• Gain skills with universal relevance that can be used to shape the strategic direction of companies
• Learn how to effectively plan, implement, control, monitor, and handover projects of various sizes and complexities in a highly competitive global marketplace
• Graduate from a programme designed around globally recognised standards and frameworks such as PMI, IPMA, APM and GPM, giving you a pathway to gain highly sought-after certifications in project management
• Receive fully integrated MS Project software training with 24/7 access to the software
• Earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.

OVERVIEW

The MSc Project Management programme will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully manage projects in a variety of industries and contexts. You will learn about all aspects of how to effectively plan, implement, control and monitor, and handover projects of various sizes and complexities in a highly competitive global marketplace.
You will gain essential skills in the management of stakeholders’ expectations, risk management and quality assurance on projects. The programme will teach you from both a practical and theoretical standpoint, how project management can be used as a tool to help grow business and achieve strategic objectives in an organisational setting.

The programme caters to the needs of experienced professionals as well as those who are at the beginning of their career in a project management-related role, through the acquisition of necessary skills and knowledge in a technology-embedded learning environment. It will serve as a pathway for you to achieve highly sought-after certifications in project management.

This is a practice-based degree with the objective of preparing you for the booming project management job market in China and beyond, though it can also serve as a base for further academic study.

Graduates of this programme, as with all XJTLU masters degrees, earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.

International Business School Suzhou (IBSS) is one of an elite group of institutions worldwide to be accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System）in 2016 and 2018 respectively. AACSB accreditation is a globally recognised standard for the highest quality in business education. Only five per cent of business schools worldwide have been awarded the accreditation. The EQUIS accreditation is a quality certification system for business schools set up by the EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development). It has become the most global authoritive and select business school certification body in the world with its comprehensive and rigorous review process. IBSS has become the youngest business school in the world to have received both EQUIS and AACSB accreditation. There are only less than 100 business schools that have received both AACSB and EQUIS accreditation. This is an important milestone in becoming a world class business school and highlights the strength and significant influence of IBSS at the international level.

WHY SHOULD I STUDY PROJECT MANAGEMENT AT XJTLU?

The MSc Project Management programme:

provides skills with universal relevance, skills you can utilize to shape the strategic direction of the company as an advisor to leaders across a large variety of industries worldwide
is designed around the globally recognised standards and frameworks such as PMI, IPMA, APM and GPM
serves as a path to professional certifications from PMI, IPMA, APM and GPM
offers fully integrated MS Project software training with 24/7 access to the software
has a balanced structure that ensures quality of education and provides cutting-edge industry relevant project management skills.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The MSc Project Management programme will equip you with:

Understanding of the role of project management and the project manager in the life of a project
Knowledge of the components, processes, tools and techniques in the project management discipline as well as the interactions between these elements
Knowledge of leadership and management concepts for effective management of projects undertaken locally or across international borders
Critical understanding of project management theory and applications
Skills in how to initiate, plan, execute, control, lead, evaluate and close projects to deliver an agreed scope within time, budget and quality constraints.
Skills in the application of a range of techniques to determine, document and refine project goals, performance requirements, deliverables, constraints and risks as well as using project schedules, resource budgeting and quality in the lifecycle of a project.

MODULES

Core modules
Fundamentals of Project Management
Project Risk Management
Strategic Business Analysis
Project Stakeholder Management
Project Leadership and Governance
Dissertation/consultancy capstone project

Elective modules
Strategic Purchasing Management
Strategic Organisational Design
Entrepreneurship and Business Creation
Social Commerce
and others.

Additional learning activities
The completion of additional learning activities is required to complete your masters degree. Normally, required ALA hours will be distributed evenly across each semester, amounting to 200 hours per semester. Part-time programmes will normally require 100 to 150 hours per semester.
Some mandatory additional learning activities are given below. Please check the programme specifications for a complete list of ALAs and related requirements.
Introduction to research methods I
Introduction to research methods II
Chinese stage I (for international students)
Chinese stage II (for international students)
Project management software training.

CAREERS

China is at the forefront of countries which require highly developed project management skills that contribute towards economic development and GDP growth. This means there is a continuous and strong demand for professionals with training in project management.

Suzhou, Shanghai and Wuxi are important hubs of business and economic activities and we expect to see a high demand for people with project management skills across various industries in these hubs and more widely across Asia and beyond.

