MSc in Project Management

Online Programme
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Foreword
Professor Murray Dalziel
Director, University of Liverpool
Management School

A
s a management professional and prospec-
tive student looking to develop your knowl-
edge and skills as a leader, youve made a
great choice with the University of Liverpool Man-
agement School (ULMS). Our teaching mission at the
Management School is to prepare and develop leaders
who are committed to making a difference, both per-
sonally and professionally. Whats exciting about our
online programmes is that we use the latest industry
research, knowledge, and trends, and bring it to life in
an interactive online learning environment that is rel-
evant for todays leaders. With an online degree from
ULMS, you will be equipped to put your new knowl-
edge and global insights to immediate use in your ca-
reer so you can truly make a difference, wherever you
are in the world.
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Get ahead with an online MSc Contents

from the University of Liverpool Put your career in the fast lane 4

Learn with a globally-respected UK university 6

International reputation ranked in the top
A world-class research university 7
1% of universities worldwide, with an AACSB
A reputation you can rely on 8
accredited management school
The Liverpool online MSc in Project Management 9

Convenience fit your studies around your Programme Structure 11

other commitments. Accelerate your career Dissertation or consultancy project 11

without interrupting your current job Specialisation tracks 13

Maximum convenience, maximum results 14

Global perspective meet like-minded pro-
Achieve your career aspirations 15
fessionals from all over the world for a rich,
Invest in your future 16
multi-cultural experience
Join our global alumni network 18

Industry-relevant skills and knowledge de- Admission requirements 19

velop critical understanding and analytical Takethe firststeptoday 20

skills to respond to todays toughest business

challenges

Dedicated support benefit from close, per-

sonal support and feedback throughout your
studies, helping you stay motivated and
focused.
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On this MSc in Project

Management you will:
Put your career in the fast lane
Gain a recognised degree from an internation-
Top tier project management skills are in high demand in todays complex glob- ally respected university, and one of very few
management schools to be awarded AACSB
al economy. Whether you already work in project management and want to en-
accreditation
hance your skills and improve your prospects, or you are looking to move into
this field of expertise, the University of Liverpools online MSc in Project Man-
Acquire a set of skills that have direct and im-
agement offers an excellent blend of theory and knowledge coupled with industry mediate application across a range of business
insight and global perspectives. sectors

O
ffered fully online by the University of Liv-
erpool Management School (ULMS), this
programme allows you to study while you
work. You will engage with the latest project manage-
ment theories and practice, gaining the knowledge
and confidence to create, manage and deliver complex
projects on time and on budget. At the same time, you
will enhance your understanding of the soft skills
needed to succeed in a modern, international work-
place.
On graduation, you will be equipped with an impres-
sive range of practical skills applicable across a range
of sectors, from IT, construction, and oil & gas to
healthcare and financial services, where successful
project management can give you a significant com-
petitive advantage. You will be in an excellent position
to exploit a full range of pan-regional and multi-sector
opportunities in project management.
Develop insight into the needs of organisa-
tions operating in todays global multicultural
economy
Collaborate and share best practice with pro-
fessionals from around the world
Learn within a supportive online environment
and benefit from a support network that will
keep you motivated and on track to succeed

Be taught by internationally respected faculty

with a wide range of practical project manage-
ment experience across a number of sectors.
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This online degree

has made a real
difference to me,
putting me on
track for a project
management
career.
Stephanie Williamson
(MSc Project Management 2012)

Project Management &

Communications professional

From Austria, living in the United Kingdom

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Learn with a
globally-respected
UK university
Making the commitment to pursue University of Liverpool
any postgraduate degree programme Key facts
is a big decision. You have many choic-
In the top 1%
es to make which university to study
of universities worldwide*
with, the quality of the management
school, how you will learn, and what Member of the UKs
sort of experience you will have. Russell Group

