International Master in Project Management
Rome, Italy
Master degree
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Apr 2027
TUITION FEES
EUR 8,900
STUDY FORMAT
Key Summary
About: The International Master in Project Management at Rome Business School provides training in international project management, covering strategic planning, resource and risk management, change leadership, cultural and legal aspects and PMI exam prep (PMP, CAPM, PSM‑I). You get practical experience through a Practice Lab with NTT DATA, visits and bootcamps. Career Service, shadowing and coaching support growth.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into roles such as Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Consultant, Business Development, Marketing Analyst, Risk Manager, Event Planner, Junior Business Analyst. The program supports PMI certification and boosts employability in multinationals, consultancies, tech and construction; entrepreneurial pathways support founders/intrapreneurs.
The International Master’s in Project Management offers higher-level training for professionals who wish to consolidate and enrich their skills in international project management. This programme is designed to meet the needs of aspiring project managers who operate in a global context and wish to gain an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with international project management.
Through a comprehensive and interdisciplinary curriculum, the International Master in Project Management offers a balanced combination of theory and practice. Students will have the opportunity to study fundamental topics such as strategic project planning, resource management, risk management, change management and leadership, as well as cultural and legal aspects specific to international project management.
Shape your professional path through 4 pillars:
Real Link with Companies
An international network of companies’ partners to help young and senior professionals in building their careers and RBS to create the best learning experience possible, thanks to Business Practice LAB, Company visits, in-class exercises and exclusive lecturers.
Internationality
Rome Business School is proudly the most international business school in Italy, being able to immerse our students in a stimulating environment, thanks to our international faculty, our exclusive Bootcamps in Silicon Valley, Barcelona, Paris, Rome and Tuscany and mixed ethnicity in our classes.
Professional Impact
Our higher purpose is to build managers and leaders. For this reason, we’ve built our Master around our student’s professional and personal growth, providing different services and experiences, just like our Career Service, multiple company meetings, Company Shadowing, Individual Coaching sessions and a soft skills program.
Higher Purpose
Following our motto, Better Managers for a Better World, an entire section of our Master is fully dedicated to a higher purpose in business, Corporate Social Responsibility and the creation of a sustainable approach and mindset to business
International Master in Project Management in Rome
Career Impact
+15% Salary Increase, after 1 year of completing the Master in Project Management. Our students work in prestigious companies such as Maserati, Unilever and Deloitte.
Preparation for PMI examinations and certifications: CAMP & PMP, or PSM - I
Our Master's program offers lessons on the PM domains, tasks and enabling factors required to know for the following examinations:
- Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM-I) - Certification demonstrating an advanced level of knowledge of the Scrum framework
- CAPM® - Entry-level certification for project practitioners
- PMP® - Industry-recognized certification for project managers
Students who are eligible to apply for PMP® certification can take the Elective PMP® Exam Prep course, which will provide them with the 35 contact hours needed to take the exam and obtain PMP® certification.
Practice Lab in Partnership with NTT DATA
Take the role of a real project manager and put into action the basics of a project led by an NTT DATA manager. Starting with a business case, apply some of the tools and techniques presented in class (brainstorming, Delphi method, affinity diagrams, etc.) to gather requirements, prepare a project scope statement, and build a detailed WBS.
Training partner (ATP) of the Project Management Institute
The Rome Business School is an authorized training partner (ATP) of the Project Management Institute.
International Bootcamp
Think big and go global, choose among 4 continents and 9 International boot camps. Choose among the boot camps in Silicon Valley (US), Paris, Rome, Tuscany, Barcelona, Nigeria, Qatar, London or China and have an immersive and stimulating experience, focused on the topics of the business world and network and learn from top company managers.
Develop Core Managerial Skills and Pursue a Career in Project Management
During the first module of the International Master in Project Management, students will learn how to:
- Managerial Economics - This module aims to prepare students by providing them with the essentials of entrepreneurship and business planning
- Entrepreneurship and Business Planning -With this module, the managerial skills required to understand a Business Plan and its structure will be developed
- Business Strategy -Through this module, students will know how to understand the long-term direction and strategy of a company and will be able to identify the strategic business units of organizations
- Accounting & Budgeting - This module is aimed at students understanding the importance of financial management and control principles, with key indicators such as ROI, EBIT, and GAAP
- Project & Operations Management -With this module, students will be able to manage projects, examine data and information, and have a diagnostic approach to solving problems
- Marketing: Traditional and Digital - Students will learn the application of marketing principles in organizational decision-making
- Human Resource Management -This subject area focuses on strategic human resource issues such as workforce acquisition, development, motivation and retention
- Data Analytics for Managers -This course is designed to equip students with the basic knowledge needed to analyze and interpret large sets of data, to make effective business decisions and strategies
Understand the role Played by Stakeholders in Projects and the Role of a Project Leader
During the second module, students will learn how to:
Project Management Introduction
- PM culture, Project Life Cycle,
- Organizational Project Management
Business Analysis
- Benefit and value analysis
- Requirements management
- Business Case
Operational Foundations of Project Management
- Planning
- Execution
- Monitoring and controlling
Project Management Tools and Techniques
- Exploring complexity: application of PM tools and techniques
- Exploring Complexity: Risk Management
- Use of Project Management Software
- Agile methodologies: Kanban and SCRUM
- Notes on other methodologies (XP, DASM, …)
Get Training to be able to get PMI Certifications and Become an Innovative and Responsible Leader
During the third module, students will learn how to:
International and Ethical Aspects of Project Management
- Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
- Participation in European tenders
- Business Ethics and CSR
Interpersonal skills for the Project Manager
- Personality indicators
- Leadership, Motivation, and Thinking Styles
- Tools and strategies for individual and team development
- Decision-making styles and processes
- Conflict management
Why Electives?
