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Professional MBA in
Project Management
Build executive-level expertise in project management with a comprehensive 3‑6 month, self‑paced (60%) + expert‑led (40%) Professional MBA programme.
30 modules (8 units each) across 3 progressive circles, delivering 240+ credits of advanced knowledge in project planning, risk management, leadership, agile methodologies, strategic project management, and executive practice. Expert‑led support via WhatsApp. Includes professional development training documents.
🎯 Programme Outcome
Upon completion of the Professional MBA in Project Management, learners will be equipped to lead complex projects, manage cross-functional teams, and deliver strategic value across industries. Graduates will be prepared for executive roles in project management, programme management, portfolio management, project consultancy, and organisational leadership.
By the end of the programme, participants should be able to: Plan, organise and manage projects from initiation through closure; develop project scopes, schedules, budgets and implementation plans; identify, assess and manage project risks; lead project teams and manage stakeholders effectively; apply traditional, Agile and hybrid project management approaches; manage project procurement, contracts, resources and quality; monitor project performance and prepare professional reports; apply strategic and financial principles to project decisions; use digital tools and contemporary project management practices; and develop and present an integrated project management solution through the capstone.
Circle One — Foundations of Project Management
Modules 801–810Foundations of Project Management
- Unit 1 Introduction to Project Management
- Unit 2 History and Evolution of Project Management
- Unit 3 Key Concepts and Terminology
- Unit 4 The Role of the Project Manager
- Unit 5 Project Management Competencies
- Unit 6 Project Management Standards and Bodies of Knowledge
- Unit 7 Benefits and Value of Project Management
- Unit 8 Applied Project Management Foundations
Principles of Business Administration
- Unit 1 Foundations of Business Administration
- Unit 2 Management Functions and Principles
- Unit 3 Organisational Structures
- Unit 4 Managerial Decision-Making
- Unit 5 Business Strategy and Planning
- Unit 6 Performance Management
- Unit 7 Business Ethics and Governance
- Unit 8 Business Administration in Project Contexts
Project Management Frameworks and Methodologies
- Unit 1 Overview of Project Management Frameworks
- Unit 2 PMI Framework and PMBOK Guide
- Unit 3 PRINCE2 and Other Methodologies
- Unit 4 Agile Project Management
- Unit 5 Hybrid Approaches
- Unit 6 Selecting the Right Methodology
- Unit 7 Methodology Implementation and Governance
- Unit 8 Methodology Selection Project
Project Life Cycle and Project Environment
- Unit 1 The Project Life Cycle Overview
- Unit 2 Initiation and Concept Phase
- Unit 3 Planning and Design Phase
- Unit 4 Execution and Implementation Phase
- Unit 5 Monitoring and Control Phase
- Unit 6 Closure and Handover Phase
- Unit 7 Project Environment and Organisational Context
- Unit 8 Life Cycle Case Study
Project Planning and Scheduling
- Unit 1 Principles of Project Planning
- Unit 2 Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Unit 3 Activity Definition and Sequencing
- Unit 4 Estimating Activity Duration
- Unit 5 Scheduling Techniques — Gantt Charts, CPM, PERT
- Unit 6 Schedule Optimisation and Compression
- Unit 7 Schedule Baseline and Control
- Unit 8 Project Planning and Scheduling Project
Project Scope Management
- Unit 1 Introduction to Scope Management
- Unit 2 Collecting Requirements
- Unit 3 Defining Scope and Scope Statement
- Unit 4 Creating the Work Breakdown Structure
- Unit 5 Validating Scope and Deliverables
- Unit 6 Controlling Scope — Change Management
- Unit 7 Scope Creep and Prevention Strategies
- Unit 8 Scope Management Case Study
Project Time and Schedule Management