Graduates may work in industries such as e-commerce, oil and gas, software, IT, construction, airlines, retail and manufacturing.

FEES

RMB 120,000 for the entire 18 month full-time programme.
University tuition fees cover the cost of your study with us.

Alumni discount
If you are a graduate of XJTLU, the University of Liverpool or Xi’an Jiaotong University, you will automatically receive a discount of 20 percent of the tuition fee.

Payment options
Masters students have the option to pay tuition fees in instalments each semester. You can also choose to pay the fees upfront at the time of registration, in this case a discount of five percent of the total fees will be offered.
You will be asked to indicate how you would like to pay the fees when you confirm your acceptance of the unconditional offer.

Year One entry

We welcome applications from high-quality candidates in all subjects with appropriate high school or equivalent qualifications. Students will normally be expected to have a high standing in their high school performance with a minimum B average in all subjects as well as relevant subjects.

Year Two entry

Students who have completed A-levels or International Baccalaureate (or equivalent) will be considered for entry into Year Two, different programmes have different subject-relevant requirements.

    A-level: BBB

    IB Diploma: 30 points

    AP Exams/ACT Tests/SAT II Subject Tests - High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above, plus:
        1. 3 AP exams: 4, 4, 4 or
        2. SAT I: 1280 or ACT: 27, and 2 AP exams: 4, 4 or
        3. 3 SAT II Subject Tests (taken prior to cancellation in 2021): 600, 600, 600

Notes:

1. BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production & BA Digital Media Arts: require a digital copy portfolio review and an interview with members of Departments of Architecture and Design & School of Film and TV Arts, which can be conducted in person or via the Internet.

2. BA International Business with a Language: normally international students study Chinese and Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students study Spanish or Japanese as the language option.

    For year 2 entry international students, students who are Chinese zero beginners will take an extra 5 credits Chinese language course.
    For year 2 entry Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students, students should be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of Spanish (DELE/SIELE A1) or Japanese (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test N5).

3. BA Translation and Interpreting: for international and HK/Macau/Taiwan students whose native language is not Chinese, an HSK level 6 or the pass of the aptitude test arrange by the Department of Translation and Interpreting is required.

4. Programme in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Design and Technology Science and so on require Mathematics and Physics.

5. Programme in Architecture, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Chemistry, Mathematics, Science and Digital Media Arts and so on require Mathematics.

You can also find more information on entry requirements on our Country/Region list.

English Language Requirements

For international applicants, if you are a non-native English speaker, or if you have not previously studied in English, you must have satisfactory English language skills to study at XJTLU. Various English qualifications are accepted:

Year One entry

    IELTS: 5.0 (min 4.5 in all sections)
    TOEFL: 62 (iBT)

Year Two entry

    IELTS 6.5 (min 5.5 in all sections)
    TOEFL: 90 (iBT) (min 21 in any skill)

English qualifications are not required for students from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan who take the Joint Examination or the GSAT.

Students who are entering into Year One with less than IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in their English proficiency will take 10 credits EAP, and students with IELTS 6.0 or above will take 5 credits EAP.

"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.

*1. Application Form

Please upload your finished application form here.

*2. Photocopy of Valid Ordinary Passport

With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included(Photocopy of valid passport identification page. Passport must be an ordinary passport and be valid for at least six months. Applicants currently residing in China must include a copy of the page containing a valid visa or residence permit.)

*3. Passport photo

A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant

*4. University degree certificate or enrolment statement (if you are a graduating student)

Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
Prospective diploma winners must submit official certificate from their current university.

*5. Original transcripts in undergraduate or graduate period and their notarized copies

Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.

6. Certificates of English language qualifications

Such as IELTS, TOEFL or other acceptable English qualifications (as required)

7. CV(optional, but recommended)

*8. Two letters of academic reference

As part of the admissions criteria we require two references. These should be academic references if you have been in degree level (full-time) education at any point within the last three years and must bear the official letterhead of your referee's workplace and his/her handwritten signature. Your referees should be someone who is able to comment on your academic abilities, and your motivation and suitability toward your chosen programme. If you have graduated more than three years, you may provide one employer reference in place of an academic reference. IMBA applicants are required to provide two employer references.

*9. Personal statement

The personal statement is your opportunity to convince admissions officers and academic staff why you should be made an offer to study. Your personal statement should be no more than 800 words in length.

10. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct

Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.

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