MA Projects & Operations

Professional Diploma in Project Management

Plan and deliver complex projects using predictive and agile methods

2–6 months (flexible)
Online / blended, part-time friendly
Internationally recognised
Professional Diploma in Project Management

Programme Overview

Develop practical capability in scope, scheduling, risk, stakeholder engagement, governance and agile delivery. Assessment is based on a professional project portfolio.

Delivered by London International College, this programme combines rigorous academic content with a strongly applied approach: every module is built around the situations, decisions and challenges professionals actually face. You will learn alongside an international cohort, exchange experience across sectors, and apply new tools to your own organisation from the first module onwards.

What You Will Study

Core modules are designed to build capability step by step — from foundations to applied mastery.

  • 01 Project Planning, Scheduling & Control
  • 02 Agile & Hybrid Delivery Methods
  • 03 Risk, Procurement & Contract Management
  • 04 Supply Chain & Operations Strategy
  • 05 Stakeholder Leadership & Communication
  • 06 Benefits Realisation & Portfolio Governance
  • 07 Professional Practice Project

What You Will Achieve

  • Plan and deliver complex projects using predictive and agile methods
  • Manage risk, budgets, suppliers and quality with discipline
  • Optimise operations and supply chains for resilience and value
  • Lead delivery teams and communicate with senior stakeholders

Assessment & Delivery

Assessment is fully applied — case studies, workplace assignments and a final professional project. There are no traditional closed-book examinations, so everything you produce is directly usable in your career.

Entry Requirements

A first degree OR at least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Applicants are assessed individually — significant workplace experience is valued as highly as prior qualifications.
English language: ability to study comfortably in English (IELTS 5.5+ or equivalent, or professional experience in an English-speaking environment).

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme progress into roles such as:

Project Manager Programme Manager PMO Lead Operations Manager Supply Chain Manager Portfolio Director

Quick Facts

  • QualificationMA
  • FieldProjects & Operations
  • Duration2–6 months (flexible)
  • Study ModeOnline / blended, part-time friendly
  • IntakesRolling admissions
  • LanguageEnglish
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Why Study at LIC

  • Internationally recognised qualifications
  • Faculty with real industry experience
  • Flexible study built around your career
  • Applied projects with immediate impact
  • An international professional network