A
t the University of Liverpool, we offer the One of Europes largest
very best choice for successful internation-
providers of
al professionals looking to collaborate and
share best practice with their peers from around the fully online degrees
world in the field of project management. Our online
MSc in Project Management will broaden your hori- Nine
zons, challenge your thinking, help develop your crit- Nobel Laureates
ical thinking and analytical abilities, and give you the
skills, knowledge and confidence to take a major step *As listed in the International Universities
Handbook, published 2012
forward in your career without taking time out from
your job to study.
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A world-class
research university
T
he University of Liverpool is a world-
class research university with a long
track record of academic excellence
and rigour. It is a member of the UKs prestig-
ious Russell Group and ranked within the top
1% of universities worldwide*. We have been
providing online postgraduate education since
2000, with more than 10,500 online students
currently studying with us around the world.
Over 5,000 students have already graduated
with an online degree, joining the Universi-
tys thriving international alumni network of
183,000 people in over 192 countries.
Global pioneers
We have been pioneers in research and educa-
tion since our founding in 1881, and are con-
sidered one of the great international centres
of research, knowledge and innovation. Our
pioneering reputation attracts students, facul-
ty, experts and partners from across the globe.
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Pioneers in research
and education since
1881
Through our research, teaching and collabo-
rations we seek to be life changing and world
shaping.
Leaders in online
Were also a European leader in fully online
5,000+
postgraduate degrees. Our partnership with
e-learning experts Laureate Online Education
enables us to support you every step of the way
throughout your studies. Its through this excit- online graduates
ing partnership that the University is a member
of the Laureate International Universities net-
work an international network of prestigious,
innovative institutions of higher education
with access to international experts and leaders
10,500+
through events such as the World Business Fo-
rum and the Clinton Global Initiative.
*As listed in the International Universities
Handbook, published 2012
online students
worldwide
MSc in Operations and Supply Chain Management
Professor Murray Dalziel
Director, ULMS
AACSB accreditation puts
ULMS in the top 5 per cent of
the worlds business schools. It
reflects the dedication of our
staff to helping our students
learn to make a different
to employers worldwide.
A reputation
you can rely on
Our online MSc in Project Management is
offered by the University of Liverpool Man-
agement School (ULMS), a globally recog-
nised centre for management and leader-
ship training, education and research. Our
mission is Learning to Make a Difference.
This is reflected in the foundations of our
research and teaching, which strive to make
a difference to the lives of individuals, busi-
nesses and communities.
Accredited at the highest level
ULMS is accredited for both its campus
and online programmes by the Association
to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
(AACSB), the oldest and most respect-
ed global accreditation body for business
schools. Less than 5% of the worlds busi-
ness schools are accredited by AACSB. In
achieving this distinction, we have made a
commitment to continuous improvement,
and to providing a curriculum that is both
responsive to the needs of business and de-
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livered in a high-quality teaching environ-
ment.
For more information, visit
www.aacsb.edu.
PMI Registered
Education Provider
The University of Liverpool has been
awarded Registered Education Provider
(REP) status from the Project Manage-
ment Institute (PMI) for its online MSc in
Project Management. PMI REP recogni-
tion is only bestowed on institutions that
provide the highest quality project manage-
ment training. They must also meet PMIs
rigorous criteria for programme content,
instructor qualification and instructional
design.
For more information, visit www.pmi.org.
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The Liverpool online

MSc in Project Management

World-class project management skills have never been more impor-

tant than today. And thats exactly what you will master on this global-
ly-oriented and industry-relevant specialist online programme. You will
study alongside like-minded professionals from around the globe, share
best practice, build your professional network and gain vital cultural and
business insights that will make a positive difference in how you act and
approach your work.

Apply global perspectives Real business insights

The programme allows you to study from wher-
ever you are, at any time of the day from your
first module all the way through to graduation.
Our easy-to-use learning platform and collab-
orative approach connects you with an inter-
national network of professionals from every
continent. Through this collaborative learning
approach, you will gain real insights into to-
days global business trends and industry best
practice that you can immediately apply in your
work.
With a curriculum designed with input from
industry and academic experts from the field of
project management, this programme blends
current theory and practice with new concepts
and the latest insights from business and in-
dustry. Youll gain leading edge knowledge and
understanding alongside practical skills and
understanding that can help boost your career
in project management.
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Make an immediate impact

