Software Project Management
Postgraduate
Distance
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
3 Years
The programme allows students to acquire extensive Software Project Management knowledge and skills, providing excellent opportunities for new career pathways. Suitable for: Students who come from a wide range of ICT-intensive backgrounds (such as Software Development, Information, Database, and Communication Management, Software Portfolio Administration, e-Technology Project Management). The programme aims to cater for both professionals with a degree in a range of disciplines and work experience (as employees, contractors, and consultants in ICT-intensive positions) as well as Computer Science graduates with focus so far on the technical aspects of software development.
About this course
In general, applicants are expected to hold a degree in an appropriate subject; however alternative qualifications, combined with experience, may also be considered as a means for entry.
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Course programme
Programme of Study
The following topics are covered:
- Fundamentals of Software Project Management
- Organisations and People
- Software Project Planning and Control
- Budgets and Financial Controls
- Commercial and Contractual Issues in the Software Sector
- Managing Software Technologies
- Group Project in Software Management
- Managing Project Teams
- Software Quality Assurance and Control
- Software Portfolio Management
- Individual Dissertation (please note: this is equivalent to 2 modules)
The flexible nature of the programme allows you to study towards one of three levels of qualifications:
- Certificate
- Diploma
- Master of Science
Each level acts as a pre-requiste for the next and takes one year to complete (i.e. Certificate = 1 year of study, Diploma = 2 years of study, MSc = 3 years of study).
Students who reach the end of a year of study have the option of graduating with the qualification reached or continuing into the next year of study to enhance their qualification to the next level.
Continuing Professional Development
Industry personnel may also take single modules as part of their CPD Programme.
Assessment
The modules are assessed by a combination of coursework and written examination. Coursework is submitted to the course tutor through the web-site and marks and comments will be sent back. Each module has a timetable which details when the coursework is due and when the exam is scheduled to take place. Arrangements for sitting examinations are made by individual students through local Universities, diplomatic premises or Brtish Council offices. Students local or near to Aberdeen can sit their exams on campus. Examinations are usually held on a Tuesday towards the end of January and the end of May. This day has been chosen to ensure maximum accessibility for examination venues across the world. Students sit the examination within their own timezone (e.g. 9am local time).
Dedication
Part-time by Distance Learning.
Software Project Management