Executive Master in Project Management

Program Overview

The Rome Business School's Executive Master in Project Management trains efficient project managers, providing tools for globally recognized certifications. The program equips students with foundational general management knowledge, specialized project management skills, and a focus on innovative and responsible leadership. The program boasts an average salary increase of +21% within a year of graduation and includes an immersive international bootcamp experience.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Rome Business School's Executive Master in Project Management aims to train efficient project managers. The program provides tools to obtain globally recognized certifications like PMP® (Project Management Professional), CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management), and PSM (Professional Scrum Master), accredited by PMI®. The Executive Master first provides foundational general management knowledge, then specialized project management skills, including tools and techniques, agile methodologies, and benefit realization. A portion of the course includes mock exams for PMI® certifications. The school is a certified ATP training partner of the PMI Institute. The Master is taught entirely in Italian. Learning outcomes include understanding and supporting organizational strategies, planning and managing project scope, scheduling, budgeting, and resources, monitoring and controlling project progress, identifying and managing stakeholders, and leading project execution effectively using emotional intelligence. The program shapes professional paths through four pillars: a true link with companies, internationality (including bootcamps in various locations), professional impact (including career services), and a higher purpose (training responsible and innovative leaders). The program boasts an average salary increase of +21% within a year of graduation for its alumni, who have secured positions in companies like Leroy Merlin, Heineken, and Gi Group.

Outline:

The Executive Master in Project Management is structured around four main pillars, each representing a significant portion of the program:

• 10% Managerial Core: This initial module focuses on developing fundamental managerial skills.
Specific subjects include Managerial Economics, Entrepreneurship and Business Planning, Business Strategy, Accounting & Budgeting, Project & Operations Management, Marketing (Traditional and Digital), Human Resource Management, and Data Analytics for Managers.
• 35% Focusing and Specializing: This section delves into the core of project management.
It covers Introduction to Project Management (PM Culture, Project Life Cycle, Project Management in Organizations), Business Analysis (Business Analysis and Business Case, Requirements Management), Operational Foundations of Project Management (Planning, Project Portfolio Management, Execution and Financial Management of Projects, Monitoring and Control, Change Management During Project Implementation), Project Management Tools and Techniques (Exploring Complexity: Application of PM Tools and Techniques, Exploring Complexity: Risk Management, Use of Project Management Software I & II, Agile Methodologies: Kanban, SCRUM), International and Ethical Aspects of Project Management (Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, Participation in European Tenders and International Projects), and Interpersonal Skills for Project Managers (Personality Indicators, Leadership, Motivation, and Thinking Styles, Tools and Strategies for Individual and Team Development, Decision-Making Styles and Processes, Conflict Management, Building Ethical and Responsible Organizations).
• 10% Innovative and Responsible Leadership: This section focuses on developing leadership qualities.
• 10% Electives: Students can choose electives from seven main areas of interest: Next Gen Business (Innovation, AI, and Digital Growth), Global Business Excellence (Industry Business Excellence, International Business, Global Electives with RBS international partner Business Schools), and Introduction to preparation for professional certifications.
• 20% Capstone Project: Students tackle a real business challenge, either working in a small team to design a business plan or working on a company's real-world challenge.
Examples of past challenges include developing a business plan for an urban-tech mobility company and implementing project management methods for a "Smart Access" application. The program also includes a one-week intensive international bootcamp experience in various locations (Silicon Valley, Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Tuscany, Lagos, Doha, London, China, Dublin, Porto, and a Grand Tour of Italy). These bootcamps offer immersive business experiences and networking opportunities.

Teaching:

The Executive Master in Project Management is taught by international university professors, trainers, and business managers from various fields. The teaching approach focuses on practical know-how and skill transfer for professional development. The faculty includes individuals with extensive experience in project management, entrepreneurship, IT consulting, training, coaching, and various other relevant fields. Specific faculty members are listed with their backgrounds and expertise. The program utilizes a mix of theoretical instruction and practical application through workshops, simulations, and real-world case studies.

Careers:

The program prepares students for roles such as Project Manager, Event Planner, Project Coordinator, Project Assistant, Marketing Analyst, Assistant Construction Manager, Junior Business Analyst, Business Development, Risk Management, Project Supervisor, and Consultant Senior. The program's career services assist students in developing their professional profiles and connecting with companies.

Other:

The Rome Business School has a Corporate Advisory Board composed of 103 leaders, managers, and professionals who contribute to the continuous improvement of the program. The Career Services team offers support through Occupational Pathways (developing industry knowledge and contacts) and Entrepreneurial Pathways (developing entrepreneurial skills and launching businesses). The program includes six in-person meetings with successful Italian managers. The program is designed to develop managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals ready for digitalization, globalization, and positive societal impact.