- Unit 1 Principles of Time Management
- Unit 2 Activity Duration Estimation
- Unit 3 Schedule Development
- Unit 4 Critical Path Method (CPM)
- Unit 5 Resource Levelling and Smoothing
- Unit 6 Schedule Compression Techniques
- Unit 7 Schedule Monitoring and Control
- Unit 8 Time Management Project
Project Cost and Budget Management
- Unit 1 Principles of Cost Management
- Unit 2 Estimating Project Costs
- Unit 3 Budget Determination and Allocation
- Unit 4 Cost Control and Monitoring
- Unit 5 Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Unit 6 Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Unit 7 Cost Forecasting and Variance Analysis
- Unit 8 Cost Management Case Study
Project Quality Management
- Unit 1 Introduction to Quality Management
- Unit 2 Quality Planning and Standards
- Unit 3 Quality Assurance in Projects
- Unit 4 Quality Control and Inspections
- Unit 5 Continuous Improvement — Kaizen, Six Sigma
- Unit 6 Quality Metrics and Measurement
- Unit 7 Quality Audits and Reviews
- Unit 8 Quality Management Project
Project Risk Management
- Unit 1 Principles of Risk Management
- Unit 2 Risk Identification Techniques
- Unit 3 Risk Assessment and Analysis — Qualitative
- Unit 4 Risk Assessment and Analysis — Quantitative
- Unit 5 Risk Response Planning — Avoid, Mitigate, Transfer, Accept
- Unit 6 Risk Monitoring and Control
- Unit 7 Risk Register and Documentation
- Unit 8 Risk Management Case Study
Circle Two — Advanced Project Management Practice
Modules 811–820Project Procurement and Contract Management
- Unit 1 Principles of Project Procurement
- Unit 2 Procurement Planning and Strategy
- Unit 3 Sourcing and Supplier Selection
- Unit 4 Types of Contracts
- Unit 5 Contract Negotiation and Administration
- Unit 6 Contract Performance and Compliance
- Unit 7 Dispute Resolution and Close-Out
- Unit 8 Procurement and Contract Management Project
Project Resource and Team Management
- Unit 1 Principles of Resource Management
- Unit 2 Resource Planning and Allocation
- Unit 3 Human Resource Management in Projects
- Unit 4 Team Formation and Development
- Unit 5 Managing Virtual and Distributed Teams
- Unit 6 Conflict Resolution in Project Teams
- Unit 7 Resource Optimisation and Constraints
- Unit 8 Resource and Team Management Project
Project Leadership and Management
- Unit 1 Leadership Theories and Styles
- Unit 2 Project Leadership Competencies
- Unit 3 Leading Project Teams
- Unit 4 Motivation and Engagement
- Unit 5 Delegation and Empowerment
- Unit 6 Influence and Negotiation
- Unit 7 Servant Leadership in Projects
- Unit 8 Leadership in Practice
Project Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Unit 1 Principles of Project Communication
- Unit 2 Communication Planning
- Unit 3 Stakeholder Identification and Analysis
- Unit 4 Stakeholder Engagement Strategies
- Unit 5 Communication Channels and Tools
- Unit 6 Managing Stakeholder Expectations
- Unit 7 Project Reporting and Documentation
- Unit 8 Communication and Stakeholder Project
Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Control
- Unit 1 Principles of Monitoring and Evaluation
- Unit 2 Monitoring and Control Systems
- Unit 3 Performance Measurement and KPIs
- Unit 4 Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Unit 5 Project Audits and Reviews
- Unit 6 Corrective and Preventive Actions
- Unit 7 Control Charts and Dashboards
- Unit 8 M&E Case Study
Project Performance Measurement and Reporting
- Unit 1 Performance Measurement Frameworks
- Unit 2 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Unit 3 Data Collection and Analysis
- Unit 4 Performance Dashboards
- Unit 5 Status Reports and Progress Reports
- Unit 6 Reporting to Sponsors and Steering Committees
- Unit 7 Lessons Learned Documentation
- Unit 8 Performance Reporting Project
Project Change Management
- Unit 1 Principles of Change Management
- Unit 2 Change Management Process and Frameworks
- Unit 3 Impact Assessment and Change Requests
- Unit 4 Change Control Boards
- Unit 5 Communication of Change