Future managers, business owners, and professionals who are prepared to take advantage of the advantages of digitalization, go global, and make a positive contribution to society are what Rome Business School seeks to develop.
- By focusing on in-demand skills, electives are the perfect tools for students to increase their employability
- Students can become more competitive and carve out a niche for themselves with the help of electives
- Students are exposed to courses in electives that they might not have otherwise experienced
A unique curriculum that promotes life and career skills is offered by electives. Six main areas of interest make up the organization of elective courses:
- Innovation & Growth
- Tech & Digitalization
- Industry Business Excellence
- International Business
- Preparation for Professional Certifications
- Global Electives with RBS School partners
Business in Action - Hands-on Lab
Il laboratorio Global Trends è composto da 2 sessioni virtuali:
Session 1: Come trovare le fonti per identificare le tendenze globali. Un’immersione profonda nelle tendenze globali che plasmano il mondo di oggi – relatori ospiti di ONU, UNIDO, ILO. Esempi di tendenze globali:
- The Future of Work
- AI, Blockchain, and Technology
- The World in 2030 – Future Scenarios (UN, IMF, ECB)
Capstone Project
You will have the opportunity to exhibit your abilities at the end of the course by tackling a real-world business challenge. Utilize your skills to find chances and create a truly inventive plan.
Face a real-life business challenge. You have the option of working in a small group, developing an internet sales plan, or developing a loyalty programme for different generations.
Two case studies from two real firms will be assigned to you to put your master’s course knowledge to the test.
Previous years’ experiences
The Practical Challenge
Milk Flower business will bring in the art of Italian gelato making to offer ice cream using organic ingredients and seasonal fruits native to Senegal. The business will pursue a new strategy and go forward to sell gelato in carts around Dakar City instead of selling it in an old-fashioned physical shop. Locally created gelato is predicted to provide positive cash flow and profit in the first year, with a positive return. This project management plan details the process of the planning and initiation phase for the launch of the Milk Flower Business.
The International Master in Project Management offers a robust specialized education for professionals aiming to excel in global project management. This program has been designed to provide a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, enabling students to gain a deep understanding of best practices and advanced strategies required to successfully lead complex projects in international settings.
One of the distinctive advantages of this program is its ability to guide participants in achieving the prestigious PMP® (Project Management Professional), CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management) and PSM (Professional Scrum Master) certifications from PMI®.
We are Authorized Training Partners (ATP) for these certifications
Intended Learning Outcomes
- Understand and support the organization’s strategies, and participate in the generation of benefits and value for the organization and its stakeholders
- Plan and manage the project scope, schedule, project budget, and all other disciplinary areas involved (Resources, Risks, Communication, Procurement)
- Monitor and control the progress of the project, starting from the collection of raw data to the presentation of progress reports to stakeholders
- Identify project stakeholders, analyze their needs, requirements and expectations, and define and implement the most suitable communication strategies to manage their involvement in the project
- Lead project execution, use your emotional intelligence to communicate, influence, negotiate, solve problems, manage conflicts, manage decision-making processes, and evaluate individual and group performance. Contribute to the development of all the people who participate in the project, and inspire their behaviour to the principles of correctness, honesty, transparency, and loyalty
Based on their personal profile, experience and proven motivation, the candidate may be awarded a scholarship to partially cover the participation fee. In fact, Rome Business School offers the most deserving candidates the opportunity to benefit from 7 different types of scholarships. These partial economic hedges can consist of 6 months of interest-free financing.
- Early Enrollment Incentive
- Lifelong Learning Scholarship
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Executive Women Scholarship
- Entrepreneurial Grant
- Better Managers for a Better World Scholarship
- Student Loan Assistance Grant
Competition for scholarships increases as the starting date approaches and funds are limited, so it is advisable to apply as soon as possible.
During your International Master in Project Management journey, our dedicated Career Services team will be there to accompany and support you every step of the way. With more than 10 years of experience in the field of education, our team is committed to assisting young talents and managers in shaping their future careers by providing guidance tailored to their individual capabilities, aspirations, and professional goals.
To ensure our students receive the optimal support in achieving their career objectives, our Career Services are structured into two key areas:
Occupational Pathways
The Occupational Pathways will help you develop the knowledge, market insights and tools that you need to pursue a successful career in a specific industry. You will benefit from valuable connections with top companies and recruiters.
Entrepreneurial Pathways
Are you planning to start up your own business or dreaming about becoming the fresh and innovative driving force within an organization? We will equip you with skills and knowledge to discover, test and improve your entrepreneurial skills, develop a business idea and finally launch your own business.
The master is particularly suitable for those who want to pursue a career in the following roles:
- Project Manager
- Event Planner
- Project Coordinator
- Project Assistant
- Marketing analyst
- Assistant Construction Manager
- Junior Business Analyst
- Business Development
- Risk Management
- Project Supervisor
- Consultant Senior