You dont need to wait until you graduate for this pro-
gramme to start benefitting your career. The beauty of
our online programmes is that you can put your skills
and understanding to work as you progress, helping
you to take the next step up the career ladder while
you study. And to support you through this progres-
sion, you will create a Personal Development Portfolio
Im now more confident
(PDP) that runs throughout your programme, helping
you reflect on your own learning and record your ac- in handling my projects,
ademic journey.
with a better understanding of the
Tailored to your career challenges and the risks, and more
This programme offers you the flexibility to tailor your knowledge and skills in the different
studies according to your own interests and profes-
sional requirements. We offer three specialised indus- approaches to mitigating them.
try tracks, so you can match your programme to your
specific career aspirations. In the final phase of your
Whael Matti, President & CEO (Partner)
studies, you can also choose between a research dis-
for Delta Integra Group
sertation or a live consultancy project based on a real
issue in your organisation. From Iraq, living in the United Arab Emirates
MSc in Project Management
Programme
Structure
The programme includes six core mod-
ules and two elective modules. You can
choose from a pool of electives based
on your professional area of interest,
or, if you wish to opt for one of our
specialisation tracks, you will follow a
prescribed path of elective modules.
Core modules (mandatory)
1 Project & Portfolio Management in Organisations
2 Planning for Risk, Uncertainty and Complexity
3 Executing, Controlling and Closing Projects
4 Sustainable Programme & Portfolio Management
5 Leading and Managing Project Teams
6 Strategic Purchasing Management
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Elective modules (choose two) Dissertation or
consultancy project
g Total Quality Management
You complete the programme
g Strategic Operations Management
with either a dissertation or a
g consultancy project:
Enterprise Management Systems
g Modelling and Simulating Operations The dissertation is a 15,00020,000-word
piece of research. You choose an appropriate
o+g Economics of Oil, Gas and Energy research topic, critically select and apply ap-
propriate research methodology and data col-
o+g Managing Energy Sources lection methods to your chosen research topic,
and demonstrate a rigorous understanding of
c+i Project Management in Construction the theory and literature relevant to the issues
under investigation.
c+i Integrated Infrastructure Project Management
For your consultancy project you would work
it Managing Successful IS/IT Projects
on a specific project for an organisation typ-
ically your employer or another organisation
it Tools & Techniques for Successful IS/IT Projects
with which you are familiar. The aim is to en-
able you to undertake a guided process of sys-
g
General elective modules tematic practitioner inquiry within the project
o+g Oil and Gas specialisation modules management domain. The output will be a
c+i Construction and Infrastructure specialisation modules 15,000 20,000-word report.
it Information Technology specialisation modules
visit www.university-liverpool-online.com/MPM
for module details
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I could study at my
own pace - at home,
in the office, or on
business trips.
I am very proud of
my achievement and
the impact it will
have on my career.
Joseph Salameh
(MSc Project Management, Construction
& Infrastructure 2013), online graduate

Project Manager

From Lebanon, living in the

United Arab Emirates
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Specialisation tracks
If you are looking to forge a project management
career in a particular industry, this programme
also offers three specialist tracks, depending on
your experience or area of interest:

Oil & Gas

If you are looking to enhance your career opportunities in the oil
and gas industry, this track is for you. The two elective modules
Economics of Oil, Gas and Energy; and Managing Energy Sources
focus on the knowledge and principles of project management in
the international energy sector.

Construction and Infrastructure

This track focuses on construction and infrastructure projects. The
two elective modules are Project Management in Construction and
Integrated Infrastructure Project Management, providing a thor-
ough grounding in the specifics of project management within these
industries.

Information Technology
This track provides you with the knowledge and tools to develop
specialist skills in project management for the IT sector. The two
elective modules are Managing Successful IS/IT Projects and Tools
& Techniques for Successful IS/IT Projects, enabling you to develop
a sound knowledge and understanding of IT project management.
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Maximum convenience, Your online experience

maximum results L A U R E A T E

As a fully online programme, our MSc in Project Management LEARN. EVOLVE. NETWORK. SOCIALIZE.

conveniently fits around your existing personal and profes-

Your studies will be based around
sional commitments. It means that wherever in the world you the Laureate LENS learning plat-
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work, class discussions
and group projects take place on-
line, which means the classroom is
always open. As long as you have
internet access, you choose when in
the day you study and where.
Continuous support
You can interact and collaborate
with your faculty instructors and
fellow students all over the world at
any time of the day. And if you run
into any IT problems, our technical
support team is on hand 24/7 to
help you out.
the moment you contact us right
through to your graduation, you will
enjoy continuos support, including
a personal Enrolment Advisor and
Student Support Manager. You will
receive regular feedback on your
progress from our international
faculty instructors throughout each
module and when you work on your
dissertation. Additional self-study
and taught skills modules are also
available to support your academic
and professional development.
support in one easy-to-use dash-
board, making it easier for you to
stay motivated and focused on your
studies.
Laureate LENS also enables you
to network with your fellow online
students around the globe. You can
engage, learn and share with your
peers and with the faculty, not only
on your course, but across the entire
online university community giv-
ing you the chance to make valuable
connections across a range of pro-
fessions and industries.
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What our online management graduates say:

76% 87% 90%

perceived a career improvement felt that their degree would recommend the
as a result of their education with prepared them for University of Liverpool to a
the University of Liverpool.* their career.* friend, family or colleague.*

*Results gathered by the University of Liverpool in 2012 from online alumni who responded to our survey.

