Program Objectives
The MS Project Management Program (MSPM) at IM|Sciences is a dual-focus program that combines practice and research. The MSPM is a full-time degree program that spans 18 months and focuses on supporting students in enhancing their research and managerial skills. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the key concepts, methods, tools, techniques, and frameworks of project management, and will reflect and apply their knowledge using world-class case studies. Through engagement with recently published academic works, students will explore state-of-the-art issues and debates in the discipline. They will also learn how to use software tools and acquire the skills necessary to conduct rigorous academic research.
- To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead and manage projects. This includes knowledge of project management principles, theories, and best practices and the skills to apply these concepts to real-world projects.
- To develop students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This is essential for project managers, who must be able to identify and solve problems that arise during a project.
- To prepare students for careers in project management. The MSPM program provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a variety of project management roles, such as project manager, program manager, and portfolio manager.
Key Features
- Dual focus on practice and research: The MSPM program is unique in its focus on both practice and research. This allows students to gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in both the corporate and academic worlds.
- Rigorous curriculum: The MSPM program offers a rigorous curriculum that covers the latest theories and practices in project management. Students will learn from experienced faculty members who are experts in their field.
- Collaborative learning environment: The MSPM program is a collaborative learning environment where students can learn from each other and from their professors. This environment helps students develop the skills they need to be successful in today’s workplace.
- Pathway for further study: Graduates of the program are eligible to pursue Ph.D. in Project Management or Management.
Eligibility for Admission
16 years of education in any discipline such as Law, Engineering, Medicine, Science, or Management with a 2.70 CGPA out of 4.00 (with a minimum of 120 credit hours in Bachelors and 60 credit hours in the Master program) or 60% aggregate marks in annual system from any HEC recognized university/institute.
Qualifying the ETS-GRE general test/NTS GAT-General/Institute’s own test or any other test required by the HEC with minimum 50% marks in test and minimum 40% marks in interview are mandatory for admission.
The Hafiz Quran shall be given a special credit of 20 marks.
The credit marks shall be added subject to fulfillment of basic requisite academic qualification.
Scheme of Courses
The MS Project Management program comprises 30 Credit Hours, which are to be completed in a minimum of 3 semesters. The distribution of the core and elective courses is given below:
Core Courses | 12 Cr. Hrs. |
Specialization Courses | 12 Cr. Hrs. |
Dissertation | 06 Cr. Hrs. |
Total | 30 Cr. Hrs. |
Semester 1
Code
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Course Title
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Credit Hours
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PMG 605
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Introduction to Project Management
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Three (03)
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RES 726
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Research Methodologies
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Three (03)
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Elective – I
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Three (03)
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Elective – II
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Three (03)
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Semester2
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Code
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Course Title
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Credit Hours
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RES 716
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Qualitative and Quantitative Techniques
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Three (03)
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MGT 700
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Readings in Management
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Three (03)
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Elective – III
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Three (03)
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Elective – IV
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Three (03)
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Semester 3
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Code
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Course Title
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Credit Hours
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RES 790
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Master’s Dissertation
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Six (06)
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Optional – I (in lieu of RES 790)
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Three (03)
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Optional – II (in lieu of RES 790)
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Three (03)
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Electives
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Code
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Course Title
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Credit Hours
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PMG 611
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Project Monitoring and Evaluation
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Three (03)
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PMG 621
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Project Risk Management
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Three (03)
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PMG 631
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Project Procurement Management
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Three (03)
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PMG 641
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Program and Portfolio Management
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Three (03)
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PMG 651
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Managing Complex Projects
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Three (03)
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PMG 656
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Directed Computational Project Management
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Three (03)
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PMG 701
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Seminar in Project Management
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Three (03)
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PMG 705
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Investment Theory for Project Managers
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Three (03)
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PMG 721
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Project Leadership
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Three (03)
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PMG 725
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Operations Research Applications in Project Management
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Three (03)
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PMG 756
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Directed Research in Project Management
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Three (03)
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PMG 723
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Agile Project Management
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Three (03)
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