MSc Project Management for Sustainability

Program Overview

The MSc Project Management for Sustainability program combines sustainability principles with project management practices, preparing graduates to lead sustainable projects with environmental awareness and practical skills. It offers an experiential learning structure, dual UK and US degrees, and optional PRINCE2® certifications, equipping students with sought-after skills in a growing field.

Program Outline

MSc Project Management for Sustainability Degree Programme

Degree Overview:

• Focus: Combines sustainability principles with project management practicalities.
• Goal: Prepares graduates to lead with environmental awareness and practical management skills.
• Opportunity: Gain an internationally recognized PRINCE2® Foundation and PRINCE2.7® Practitioner qualification.
• Why study?
• : Develop a strong understanding of how sustainability drives successful and responsible project management, gain the knowledge and tools to implement sustainable projects, and learn best practices in project management.
• Benefits: Equip yourself with sought-after skills in project management and sustainability, gain dual UK and US degrees, and become a leader in sustainability-focused project management.

Outline:

• Structure: Follows project stages, providing experiential learning from conception to completion.
• Modules:
• Fall Semester:
• Project Management introduction
• Sustainability
• Intelligent Systems
• Advanced English for Business Studies (optional)
• Spring Semester:
• Project Research Methods
• Leadership and Diversity
• Risk and Budgeting
• Summer Semester:
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication and Conflict Management
• Summer Semester (optional):
• Extended Professional Project
• Dissertation
• Optional Sport Pathways:
• RIASA London (soccer)
• Sport Ed Ex (rugby and cricket)

Assessment:

• Methods:
• Practical exercises
• Seminars
• Group projects
• Dissertation
• Extended Professional Project (optional)
• Criteria: Evaluates understanding of project management principles, sustainability, and their interconnectedness; critical thinking and problem-solving abilities; development of sustainable practices.

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Interactive lectures
• Case studies
• Group work
• Guest speakers from diverse industries
• Faculty: Experienced professionals with academic and industry backgrounds.
• Approaches:
• Experiential learning through project-based structure
• Real-world problem-solving
• Integration of theory and practice

Careers:

• Career Paths: Leadership roles in organizations implementing sustainable projects, sustainability consultant, project manager in various industries.
• Opportunities: Work across diverse sectors including healthcare, public sector, information technology, logistics, and NGOs.
• Outcomes: Graduates gain competitive edge with combined skills in project management and sustainability, leading to successful careers in a growing field.

Other:

• Internship Opportunities: Optional accredited internships in London or internationally.
• Scholarships: Available for both UK/EU and international students.
• Program Start: Fall and Spring semesters.
• Additional Information: For more details, visit the dedicated MSc Project Management for Sustainability webpage.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK – £11,280 EU, INT & US – £16,275