Project Planning and Management
Degrees Available
MSc Full-time
Suitable for International Students?
Yes
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | 2012/13:
(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Full-time | 12 months
September |
Course Introduction
This degree builds knowledge and skills in the planning and management of development projects and programmes. It is designed to deepen critical understanding of the strategies, processes, techniques and issues involved in taking ideas for development and turning them into practical realities with identifiable outcomes and benefits.
The degree provides an excellent basis for career enhancement or conversion for those with interest and experience in projects for development. The focus of the course is on development projects in the public or third (voluntary or community) sectors, but the underlying principles are applicable to all types of project, including those for commercial benefit.
On completion of your course, you should be able to understandand examine critically:
- The discipline of project and programme management, within an overall appreciation of the nature and purpose of projects
- The principles and practice of project planning, design, preparation, and appraisal techniques for projects in a development context
- The theory and practice of management skills for project and programme management, focusing particularly on 'hard' and 'soft' skills for successful project implementation
Course Syllabus
2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option
Semester 1 (60 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules and 1 x (O) Module):
- Project and Programme Management (20 Credits) (C)
- Project Planning, Design and Appraisal (20 Credits) (C)
- Economics for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Finance for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Issues in Development Theory (20 Credits) (O)
- Organisations and Capacity Enhancement (20 Credits) (O)
Semester 2 (60 Credits - 1 x (C) Module and 2 x (O) Modules):
- Project Management Skills (20 Credits) (C)
- Human Resource Management and Development (20 Credits) (O)
- International Economics (20 Credits) (O)
- Issues in Development Policy (20 Credits) (O)
- Project Appraisal and Economic Analysis (20 Credits) (O)
- Public Policy Analysis and Management (20 Credits) (O)
- Statistical Analysis for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Working in the Third Sector (20 Credits) (O)
End of Semester 2 onwards (60 Credits - 1 x (C) Module):
- Dissertation in Project Planning and Management (60 Credits) (C)
MSc Part-time
Suitable for International Students?
Not suitable for International Students
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | 2012/13:
(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Part-time | 2-5 years
September |
Course Introduction
This degree builds knowledge and skills in the planning and management of development projects and programmes. It is designed to deepen critical understanding of the strategies, processes, techniques and issues involved in taking ideas for development and turning them into practical realities with identifiable outcomes and benefits.
The degree provides an excellent basis for career enhancement or conversion for those with interest and experience in projects for development. The focus of the course is on development projects in the public or third (voluntary or community) sectors, but the underlying principles are applicable to all types of project, including those for commercial benefit.
On completion of your course, you should be able to understandand examine critically:
- The discipline of project and programme management, within an overall appreciation of the nature and purpose of projects
- The principles and practice of project planning, design, preparation, and appraisal techniques for projects in a development context
- The theory and practice of management skills for project and programme management, focusing particularly on 'hard' and 'soft' skills for successful project implementation
Course Syllabus
2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option
Stage 1 (60 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules and 1 x (O) Module):
- Project and Programme Management (20 Credits) (C)
- Project Planning, Design and Appraisal (20 Credits) (C)
- Economics for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Finance for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Issues in Development Theory (20 Credits) (O)
- Organisations and Capacity Enhancement (20 Credits) (O)
Stage 2 (60 Credits - 1 x (C) Module and 2 x (O) Modules):
- Project Management Skills (20 Credits) (C)
- Human Resource Management and Development (20 Credits) (O)
- International Economics (20 Credits) (O)
- Issues in Development Policy (20 Credits) (O)
- Project Appraisal and Economic Analysis (20 Credits) (O)
- Public Policy Analysis and Management (20 Credits) (O)
- Statistical Analysis for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Working in the Third Sector (20 Credits) (O)
Stage 3 (60 Credits - 1 x (C) Module):
- Dissertation in Project Planning and Management (60 Credits) (C)
PG Diploma Full-time
Suitable for International Students?
Not suitable for International Students
Course Introduction
This degree builds knowledge and skills in the planning and management of development projects and programmes. It is designed to deepen critical understanding of the strategies, processes, techniques and issues involved in taking ideas for development and turning them into practical realities with identifiable outcomes and benefits.
The degree provides an excellent basis for career enhancement or conversion for those with interest and experience in projects for development. The focus of the course is on development projects in the public or third (voluntary or community) sectors, but the underlying principles are applicable to all types of project, including those for commercial benefit.
