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We provide a stimulating learning environment and access to state-of-the-art resources to help you make the most of your time with us. Flexible spaces, Wi-Fi facilities, and learning zones all contribute to our lively and contemporary study environment.

Solent’s on-campus facilities include a 24-hour library, comfortable group workspaces, and a range of high-end IT equipment.

Core Modules:

Step 1 – PgCert Project Management

• Project Management in Context: This module will help you to gain a general understanding of governance and settings. Topics include project management; program and portfolio management; infrastructure; knowledge management; life cycle; success factors and maturity; sponsorship environment; operations management.

• Finance for Project Managers: This module will develop your accounting skills, with a focus on management accounting suitable for project managers. Topics include budget and cost control; project funding; investment appraisal; provider selection and management; procurement; management accounting tools and techniques for performance measurement.

Step 2 – PgDiploma Project Management

Project Management Tools and Techniques: In this module, you will examine the structures and processes necessary for any organization to achieve effective delivery of a project. Topics include resources scheduling; time scheduling; information management; stakeholder management; benefits management; requirements management; solutions development; P3 assurance (quality); reviews (quality).

Developing Human Capabilities and Leadership Skills in PM: This module exposes you to the theories that have created advances in the fields of organizational behavior (OB), human resource management (HRM), and leadership. Topics include: communication; conflict management; delegation; influencing; leadership; negotiation; teamwork; communities of practise; competence; ethics framework; learning and development; HRM.

Agile Project Management: Based on the proven fundamentals within the dynamic systems development method (DSDM) Atern, this module teaches you the Agile Project Management methodology. Agile aims to address the needs of those working in organizations requiring standards, rigor, and visibility around project management, while at the same time enabling flexibility, fast delivery, and personnel empowerment.

Step 3 – MSc Project Management

Research Methods: You will identify your own research topic with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the different management research philosophies and approaches. It also explores the application of various management research methods and considers the organization and management of research and ethical issues.

Dissertation: You will have the opportunity to undertake an in-depth study of an issue or problem which is:

(a) of particular interest to you and

(b) is related to the overall aims and

objectives of your project management course, with the potential to publish your findings.

English Language Requirements

Applicants who do not have English as their first language will be required to demonstrate an approved level of proficiency in the use of the English language. The agreed minimum requirements for this course are:

• IELTS minimum 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in reading, listening, and speaking

• TOEFL IBT 92 with a minimum of 22 in writing and a minimum of 19 in reading, listening, and speaking

• Duolingo English Language Test - 110 overall with a minimum 90 in each component

• or equivalent

Qualifications are checked before enrolment, and international students must bring their original certificates or certified copies when coming to study at the University.