- Unit 6 Managing Resistance to Change
- Unit 7 Change Implementation and Monitoring
- Unit 8 Change Management Case Study
Project Governance, Compliance and Ethics
- Unit 1 Principles of Project Governance
- Unit 2 Governance Structures and Roles
- Unit 3 Compliance and Regulatory Requirements
- Unit 4 Project Ethics and Professional Conduct
- Unit 5 Fraud and Corruption Prevention
- Unit 6 Transparency and Accountability
- Unit 7 Governance Audit and Review
- Unit 8 Governance and Ethics Project
Agile Project Management
- Unit 1 Introduction to Agile Project Management
- Unit 2 Agile Principles and Values
- Unit 3 Scrum Framework — Roles, Events, Artifacts
- Unit 4 Kanban and Lean Approaches
- Unit 5 Agile Planning and Estimation
- Unit 6 Agile Monitoring and Reporting
- Unit 7 Scaling Agile — SAFe, LeSS, Scrum@Scale
- Unit 8 Agile Project Simulation
Digital Project Management and Collaboration Tools
- Unit 1 Digital Transformation in Project Management
- Unit 2 Project Management Software — MS Project, Jira, Asana, Trello
- Unit 3 Collaboration Tools — Slack, Teams, Zoom
- Unit 4 Document Management and Cloud Storage
- Unit 5 Data Analytics and AI in Project Management
- Unit 6 Virtual Team Management Tools
- Unit 7 Choosing the Right Digital Tools
- Unit 8 Digital Project Management Practical
Circle Three — Strategic and Executive Project Management
Modules 821–830Project Portfolio and Programme Management
- Unit 1 Introduction to Programme and Portfolio Management
- Unit 2 Portfolio Prioritisation and Selection
- Unit 3 Programme Governance and Management
- Unit 4 Benefits Realisation Management
- Unit 5 Resource Allocation Across Projects
- Unit 6 Portfolio Performance Monitoring
- Unit 7 Strategic Alignment of Projects
- Unit 8 Portfolio Management Case Study
Strategic Project Management
- Unit 1 Strategic Alignment of Projects
- Unit 2 Organisational Strategy and Project Selection
- Unit 3 Strategic Planning and Roadmaps
- Unit 4 Competitive Advantage Through Projects
- Unit 5 Strategic Risk and Opportunity Management
- Unit 6 Stakeholder Strategy and Influence
- Unit 7 Strategic Project Decision-Making
- Unit 8 Strategic Project Management Project
Project Finance and Investment Analysis
- Unit 1 Financial Principles for Project Managers
- Unit 2 Capital Budgeting and Investment Appraisal
- Unit 3 Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
- Unit 4 Payback Period and Discounted Cash Flow
- Unit 5 Financial Risk and Sensitivity Analysis
- Unit 6 Project Financing and Funding Sources
- Unit 7 Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Unit 8 Project Finance Case Study
Project Management in Organisations
- Unit 1 Project Management Maturity Models
- Unit 2 Organisational Culture and Project Success
- Unit 3 Project Management Offices (PMOs)
- Unit 4 Structuring Project-Based Organisations
- Unit 5 Building a Project Management Culture
- Unit 6 Change Management in Organisations
- Unit 7 Organisational Learning from Projects
- Unit 8 Organisational Project Management Project
Project Entrepreneurship and Business Development
- Unit 1 Entrepreneurship and Project Management
- Unit 2 Identifying and Evaluating Project Opportunities
- Unit 3 Business Development Through Projects
- Unit 4 Project-Based Business Models
- Unit 5 Client and Stakeholder Development
- Unit 6 Marketing and Selling Projects
- Unit 7 Growing a Project-Based Business
- Unit 8 Entrepreneurship and Business Development Project
Project Innovation and Sustainability
- Unit 1 Innovation in Project Management
- Unit 2 Fostering Creativity and Innovation in Teams
- Unit 3 Sustainable Project Management Principles
- Unit 4 Environmental and Social Sustainability in Projects
- Unit 5 Innovation and Technology in Projects
- Unit 6 Managing Innovation Projects
- Unit 7 Sustainability Metrics and Reporting
- Unit 8 Innovation and Sustainability Project
International and Cross-Cultural Project Management
- Unit 1 Global Project Management
- Unit 2 Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation
