Technology Project Management - MSc/PgD/PgC
Course Overview
Technological innovations are typically managed through the medium of a project. This programme enables a student to explore issues from conception of a technology via its implementation to eventual adoption.
Course Content
The programme has nine core modules:
Four foundational 10 credit modules:
Technology Adoption
Technology Project Management
Technology Legal Issues
Team Software Development Project
Four specialist 20 credit modules:
Business Analysis
End User Computing Risk Management
Project Management Theory and Practice
Project Management Case Studies
In addition, one 20 credit module, 'Research Methods for Technology Projects', is undertaken in preparation for the self-managed element.
120 credits from these may result in the award of PgD; 60 credits from these may result in the award of PgC. The MSc requires all nine modules and completion of a 40 credit dissertation
Career Potential
The blend of more generic project management competencies with specific technological awareness will provide a solid foundation for a future career as a manager of technological projects.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have one of the following:
A Honours degree at least 2:2 or its equivalent in a relevant area e.g. Information Systems or Business Studies
Five years relevant work experience
Applicants from other backgrounds will be considered on an individual basis
Key Facts
Campus: Llandaff
School: Cardiff School of Management
Course Length:
MSc: minimum one year full-time or two years part-time
PgD: minimum two years part-time
PgC: minimum one year part-time
Assessment:
Assessment is by coursework, including written assignments and presentations, and examination.
How to Apply:
Applications for this course should be made direct to the university. For further information please visit our How to Apply pages at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/howtoapply
Selection Procedure:
Selection for this course is through an application form and where necessary an interview.