Description

Job holders in this unit group manage and oversee major projects across all sectors of modern industry, commerce and the public sector, in areas such as e-commerce, business analysis, finance, product development, marketing, human resources.

Tasks

• Finds out what the client or company wants to achieve
• Agrees timescales, costs and resources needed
• Draws up a detailed plan for how to achieve each stage of the project
• Selects and leads a project team
• Negotiates with contractors and suppliers for materials and services
• Ensures that each stage of the project is progressing on time, on budget and to the right quality standards
• Reports regularly on progress to the client or to senior managers.

Entry Requirements

Entry may be via a degree or postgraduate qualification in project management or a subject relevant to the particular sector or via significant relevant work experience in that sector.