University of Abertay Dundee

What you'll study

The course combines core business management content with project management-specific skills. On completion you will be able to evaluate and justify best-practice project theories, integrate management and leadership knowledge in local and international contexts, select appropriate tools for strategic problems, appraise complex business and financial risks, and synthesise information to support professional decision-making.

• Learning outcomes: Evaluate and justify best-practice theories, tools and techniques for successful projects; demonstrate critical integration of management and leadership knowledge; apply appropriate tools and techniques to meet strategic aims; critically appraise business and financial risks and recommend innovation and transformation; communicate synthesised information concisely to inform decisions.
• Module example: Sustainable Business covers the three pillars of sustainabilitysocial fairness, environmental protection and economic viabilityand asks students to consider strategic implications for organisations.

Entry requirements

The public course text does not list specific academic or professional entry criteria. The programme is presented for candidates who wish to study while working and offers multiple annual start dates; prospective applicants should consult the university admissions pages for exact academic, professional experience and English language requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared to take on leadership roles within project management teams. The skills taught are intended to be transferable across sectors, enabling progression into strategic or senior project management positions in a variety of industries.

Scholarships & funding angle

Fees vary by fee status and are published in a band between A37,500 and A37,900. The online delivery and multiple intake dates increase flexibility for funding and employer sponsorship; applicants should review the university fees and funding pages and discuss employer support options if relevant.