What our students say

MSc/PgCert Project Management Practice

'This course has helped me progress at work by understanding different levels of leadership and management. It has also helped me understand the importance of monitoring and also issues around performance and how this is measured. It's helped me understand how to plan for the journey in planning a project etc. My work is now structured and more organised due to this.' Obstetrics/Midwifery manager, NHS

'My capacity in managing projects has been enhanced in terms of developing and producing project proposals, and in implementing them. My performance has improved –which was commented on by my boss and my colleagues.  Project manager, overseas development sector

'I applied for the course to obtain the necessary training to become a better project manager and to demonstrate to my employer new approaches to project work in the organisation. I found that the course brings together theories and research and, with the help of the group, allows debate and understanding. I am now more confident and am introducing elements of my learning into the workplace, that is, conflict resolution and better stakeholder management. I have been able to challenge accepted practice and suggest new ways of working.' Project manager, housing association

'The course is very good and I do believe it will benefit me in the future. Very useful and very interesting – I am always learning new things. The sessions are all about solutions – a practical approach, not all about theory, and this interests me more.' Junior manager, Royal Mail

'I now feel I have a much better understanding of the skills of PM. In my daily work I am building in project monitoring, use of the critical path, and most importantly, using a proper project plan.  The course has given me a much clearer understanding of the whole project cycle.'  Manager, railway infrastructure industry

'The fact that the course is work-based is very important – it means I am able to apply theory and practice to my own work situation. I also gain new perspectives from the other students because of the wide range of different industries which are involved. Meeting and interacting with people from very different working backgrounds gives me new perspectives and adds to the learning experience.' Manager, overseas aid sector

'I chose the course to improve my knowledge and understanding of project management and to improve my performance at work. I am using the learning from the course in project proposals and the preparation of project plans, and have been able to move on to dealing with funding bids and grant applications. I am also working with risk management and stakeholder management and I have found that the course has been extremely helpful in this. Due to the group sessions my presentation skills have improved – and I am much less apprehensive. The course tutors have been excellent, the teaching is comprehensive and the assignments are demanding but incisive.' Higher education project manager

'Generally, enjoyed the course and definitely feel that I can start introducing parts into current work. I am positive about future projects. Sound basis of the fundamentals of project management. This course complements previous courses I've done and also my professional practice. A very good foundation course.'  Project manager, IT sector

'The module was taught in a very understanding manner.  Everything was communicated well. The tutor was very approachable and made me feel that I can easily implement everything that I have learned. The use of real-world examples and past experience as a teaching tool was excellent. Information was related in a holistic context.' Healthcare manager

'I really liked the group interaction. I enjoyed the open discussion and the tutor's very high level of knowledge – liked the delivery style. The whole teaching team are friendly and approachable and promote a high level of interaction during classes.' Civil engineering consultant

'The most useful part of the programme has been the human element, meeting colleagues from a range of different industries. Although our environments are very different, the tools and techniques we have learned are applicable to all.'  Project manager, finance and insurance sector

'In addition to the learning I got from the whole course and the assignments comes the understanding of the processes used in management, leadership and project management. As an engineer I am used to dealing in facts and figures and I have struggled with some of the more subjective elements. However I have now realised the benefit from valuing these approaches and I will definitely pass this learning on to my colleagues at work.'  Control systems engineering manager, power industry