The double accredited postgraduate degree in project management delivered at our Berlin campus gives you the hands-on strategic and leadership skills needed to forge a career in the dynamic field of project management.
Study your master’s in project management in Germany and develop an appreciation of how to lead projects to success using the latest project management skills, theories, and techniques. This course will teach you how to use organisational initiative to fulfil a range of projects across diverse, international industries.
Our master’s in project management will bring you up-to-speed with the latest project management practices, trends, and developments. For example, the recent Covid-19 pandemic has shown us the importance of project management in finding solutions to unprecedented challenges. In fact, project management skills are vital in fields including engineering, technology, education, healthcare, events management, as well as tourism and many more creative and service fields. Because of this, your degree qualification will have wide reaching employer-appeal and is your ticket to a highly rewarding career.
We’ve also partnered with the Project Management Institute (PMI) Germany Chapter to ensure you can get the most out of your degree. You’ll have access to a number of valuable resources, including monthly local networking events and the PMI Germany job board, to name a few.
Our MSc Project Management course will provide you with the knowledge and confidence required to execute large scale, global projects.
Accredited by the Association for Project Management and by Chartered Management Institute, this degree gives you the opportunity to become a forward-thinking project manager who understands the importance of data metrics in project analysis and future planning. Each module of the course is informed by our lecturers’ professional expertise, helping you to become better equipped to lead and manage high-level projects.
I have enjoyed doing my master’s here because it’s not like a traditional university where you sit in a classroom and a lecturer talks and you write down everything. I like that when we come here there’s actually a discussion and we do a lot of analysis.
Core modules (20 credits each)
Elective, choose one* (20 credits)
Final project (60 credits)
*The order and availability of the optional modules within each level may vary depending on intake and subject to demand.
The way we assess our students provides you with the opportunity to demonstrate your strengths in a number of ways. That’s why we choose a range of methods to keep track of how well you are progressing. These include:
At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application.
To be eligible to study this degree, we need to see that you have:
We also offer an internal English test for applicants who are unable to provide an English Proficiency letter. Get in touch to find out more.
At Arden University we are more than happy to consider, and positively encourage, an application from you if you have substantial management experience (typically 5 years) and can show us that you have the motivation to study the programme.
We’ll ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your ability to study your master's course. We may also want references and evidence of relevant work experience.
If you have other postgraduate-level business awards you may be eligible for entry and/or exemptions. This will be assessed on an individual basis.
If you don’t already have a degree, and you’re not quite there with the required amount of work experience, we may be able to offer you a place on one of our undergraduate degree programmes.
Whilst you can read your study materials on your smart phone or tablet, to make the most of your learning experience, you will need access to a laptop or computer (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good stable internet connection.
Our business and management faculty in Berlin are a dedicated and passionate group of professionals who are here to help you reach your goals both in and outside of the classroom. Get to know some of our business faculty members before you start your programme by following the link below.
Displaying expertise in project management will allow you to take on more responsibilities in your current role, set out on a new path, and even advise others in their own pursuits.
I chose Arden University Berlin because they provide an environment to further your knowledge and pursue opportunities in a new field.
Our courses are designed to give professionals both transferable skills for the workplace, and industry-specific knowledge to make informed decisions in their area of work. To accomplish this, we’ve designed our programmes to cover a wide range of professional abilities and expert knowledge so you can apply your learning to whichever role you chose.
As a graduate, you’ll have gained knowledge of:
With a master’s in project management, you’ll be poised to take on more responsibilities in your current organisation, or seek a new career path altogether.
With additional training in some areas, you could pursue a career as a:
The Association for Project Management (APM) is a body committed to developing and promoting project management excellence. The organisation is the only chartered body for the profession, and has more than 30,000 members and over 500 organisations participating in its partnership programmes.
Arden’s MSc Project Management is accredited by the APM, which means you’ll graduate with a certificate that recognises your knowledge in both academic and professional circles. The APM is also your gateway to discovering further training opportunities in project management, as well as networking and employment opportunities.
Upon completion of this course, students will attain dual accreditation, receiving both a master's degree and a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership. Completing this level 7 diploma independently can cost upwards of £2,000. Students will also have the opportunity to fast-track to Chartered Manager status through the CMI at an additional cost of only £150 inclusive of VAT (instead of a standard assessment fee of £612 inclusive of VAT).
The CMI badge is a mark of quality to show that you have both exceptional experience in your area of study as well as all the relevant skills and experience in leadership and management to progress your career to a senior level role.
CMI membership comes with a wealth of additional resources, including ManagementDirect, an online learning portal with hundreds of thousands of high-value leadership resources and materials, as well as access to professional events and countless mentoring and networking opportunities.
All the prices are correct at time of publication but may vary.
The Project Management Institute (PMI) is the leading professional association for project management and the authority for a growing global community of professionals and individuals who use project management skills.
The PMI empowers people to make ideas a reality. Through global advocacy, networking, collaboration, research, and education, the PMI prepares individuals and organisations at every stage of their career journey to work smarter so they can drive success in a world of change.
Arden University has partnered with the Project Management Institute (PMI) Germany Chapter to provide you with access to valuable knowledge, networks, and resources. This will include training sessions and micro lectures on the latest project management practices and developments, industry seminars, guest speakers, and more.
Students at our Berlin campus will also have the opportunity to attend monthly PMI Germany events to encourage networking, collaboration, and sharing content, tools, and resources. You’ll also have access to other local events as well as the PMI Germany job board.
All Arden students will have free access to LinkedIn Learning through the Library Portal. LinkedIn Learning is a video-based online learning platform offering over 16,500 expert-led courses across a wide range of subjects including business, technology, and creative skills.
With LinkedIn Learning, you can: