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PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

Graduates of the Master of Science in Project Management will be able to:

  1. Effectively lead and manage complex, sometimes inter-related projects while avoiding common project management pitfalls.
  2. Build Broad and Inclusive Knowledge – Manage project scope, risk, quality, and performance metrics while communicating effectively with all project stakeholders.
  3. Understand the need for ethics and social responsibility in the practice of project management.
  4. Develop the critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills necessary to lead projects in a complex and dynamic project environment.
  5. Understand the essential aspects of business intelligence and Big Data.
  6. Master the management of risks for the success of a project or business.
  7. Develop skills in the application of national and international industrial safety regulations.
  8. Promote the ability to design preventive and corrective solutions to workplace incidents.
  9. Develop risk and crisis management skills for implementing accident mitigation strategies.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Master of Science in Project Management program is meticulously designed to equip technically trained individuals with the necessary experience and leadership skills to excel in overseeing major civil and environmental engineering projects. Our mission is to foster the development of professionals who possess the competency not only to manage projects and programs effectively, but also to establish and implement sound project management systems and policies within organizations. Throughout the program, students will acquire the essential knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of project management in a rapidly changing global business landscape. By emphasizing contemporary techniques and the use of virtual teams, students will gain proficiency in orchestrating projects within fast-paced and dynamic environments.

The program offers comprehensive training that goes beyond the technical aspects of the field. Students will develop vital management and leadership skills, improve their communication skills and gain experience in conflict resolution. By fostering these competencies, graduates will be well prepared to face multifaceted challenges, lead diverse teams, and drive successful project outcomes.

The Master of Science in Project Management program is designed to empower individuals with technical prowess and holistic project management skills. By imparting contemporary knowledge, fostering leadership qualities, and promoting effective communication, the program equips students to thrive as competent project managers in complex, real-world scenarios.

The Master of Science in Project Management program offers specialized tracks in three key areas:
  • Risk Management: Students who choose this specialization will delve into the field of risk management as a critical business discipline. You will gain the experience to anticipate, assess and address the potential consequences of strategic actions within an organization. With a focus on financial literacy, risk managers possess the necessary skills and experience to identify and assess risk factors. They can then implement strategic plans to prevent or mitigate losses, safeguarding an organization's assets, revenue, employees, reputation, and shareholders.

  • Business Intelligence and Big Data: This specialization provides students with the training, techniques, and tools necessary for data mining and analysis. Participants will become proficient users of business intelligence and big data technologies, enabling them to take advantage of these advanced resources effectively. They will gain in-depth knowledge of the latest techniques and formulas to drive digital transformation within companies. By developing strategies and methodologies aligned with organizational goals, graduates will be equipped to achieve operational efficiency and effectiveness in a digitized business environment

  • Industrial Safety Expert: With this specialization, students will acquire the skills to prepare technical analysis and evaluations of accidents in industrial environments, developing the necessary skills to act as experts in safety and regulatory compliance. They will learn to use advanced tools and methodologies that will allow them to carry out exhaustive investigations of workplace accidents, with a focus on identifying causes, responsibilities and, above all, on formulating preventive and corrective solutions that improve safety conditions in the industrial environment.

PROGRAM BREAKDOWN

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
Core Courses
MAN510 Foundations of Project Management 3
MAN520 Project Planning & Scheduling 3
MAN530 Project Estimation & Cost Management 3
LED540 Project Leadership Team and Stakeholder Management 3
MAN550 Managing Project Knowledge 3
MAN560 E-Tools for Project Management 3
MAN570 Project Procurement Management 3
MAN580 Project Quality and Quantitative Methods 3