Project and Funds Management

Module Description

This module will take you through techniques to help you plan and implement successful projects in public organisational settings, starting from project initiation through to completion. You will learn the skills to manage projects and staff on time, on budget and to the desired quality.  

Additionally, you will also learn about EU funded projects, which will help prepare you for planning such projects, applying for funds, procurement, project management, monitoring, financial management and project administration. 

Entry Requirements

Candidates who apply for this course must possess the following: 

• a qualification at MQF Level 4 (one A-level or equivalent in any subject); 

 AND 

• a pass in English Language and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (O-level or equivalent).  

Peference will be given to prospective applicants having a year of work experience related to the study programme.     

Target Audience

This course is targeted at: 

• professionals within the public sector aspiring for professional and academic advancement in public management and governance;  
• mid-career break professionals looking for opportunities to return to or change their career; 
• other individuals who would find this programme suitable for their academic and professional path. 

Career Paths

The possible positions for which this programme aims to prepare you for include:   

• executive secretary  
• supervisor  
• manager 

How you’ll be assessed

This is a part-time programme and will typically take 15 months to complete. The programme comprises a total of 10 modules. The method of assessment is assignment-based.  

The course comprises:  

• 6 lectures per module; 
• 3-hour lectures (evening); 
• 12 hours of online content per module, comprising asynchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.