Master of Science (MSc) International Project Management

Course information

The MSc International Project Management is designed to help you develop into a proficient project manager, capable business leader, and effective problem solver. The course’s objective is to help you assess the significance of projects to enterprises, understand the difficulties associated with managing them, create comprehensive plans, and utilize a variety of advanced and specialized project management skills and techniques to deliver successful outcomes. Our aim is to equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to take on the challenges of the global business environment with confidence and competence.

On successful completion of the course, you will:

• Have developed an analytical understanding of project management in the context of a changed environment.
• Have learned to embrace personal development, a reflective style of management and a responsibility for their own learning.
• Have developed a range of skills and the ability to apply a variety of business and project management tools and techniques in real-world scenarios.
• Be able to adopt a forward-thinking and preemptive approach towards addressing organizational challenges, which demonstrates a comprehension of the influence of the constantly evolving global landscape and the framework in which international project managers function.
• Encourage students to demonstrate their capacity to enact the principles of change management and become effective change agents in international organisations.
• Be motivated to showcase your ability to implement change management principles and become a proficient agent of change in international organizations.

Course Details

The course has been devised as a twelve-month course when delivered full-time and a two-year course if studied part-time (to enable students to work alongside their studies). It follows a modular framework of 90 ECTS credits (180 CATS). The course is comprised of mandatory modules.

The course features an innovative and stimulating teaching and learning environment. Business simulations aiming to train professional project managers are integrated throughout the curriculum, enabling students to apply their aggregated learning from individual modules into a real business situation, develop solutions and evaluate performance.

Work-based learning approach is adopted across all the modules with the focus on student-led live projects. Students are encouraged to work in teams or individually with organisations on real business projects throughout their studies.

During your studies, you will explore different modules corresponding to various aspects of international project management such as:

You have two study mode options for the MSc International Project Management: full-time over 12 months or part-time over 24 months. Your courses are supplemented by several 4-day or 5-day international study trips or practical workshops per calendar year. The course is developed based on a modular framework of 180 CATS credits or 90 ECTS credits.

Full-time Study Mode:

You will have classes two days a week on campus in addition to typically 5 seminar weeks which include international travel or applied workshops.

In full-time study mode, the MSc International Project Management (RENT001CL) is delivered over three semesters as shown below:

Note: It is not possible to follow the full-time option “en alternance”.

Part-time study mode – Overview:

You will have classes one day a week on campus in addition to typically 5 seminar weeks which include international travel or applied workshops.

In part-time study mode, the MSc International Project Management (RENT001CLP) is delivered over five semesters as shown below:

Semester 1: Oct -Jan	Semester 2: Feb-May	Semester 3: Jun-Sep	Semester 4: Oct -Jan	Semester 5: Jun-Sep
RENM130CL Applied International Project Management (7.5 ECTS)	RENM132CL Advanced Project Management (7.5 ECTS)	RENM134CL People Management & Cross-Cultural Leadership (7.5 ECTS)	RENM133CL Project Simulation (7.5 ECTS)	RENM137CL Dissertation for International Project Management (30 ECTS)
RENM131CL Fundamentals of Marketing, Communications and Negotiation (7.5 ECTS)	RENM136CL Business and Management Research Methods (7.5 ECTS)	RENM129CL International Business Strategy and Portfolio Management (7.5 ECTS)	RENM135CL Managing Emergency, Risk and Safety (7.5 ECTS)

You will have classes one day a week on campus in addition to typically 5 seminar weeks which include While not compulsory, you may follow the part-time option through apprenticeship (Part-time Work Study Mode) or as a fee-paying student with or without an internship (minimum 22 weeks).

Part-time study mode – Apprentissage:

he MSc International Project Management can be studied part-time en ‘apprentissage’. In this mode, in addition to finishing with a Master of Science International Project Management, you also obtain a Titre RNCP Niveau 7 Manager opérationnel d’activités.

This type of contract is an option open to young people aged 16 to 29 on the day the work contract starts. Tuition fees are provided by the companies’ OPCOs. Research has demonstrated that students undertaking this route find jobs more easily and that the quality of jobs available for them is higher.

Students may switch from fee-paying Part-time to Part-time Work Study Mode in the second year of the Part-time study option. EU nationals can apply for ‘apprentissage’ contracts in the same way as EU nationals for any level of study in France.

For more information about eligibility for ‘apprentissage’ options for EU and non-EU nationals (in French): https://www.alternance-professionnelle.fr/apprentissage-etudiants-etrangers/

To be eligible to enter onto Master level courses students should possess a good honours undergraduate degree (minimum 2:2) or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Proficiency in English must be demonstrated and will be assessed during the induction phase of this course. Applicants must meet the minimum IELTS requirements of 6.5 (or equivalent English language test).

2023/24 Tuition Fees:

* Students taking the Part-time Study Option ‘apprentissage’ will not have to pay any fees.
** Travel and accommodation for short international study trips included in the fees.

Career prospects

Project managers are in high demand across various industries and organizations, as they play a critical role in ensuring the successful completion of projects on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders. Some of the common industries that employ project managers include construction, engineering, IT, healthcare, finance, marketing, and consulting. Additionally, project managers can work in various types of organizations, such as corporations, government agencies, non-profits, and startups. The demand for project managers is expected to continue to grow in the coming years, making it a promising career path for those interested in project management.

Postgraduates in international project management can pursue various job roles in different industries and sectors. Some of the common job roles that are open to postgraduates in international project management include:

1. Project Manager: overseeing projects from start to finish, including budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder management.
2. Program Manager: managing multiple related projects and ensuring they align with the overall program goals.
3. Project Coordinator: supporting project managers by performing administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, tracking progress, and managing documentation.
4. Business Analyst: working with stakeholders to identify business requirements and translate them into project deliverables.
5. Supply Chain Manager: managing the logistics and supply chain processes of a business, including procurement, production, and distribution.
6. International Development Manager: managing projects and programs in the development sector, such as humanitarian aid, education, and community development.