MSc Project Management at Robert Gordon University

The APM and PMI accredited Project Management degree at Robert Gordon University enables you to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge for all project management disciplines across the world. This course is suitable for those already in the profession or seeking to change direction as well as those at the start of their career. The course is designed to meet the growing industry demand for project management professionals across a range of sectors including engineering, healthcare and energy and is developed in conjunction with diverse industry practitioners and professional bodies.

Faculty: Aberdeen Business School  |  Duration: 16 months full-time; 12 months full-time; 24 months (includes 12 month placement) full-time; 32 months part-time; 2 years part-time; 16 months full-time (online learning); 1 year full-time (online learning); 32 months part-time (online learning); 2 years part-time (online learning)  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time; full-time (online learning); part-time (online learning)  |  Intake: January; September; January or September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will develop the technical, commercial and business knowledge, skills and competencies in key areas of project management including management of strategy, processes, project life cycle management, maturity models and project management software. Transferable skills in communication, team working and leadership will be established. The Capstone module is designed to provide you with an opportunity to integrate master's level knowledge and skills by independently working on a research focused project from a degree related discipline.

Career pathways

You will have the opportunity to take up membership with the APM and PMI during your studies which will provide excellent networking and career opportunities. Project Management is very flexible, with the project management process being able to be applied globally and cross sector.

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