Programme Structure
MSc in Programme and Project Management (Registration no. 251907)
You are required to take eight modules [six core modules + two elective modules], complete eight post-module assignments and execute a major individual research project.
Modules#
Each module consists of nominally 40 hours of directed tuition and is conducted on block basis. On completion of a module, there is one written post-module assignment.
| Core & Specialist Course Modules | Elective Modules* |
| Project Planning, Management & Control | Project Management in Practice: Applications and Implementation |
| Managing the Multi-Project/Programme Environment ^ | Collaborative Project Working |
| Programme and Project Strategy | Organisations, People & Performance |
| Management of Change | Leadership |
| Project Financial Management | International Business Development |
| Study, Professional and Analytical Skills | Service Design and Delivery |
| Technology Management |
* Some of the elective modules may not be offered in a given year depending on factors such as enrollment and scheduling. The modules available for AY2023/24 will be shown in the Schedule which will be attached with the offer letter.
^ Prerequisite module - Project Planning, Management & Control
Delivery Mode |
Time |
Platform / Venue |
Online |
Weekend Sessions: 12:30 pm - 9:45 pm Weekday Sessions: 7:00 pm - 10:15 pm |
Microsoft Teams |
Face-to-face |
Weekend Sessions: 9:00 am - 6:30 pm Weekday Sessions: 7:00 pm - 10:15 pm |
WMG School for Professional Development, 30 Shing Tai Road, Chai Wan, Hong Kong (Heng Fa Chuen MTR Station) |
Notes:
1.
WMG School reserves the right to make changes to module schedule and / or cancel a module in the light of availability of teaching fellows and / or actual enrolment number.
2. In the light of the development of the COVID-19 pandemic, students should assume that modules will be taught on-line in the academic year 2023/24. If the conditions allow we will move to a blended teaching and learning approach combining face-to-face and online delivery during the year.
Project
Students will undertake a major individual research project, which is worth 33% of the MSc credits and the final grade. It can be related to a number of different industrial sectors and can address many different aspects of programme or project management. The project will be supervised by experienced and well qualified supervisors locally in Hong Kong. It should be submitted in the form of a dissertation (approximately 20,000 words).
Award Requirements
- Successfully attend and complete eight modules [6 core modules + 2 elective modules];
- Pass the Project with at least 50% on the dissertation; and
- Fulfill the credit requirements for the award.
Assessment
- Modules: All the eight modules are assessed by post-module assignment. Some modules will also include an in-module individual or group assessment. No written examination.
- Project: An individual research project, worth 33% of the final grade, is to be submitted in the form of a dissertation (approximately 20,000 words).
Modes of study
- One-year Full-time
- Part-time
It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.
