Program Overview
The European Master in Strategic Project Management (MSPME) at Heriot-Watt University is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 16 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the European Master in Strategic Project Management (MSPME) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 14,152 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,816 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the European Master in Strategic Project Management (MSPME) programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Strategic Project Management
- Competitive Strategy
- Business Models: Themes and Issues
- Strategic Change
- Project Management
- Quality Management and Engineering
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Systems Thinking an Analysis
- In semester 3 the students will be expected to apply the knowledge and skills gained in their studies in practical industry based projects
- Perspectives on Management and Strategy
- Strategic Project Management Decision Making
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Academic excellence of the candidate: outstanding achievement in the applicant\xc2\x92s first degree. The minimum admission qualification is a high-quality Bachelor degree (or an equivalent academic degree) of minimum three years duration and 180 ECTS credits (or equivalent) in a cognate or semi-cognate discipline.
- Student motivation and relevance of the MSPME programme to a student\xc2\x92s future career aspirations.
- While professional experience such as employment or professional qualifications are not essential, these are taken into consideration when awarding scholarships. Successful scholarship candidates tend to have considerable relevant industrial experience as well as vocational or professional qualifications.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,152 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,816 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,152 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,816 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Heriot-Watt University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University
City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Heriot-Watt University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-04
- Language English
- Duration 16 months