- Unit 3 Managing Projects Across Borders
- Unit 4 International Project Teams
- Unit 5 Cultural Intelligence (CQ) for Project Managers
- Unit 6 Global Project Governance and Compliance
- Unit 7 Managing Risk in International Projects
- Unit 8 Cross-Cultural Project Case Study
Project Management Research Methods
- Unit 1 Foundations of Research in Project Management
- Unit 2 Research Design and Methodology
- Unit 3 Quantitative Research Methods
- Unit 4 Qualitative Research Methods
- Unit 5 Data Collection and Analysis
- Unit 6 Research Ethics and Integrity
- Unit 7 Writing Research Reports and Papers
- Unit 8 Applied Research Project
Advanced Project Management Practice
- Unit 1 Managing Mega-Projects and Complex Projects
- Unit 2 Crisis Management in Projects
- Unit 3 Advanced Risk and Opportunity Management
- Unit 4 Project Recovery and Turnaround
- Unit 5 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Unit 6 Project Governance and Control
- Unit 7 Ethics and Professional Practice
- Unit 8 Advanced Practice Simulation
Professional Project Management Capstone
- Unit 1 Identifying a Real-World Project Problem
- Unit 2 Project Charter and Initiation
- Unit 3 Project Planning and Documentation
- Unit 4 Project Execution and Implementation
- Unit 5 Monitoring, Control and Reporting
- Unit 6 Project Closure and Lessons Learned
- Unit 7 Professional Presentation and Defence
- Unit 8 Capstone Portfolio and Submission
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💰 Programme Investment
Foreign: Pay in 2‑4 parts of ₦175,685 – ₦351,370 each.
Application fee included.
Foreign: Pay in 5‑10 parts of ₦70,274 – ₦140,548 each.
Contact admissions for custom schedule.
Comprehensive Project Management MBA
30 modules covering foundations, advanced practice, and strategic project leadership.
30 Modules, 240 Units
A deep, executive-level curriculum across 3 progressive circles.
3‑6 Month Flexible
60% self‑paced + 40% expert‑led – ideal for busy executives.
Expert‑Led Support
Direct WhatsApp access to project management professionals.
Complete Training Docs
Handbooks, templates, case studies, and assessment tools.
Professional MBA
Earn a Professional MBA credential plus a Professional Development Transcript.
📱 Delivery & Learning Methods
Study anywhere, anytime — on your terms. 60% self‑paced, 40% expert‑led via virtual schools.
📘 Professional Development Training Documents
1. Programme Overview
- Course Handbook / Programme Guide
- Training Syllabus & Curriculum
- Programme Schedule / Calendar
2. Learning Materials
- Lecture Notes / Module Manuals
- Presentation Slides (PowerPoint)
- Reading Materials / Articles
3. Practical Application Tools
- Project Plan Templates
- Risk Register Templates
- Stakeholder Engagement Plans
4. Personal Development Tools
- Executive Action Plan
- Goal Setting Templates
- Reflection Journals / Logbooks
5. Assessment & Evaluation
- Pre‑Assessment / Diagnostic Test
- Continuous Assessment Tasks
- Practical Skills Checklists
- Final Coursework Submission Guidelines
- Competency Evaluation Rubrics
6. Workplace Readiness Tools
- Professional Code of Conduct
- Workplace Behaviour Guidelines
- Job Role Competency Framework
7. Certification & Completion
- Professional MBA Certificate
- Professional Development Transcript
- Performance Summary Report
- Recommendation Letter
8. Communication & Support
- Instructor Contact Information
- Feedback Forms
- Participant Support Guidelines
- Online Student Support
📌 Learn → Practice → Reflect → Apply → Assess → Certify
A complete professional development programme should follow this cycle.Advance to executive leadership in project management – in just 3‑6 months
This Professional MBA gives you the comprehensive knowledge and executive-level skills to lead complex projects, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver measurable results. From foundations to capstone, you'll be ready for the highest levels of project leadership. Enrol today and receive your complete training package.
