Advanced Diploma and PgCert/Masters in Sustainable Project Management

Advanced Diploma and PgCert/Masters in Sustainable Project Management

This course is based on the innovative Work-Based Learning programme and is intended primarily for those who are working in or aspire to work in an organization with an environmentally sensitive approach to project management or a business that is an active player in the environment industry or eco-business. It focuses on underpinning knowledge and practical skills in sustainable project management. The course is integrated into key work objectives, targets and projects and can either be achieved as a stand-alone programme. The key project management skills that are required to achieve sustainability and to exploit the emerging "Eco-marketplace" include sustainable resource management, planning for sustainability, the law/compliance and environmental management for projects.

Course Structure

Students are provided with a modular approach to achieving skills and knowledge in areas relevant to their own industry or function of management. Subject matter includes

  • Project Management (for sustainable projects)
  • Planning for sustainability
  • Law and compliance issues
  • Sustainable Development (International and European)
  • Environmental Management (incorporating air pollution, environmental risk management, and other EM areas)
  • Options in project-work: conservation, country side management, arboriculture and recycling

    • Entry Requirements

    This unique course requires you to be in a suitable project management role for the Masters level, a good honours degree or Management qualification is required.

    Duration

    Usually 12 months for the Advanced Diploma and 12 months for the Masters but early achievement of work-based objectives will reduce this duration.

    Costs

    UK/EU Stidents: £ 500 per year for the Advanced Diploma and £ 800 for the PgCert/Masters International Students only: £ 1,600 per year but this must be combined with another major course.

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