On completion of your course, you should be able to understandand examine critically:
- The discipline of project and programme management, within an overall appreciation of the nature and purpose of projects
- The principles and practice of project planning, design, preparation, and appraisal techniques for projects in a development context
- The theory and practice of management skills for project and programme management, focusing particularly on 'hard' and 'soft' skills for successful project implementation
Course Syllabus
2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option
Semester 1 (60 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules and 1 x (O) Module):
- Project and Programme Management (20 Credits) (C)
- Project Planning, Design and Appraisal (20 Credits) (C)
- Economics for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Finance for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Issues in Development Theory (20 Credits) (O)
- Organisations and Capacity Enhancement (20 Credits) (O)
Semester 2 (60 Credits - 1 x (C) Module and 2 x (O) Modules):
- Project Management Skills (20 Credits) (C)
- Human Resource Management and Development (20 Credits) (O)
- International Economics (20 Credits) (O)
- Issues in Development Policy (20 Credits) (O)
- Project Appraisal and Economic Analysis (20 Credits) (O)
- Public Policy Analysis and Management (20 Credits) (O)
- Statistical Analysis for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Working in the Third Sector (20 Credits) (O)
PG Diploma Part-time
Suitable for International Students?
Not suitable for International Students
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG Diploma | 2012/13:
(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Part-time | 21 months
September |
Course Introduction
This degree builds knowledge and skills in the planning and management of development projects and programmes. It is designed to deepen critical understanding of the strategies, processes, techniques and issues involved in taking ideas for development and turning them into practical realities with identifiable outcomes and benefits.
The degree provides an excellent basis for career enhancement or conversion for those with interest and experience in projects for development. The focus of the course is on development projects in the public or third (voluntary or community) sectors, but the underlying principles are applicable to all types of project, including those for commercial benefit.
On completion of your course, you should be able to understandand examine critically:
- The discipline of project and programme management, within an overall appreciation of the nature and purpose of projects
- The principles and practice of project planning, design, preparation, and appraisal techniques for projects in a development context
- The theory and practice of management skills for project and programme management, focusing particularly on 'hard' and 'soft' skills for successful project implementation
Course Syllabus
2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option
Stage 1 (60 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules and 1 x (O) Module):
- Project and Programme Management (20 Credits) (C)
- Project Planning, Design and Appraisal (20 Credits) (C)
- Economics for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Finance for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Issues in Development Theory (20 Credits) (O)
- Organisations and Capacity Enhancement (20 Credits) (O)
Stage 2 (60 Credits - 1 x (C) Module and 2 x (O) Modules):
- Project Management Skills (20 Credits) (C)
- Human Resource Management and Development (20 Credits) (O)
- International Economics (20 Credits) (O)
- Issues in Development Policy (20 Credits) (O)
- Project Appraisal and Economic Analysis (20 Credits) (O)
- Public Policy Analysis and Management (20 Credits) (O)
- Statistical Analysis for Development (20 Credits) (O)
- Working in the Third Sector (20 Credits) (O)
PG Certificate Part-time
Suitable for International Students?
Not suitable for International Students
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG Certificate | For Postgraduate Certificate fees please contact hub-admin@bradford.ac.uk (A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Part-time | 21 months
September |
Course Introduction
This degree builds knowledge and skills in the planning and management of development projects and programmes. It is designed to deepen critical understanding of the strategies, processes, techniques and issues involved in taking ideas for development and turning them into practical realities with identifiable outcomes and benefits.
The degree provides an excellent basis for career enhancement or conversion for those with interest and experience in projects for development. The focus of the course is on development projects in the public or third (voluntary or community) sectors, but the underlying principles are applicable to all types of project, including those for commercial benefit.
On completion of your course, you should be able to understandand examine critically:
- The discipline of project and programme management, within an overall appreciation of the nature and purpose of projects
- The principles and practice of project planning, design, preparation, and appraisal techniques for projects in a development context
- The theory and practice of management skills for project and programme management, focusing particularly on 'hard' and 'soft' skills for successful project implementation
Course Syllabus
2011/12: All modules are Core (C):
Stage 1 (40 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules):
- Project and Programme Management (20 Credits) (C)
- Project Planning, Design and Appraisal (20 Credits) (C)
Stage 2 (20 Credits - 1 x (C) Module):
- Project Management Skills (20 Credits) (C)
Special Features
The course will introduce you to emerging techniques and approaches to project management such as PRINCE2TM. We also provide familiarisation with Microsoft Project software for project management.
Entry Requirements
A typical application would include a good Honours degree or equivalent. However the University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed consideration of each individual application.
Level of English Required
IELTS at 6.0 or the equivalent
[Full information on our General English Language Requirements]
Contact Details
- Email: course-enquiries@bradford.ac.uk
- Tel: 0800 073 1225
- Web: www.bradford.ac.uk/ssis
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Social and International Studies School Prospectus 2012 (PDF, 3.3MB)
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