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Professional Certificates and Diplomas in Project Management
From Starter Certificate to Professional Excellence Diploma – 100% online, globally recognised programmes covering project lifecycle, Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, risk management, stakeholder engagement, scheduling, budgeting, and strategic portfolio management.
Professional Certificates in Project Management
Foundational to elite – master project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closing, Agile methodologies, risk management, and leadership.
Starter Certificate (SC) in Project Management
Quick introduction to project management. Perfect for beginners exploring the field.
- What is project management?
- Key terminology
- Project vs operations
Application fee paid upfront.
Foundation Certificate (FC) in Project Management
Introduction to project management, project lifecycle, and basic terminology.
- Project vs operations
- Triple constraint
- Stakeholder basics
Application fee paid upfront.
Intermediate Certificate (IC) in Project Management
Project planning, work breakdown structure (WBS), and scheduling fundamentals.
- WBS creation
- Gantt charts
- Critical path method
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Higher Certificate (HC) in Project Management
Risk management, quality management, and procurement basics.
- Risk register
- Quality metrics
- Vendor selection
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Associate Certificate (AC) in Project Management
Agile project management, Scrum framework, and user stories.
- Sprint planning
- Daily stand-ups
- Product backlog
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Professional Certificate (PC) in Project Management
Budgeting, cost control, earned value management (EVM), and reporting.
- Cost estimation
- EVM metrics
- Performance dashboards
Application fee paid upfront.
Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) in Project Management
Stakeholder management, communication planning, and team leadership.
- Stakeholder analysis
- Communication matrix
- Conflict resolution
Application fee paid upfront.
Graduate Professional Certificate (GPC) in Project Management
Postgraduate-level: program management, portfolio management, and PMO setup.
- Benefits management
- PMO functions
- Portfolio optimisation
Application fee paid upfront.
Executive Professional Certificate (EPC) in Project Management
For senior leaders: strategic project governance, enterprise agility, and transformation leadership.
- Governance frameworks
- Scaling Agile (SAFe)
- Change management
Application fee paid upfront.
Expert Certificate (XC) in Project Management
Master-level: AI in project management, predictive analytics, and advanced risk modelling.
- AI for scheduling
- Predictive risk
- Monte Carlo simulation
Application fee paid upfront.
Elite Certificate (EC) in Project Management
Highest distinction: global project leadership, industry transformation, and elite advisory.
- Global PM standards
- Innovation ecosystems
- Elite consultancy
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Professional Mastery Certificate (PMC) in Project Management
Deep immersion in project management specialisation with capstone project. Prepares for senior PM leadership roles.
- PM specialisation
- Advanced project
- Capstone portfolio
Application fee paid upfront.
Professional Prestige Certificate (PPC) in Project Management
Premier executive‑level certificate for project leaders. Strategic influence, board‑level advisory, and prestige portfolio.
- Strategic influence
- Board-level advisory
- Prestige portfolio
Application fee paid upfront.
Professional Diplomas, Mastery & Excellence in Project Management
In-depth, practice-oriented qualifications for senior project managers, program managers, and PMO leaders.
Foundation Diploma (FD) in Project Management
Comprehensive foundation in project management, scheduling, and risk.
- Full project lifecycle
- Schedule development
- Portfolio project
Application fee paid upfront.
Higher Diploma (HD) in Project Management
Advanced Agile & hybrid methodologies, Scrum Master skills, and project recovery.
- Scrum Master certification prep
- Hybrid approaches
- Troubled projects
Application fee paid upfront.
Associate Diploma (AD) in Project Management
Focus on project procurement, contract management, and vendor relations.
