courses in English for Academic Purposes. You attend these courses before starting your degree programme.

 

Structure and Fees

Please click here for the course structure and fees.

Professor Olivia Walker

BA, Bsc Project Management

Professor Dan Mitchell 

Bsc, Msc Project Management

Tess Andersen

Course Coordinator

Noah Patterson

Liaison Officer

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