Achieve your career aspirations

O
ur online MSc in Project Management and
specialisation track options, are designed
for business professionals looking to forge
successful careers in the field of project management.
Its a unique opportunity to combine rigorous aca-
demic study with practical experience in an exhila-
rating international environment of collaboration and
leadership.
Studying with us gives you a solid foundation on Not only will you study the latest project management
which to accelerate your career, achieve your aspira- techniques and concepts, develop new skills and un-
tions, handle the toughest business challenges and derstanding, and learn how to apply them to real life
boost your earnings potential. situations, you will develop an extensive global net-
work of fellow industry professionals with similar pro-
ject management expertise.
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Our online MSc in Project Management students:

39
average age
5+
years
85%
work full-time

relevant work experience

Invest in your future

Did you know that

O
ur students are employed by organisations
of all sizes from around the world, and most
have at least five years front-line business
experience. Many of the professionals studying this
programme are already working in project manage-
ment field, while others are professionals from other
disciplines looking to improve their skills or move into
a project management role. The key thing they have in
common is a commitment to investing in their futures.
Our online postgraduate degrees are tough. They will
stretch you beyond your comfort zone. But you will
come away with an unrivalled armoury of skills and
knowledge that you can apply directly to your own
96% of online management grad-
uates said their University
of Liverpool education provided them with a
organisation, delivering tangible results for both your strong return on investment in their career.**
career and your employer.
**Results gathered by the University of Liverpool in 2013
from online graduates who responded to our survey.
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This programme
has made a real
impact in my
career.
It has been a platform
to take it further - I have
been able to specialise
in project management,
as well as broaden my
general management skills.
Casper Raft
(MSc Project Management 2013)

Programme Manager

From Denmark
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Join our global

alumni network
On graduation, you become part
of the University of Liverpools
183,000-strong international alum-
ni network. The Universitys alumni
programme will continue to support Alumni Benefits
you throughout your career, offering a
range of benefits and services to help Professional
you achieve your career aspirations. development courses
Exclusive
Wherever you are in the world, the benefits of an on-
discounts
line postgraduate degree with the University of Liv-
erpool Management School will stay with you, both International
professionally and personally, long after graduation. events and lectures
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Admission requirements
The ULMS online MSc in Project Management is aimed at professionals and graduates looking to further their careers in this
field and gain knowledge they can apply immediately in their work. We welcome applications from people all over the world,
at any time of the year.

T
he programme is based on the demands of
todays fast-moving business world. We ex-
pect our students to be able to demonstrate
real business skills, experience and knowledge that
will enrich their studies and help them gain maximum
benefit from our online masters programme.
How to apply
Its our aim to make the application process as smooth
and straightforward as possible. The first step is to get
in touch with one our dedicated Enrolment Advisors.
They will advise and guide you through the application
process, help you prepare the information we need,
and explain your options to you.
Entry requirements
When you apply, we will consider both your educa-
tional qualifications and your work experience. In gen-
eral, you will be expected to have a bachelors degree
from an accredited college or university, or a degree
from a recognised institution comparable or equiva-
lent to a British honours degree.
If you do not directly meet the educational require-
ments, you will be evaluated on an individual basis,
taking into account any vocational and professional
qualifications and working experience.
English proficiency
All of our online programmes are taught in English. So
if English is not your mother tongue, you will need to
demonstrate English proficiency comparable to IELTS
6.5, TEEP 6.5, TOEFL 600, or GCSE C.
After that, you will need to:
1. Submit an online application form
2. Provide the required documents (for example, iden-
tification and certificates)
3. Pay an application fee
Your application will then be passed to the Admissions
Team, and provided it meets the entry requirements,
we will assess your application.
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Takethe firststeptoday
To contact an Enrolment Advisor, find out more about the online MSc in P
roject Management, or Contact:
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