- RFP process
- Contract types
- Supplier evaluation
Application fee paid upfront.
Professional Diploma (PD) in Project Management
Strategic project leadership, resource optimisation, and benefits realisation.
- Resource levelling
- Benefits mapping
- Leadership styles
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Advanced Professional Diploma (APD) in Project Management
International project management, cross‑cultural teams, and global PM standards.
- PMI vs PRINCE2
- Global teams
- Cultural intelligence
Application fee paid upfront.
Graduate Professional Diploma (GPD) in Project Management
Postgraduate-level: PM research methods, advanced analytics, and thesis project.
- Research design
- PM maturity models
- Thesis project
Application fee paid upfront.
Executive Professional Diploma (EPD) in Project Management
For C-suite: board‑level project governance, enterprise PMO, and transformation.
- Governance
- EPMO design
- Transformation
Application fee paid upfront.
Expert Diploma (XD) in Project Management
Master practitioner: AI-PM, autonomous project management, and thought leadership.
- AI for PM
- Autonomous workflows
- Thought leadership
Application fee paid upfront.
Elite Diploma (ED) in Project Management
Global PM leadership, innovation ecosystems, and elite consulting.
- Global PM leadership
- Innovation ecosystems
- Elite consulting
Application fee paid upfront.
Professional Mastery Diploma (PMD) in Project Management
Master's level: strategic project leadership, global PM policy, and mastery thesis.
- PM innovation
- Global standards policy
- Mastery thesis
Application fee paid upfront.
Professional Excellence Diploma (PED) in Project Management
Highest distinction: expert-level project management strategy, global influence, and executive excellence portfolio.
- Executive PM strategy
- Global influence
- Excellence portfolio
Application fee paid upfront.
Combined Studies (GPD + PMD) in Project Management
Accelerated pathway: earn both Graduate Professional Diploma and Professional Mastery Diploma. Dual award, advanced project management portfolio.
- Seamless progression
- Dual qualification
- Executive readiness
Application fee paid upfront.
Your Project Management Career Progression
Step through 25+ levels from foundational PM principles to professional excellence
Core Disciplines in Project Management
Each specialisation follows the complete 25+ level progression – from Starter Certificate to Professional Excellence Diploma.
Agile & Scrum
Master iterative delivery, sprint planning, retrospectives, and scaling Agile with SAFe, LeSS, and Scrum@Scale.
Risk & Compliance Management
Quantitative risk analysis, risk registers, mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance (ISO 31000, COSO).
Construction & Engineering PM
Contract administration, BIM integration, critical path, claims management, and infrastructure megaprojects.
IT & Software Development
DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, hybrid methodologies (Waterfall-Agile), and technology project governance.
Healthcare Project Management
Clinical system implementations, regulatory compliance (HIPAA, FDA), and digital health transformation.
PMO & Portfolio Management
Establishing PMOs, benefits realisation, portfolio optimisation, and strategic alignment with business goals.
Change Management & Transformation
ADKAR, Kotter's model, stakeholder engagement, and driving adoption of major organisational change.
International Development PM
Donor-funded projects (World Bank, UN, USAID), logical frameworks, M&E, and cross-cultural team leadership.
Strategic Portfolio & Governance
Aligning project portfolios with corporate strategy, governance frameworks, and executive decision-making.
Financial & Investment PM
Budgeting, earned value management, financial modelling, and ROI analysis for project investments.
Designed for Project Excellence
Rigorous, practical, and globally relevant curriculum for today's project-driven organisations.
Expert Faculty
Learn from certified PMPs, Agile coaches, and program directors.
Flexible Online
Study anywhere, anytime. Balance work and professional development.
Global Network
Connect with project management professionals across 50+ countries.
Verifiable Credentials
Blockchain-secured certificates & transcripts.
Trusted by Project Leaders Worldwide
Real stories of career transformation through project management mastery.
Lead Projects. Drive Results. Transform Organisations.
Advance your career with globally recognised project management qualifications. Flexible, affordable, and career-focused.
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