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University of Bradford: Project Planning and Management

Institution University of Bradford View institution profile
Department School of Social Sciences
Web www.bradford.ac.uk/postgraduate
Email admissionsmls@bradford.ac.uk
Telephone 01274 236088
Study type Taught

Summary

This course builds knowledge and skills in the planning and management of development projects and programmes. It is designed to deepen critical understanding of the strategies, processes, techniques and issues involved in taking ideas for development and turning them into practical realities with identifiable outcomes and benefits.

The degree provides an excellent basis for career enhancement or conversion for those with interest and experience in projects for development. The focus of the course is on development projects in the public or third (voluntary or community) sectors, but the underlying principles are applicable to all types of project, including those for commercial benefit.

On completion of your course, you will be able to understand and examine critically:

The discipline of project and programme management, within an overall appreciation of the nature and purpose of projects The principles and practice of project planning, design, preparation, and appraisal techniques for projects in a development context The theory and practice of management skills for project and programme management, focusing particularly on 'hard' and 'soft' skills for successful project implementation

Rankings

Politics at Bradford is ranked 45th in the UK in The Complete University Guide University Subject Tables 2019 for its undergraduate courses. These rankings also place Bradford in the top 20 in the UK for graduate prospects.

Our postgraduate politics courses were ranked 2nd in the UK for employability in the 2018 Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES).

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Bradford University

Established over 50 years ago, the University of Bradford stands as a beacon of academic excellence and innovative research. Offering a unique blend of traditional and cutting-edge education, we continue to grow our postgraduate reputation, course provision, and research impact. 

With over 200 postgraduate options including taught programmes, research opportunities and CPD modules, our academic offerings span a wide range of disciplines, with a special focus on courses that integrate practical experience and theoretical knowledge. From Engineering and Health Sciences to Management, Social Sciences and Life Sciences, our programmes are designed to equip students with skills that meet …

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