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Learning purpose

The project and process management specialization allows participants to gain profound knowledge and skills to optimize the handling of their projects. During this program participants get the chance to further develop their social competencies, vital for being an excellent project and process manager.

Moreover, it is the optimal preparation for the project management certification according to IPMA (International Project Management Association) or PMI (Project Management Institute) standards.

Target audience

Programme

Structure

In the course of the part-time Professional MBA with specialization options, participants gain profound insights into core business subjects and a specific field or industry.

During the program, participants master the “Business Core” focusing on core business and management knowledge, techniques and leadership, while ensuring a maximum flexibility to foster their individual needs and ambitions during the “Specialization” modules.

Curriculum

Business Core

• Managing People
• Managing Organizations
• Competitive Analysis and Strategy
• Data Analysis and Decision Making
• Financial Reporting
• Financial Management
• Operations Management
• Controlling
• Marketing Management
• Global Markets
• Information Systems Management
• Managerial Economics
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Leadership
• Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility

Specialization

Process Management

Basics of process management and optimization of processes. Methods of macro process management such as identification of processes and development of a process map. Methods of micro process management such as process break-down structure and process flow chart.

Project Management Methods

Development of a project including project objectives plan, work-break down structure, different scheduling methods, project cost plan, project environment analysis and the interdependence of various project management methods.

Design of Project Organizations & Program Management

Methods and design of project and program organizations. Traditional forms of project organizations including the influence project organization and the matrix project organization. State-of-the-art organizational designs of projects and programs, specific roles and communication structures of programs.

Project Costs, Project Risk Management & Project Discontinuities

In-depth overview on plan project costs, project risks and project discontinuity resolution. Cost planning, risk identification and risk analysis, scenario technique and alternative project plans.

Project Start, Project Controlling & Project Close-Down

Theory and practice of design and methods of the project management process and its sub-processes: Project start, project controlling and project close-down. Symbolic project management and elements of project culture.

Management of the Project-oriented Company

Strategies, structures and cultures, specific processes and methods of a project-oriented company. Project portfolio management and responsibilities of the PM Office. Introduction of a maturity model for a project-oriented company.

International Project Management Approaches

The module gives an overview and comparison of the international project management approaches: International Competence Baseline (ICB) of the IPMA, Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK) of PMI, and Projects in Controlled Environments (Prince2) of OCG.

Preparation for the Project Management Certification

Preparation of candidates for the certification (IPMA – International Project Management Association or PMI – Project Management Institute), showing an overview of the required exam contents.

Change & Projects 
Identification of different change types of permanent organizations and the appropriate organizational design to manage these changes. Definition of change processes and analysis of the relationships between changes and projects.

Social Competencies in Projects

Leadership theories and definition of project roles. Key social competencies in project management and intervention methods.

Master Thesis

Entry Requirements

Application Requirements

To apply for the Professional MBA, you must meet the following requirements:

• Undergraduate degree, equivalent to a bachelor degree

• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience

• Proficiency of written and spoken English

• Completed application forms

• Curriculum Vitae

• Two letters of recommendation

Each Professional MBA participant is expected to have a personal computer and be familiar with MS Office software.

Admission Criteria

Students’ diversity is essential for the quality of the Professional MBA Program. Therefore, we carefully select all our MBA participants considering cultural and academic background, skills and work experience.

Examples of important criteria are:

• Solid career progression

• Management and leadership skills

• Ability to commit to a challenging program

• Interpersonal and communication skills

• A clear career vision

• Ambition and drive

The structure of the program and close collaboration in study groups encourages long-lasting business contacts and friendships.

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Opleiding kerngegevens

Name institute

Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU)

Course location(s)

Vienna

Duration

18 months

Diploma

Diploma

Open enrollment

Yes

In Company/ Tailor-made possible

No

Start dates per year

fall

‘Happy Projects!’ is not a promise, but rather a wish to all those thinking and living in projects. The chance to experience ‘Happy Projects!’ increases dramatically by attending this Professional MBA program and then applying the models and methods provided.