Master of Project Management
(R/0414/7/0092)(01/28)(MQA/FA8923)
Course OverviewAPU-DMU Dual Degree Programme
Students who are under Masters Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.
To know more about APU-DMU Dual Scheme, please click HERE.
This programme is specifically designed to provide:
- Produce professional and dedicated Project Managers who should lead in the development and maintenance of projects based on International Standards. This programme aims to provide core skills to consultants, engineers, and executives from any industry, which includes knowledge and processes that are crucial for projects that deliver organisational values and benefits.
- The programme aims to develop skills in strategic thinking, leadership and best practices that enables more confident leaders in spear heading business initiatives and projects. In addition to meeting the needs of aspiring candidates or professionals, the programme will strengthen and develop existing project management professional’s expertise.
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MORE THAN JUST A PROJECT MANAGEMENT MASTER PROGRAMME
APU Master of Project Management is accredited by GAC-PMI (Global Accreditation Centre – PMI).
There are only 17 institutions in Asia with GAC-PMI Accreditation at Masters Level.
For details please click here https://www.pmi.org/global-accreditation-center/directory/asia-pacific-university
You have the exciting opportunity of enrolling for the APU-CMI Dual Accreditation by registering for a qualification through APU. Students under Master of Project Management will have the option to also opt-in for a CMI L7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice which will be awarded subject to moderation by CMI.
Full Time:
1+ years
Part Time:
2.5-3 years
RM 38, 800.00
Total: Malaysian - RM 34,800 | International - RM 38,800
Full-time
• 20 Jan 2025
• 12 May 2025
• 25 Aug 2025
• 15 Dec 2025
Part-time
• 25 Oct 2024
• 10 Jan 2025
• 11 Apr 2025
• 13 Jun 2025
• 15 Aug 2025
• 31 Oct 2025
Asia Pacific University, Malaysia
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS |
• Bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate. • Bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment. • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment. • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses. |
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | • IELTS 6.0 |
Students who are unable to obtain the required level of English Competency during the maximum 12 months’ period, will not be allowed to pursue their studies in the main programme and will have to return to their home country.
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
his programme comprises of 12 coursework modules (including Research Methodology module) and a project. There are 10 compulsory Core Modules and you will have to choose 2 electives from those listed.
(For non-business students: Duration: 1 month (Full-time) / 2 months (Part-time))
- Managing People
- Understanding Customers
- Managerial Finance
- Business Environment & Strategic Planning
- Project Quality Management
- Project Development and Scope Management
- Project Planning and Scheduling
- Research Methodology
- Principle and Practices of Project Management
- Project Cost Estimation and Budgeting
- Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Project Procurement Contract Management
- Project HR and Leadership
- Project Risk Management
- Project
- Strategic Planning and Systems Development
- Quantitative Methods for Decision Making
OR
- Managing Creativity and Innovation
- Managing Organisations
OR
- Digital Execution
- Digital Project Management
* Elective modules may be pre-selected for students at the beginning of the semester. If students wish to change these pre-selected elective modules, they can choose from the available modules offered in the semester OR among the intensive delivery modules - however such changes may prolong the study duration.
- Develop masters-level knowledge and skills in Project Management in context of employer-driven needs, emerging markets, and contemporary subject areas within the discipline.
- Extend knowledge and understanding of, and practical skills in, a range of advanced Project Management topics.
- Develop academic and discipline-specific rigour through applied scholarship.
- Build or strengthen domain-specific understanding and transferrable skills thus equipping graduates for a career in industry or academia.
- Focus on depth of study, critical awareness and evaluation in selected areas of current research and advanced scholarship within the academic discipline of Project Management.
- Develop and strengthen critical analysis, independent scholarship, and intellectual empowerment through a structured research-informed programme of studies in Project Management and through research-informed teaching.
- Use the rigour of academic knowledge development and training to develop applied practical skills for construction of computer systems in real-world contexts.
- Provide a balanced programme of study, comprising Project Management theory with the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience.
- Develop scholarly and professional skills within the professional, legal and ethical frameworks which govern the development of computing solutions.
- To equip you, through independent learning at a postgraduate level, for further academic study, lifelong learning, and for personal & professional development.
- Develop effective communication skills of value to academic, technical and professional environments.
This programme is designed to produce professional and dedicated Project Managers who should lead in the development and maintenance of projects based on International Standards.
- Director of Project Management
- Project Engineer
- Project Leader
- IT Project Manager
- Site Manager
- Team Leader
- Project Manager
- Senior Project Manager
- Business Project Manager
- Technical Project Manager
- PMO Manager
- Project Coordinator
- Development Manager
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