Overview
Course summary
This course explores the many challenges faced by international project leaders – including those working on international development projects – and helps them to gain the skills to drive a successful business strategy. It covers contemporary topics such as AI, sustainability and Virtual Reality (VR) in learning.
Leading an international project – whether that is implementing a clean water system in a developing country or managing the construction of a skyscraper in Paris – requires an in-depth knowledge of macro-environmental, economic, cultural and political factors. On this course you will investigate these challenges and learn about the theory and practice of managing international projects successfully.
You will look at how global supply chains are affecting international projects, issues around culture shock, and contemporary best practice in sustainability and AI. You will also study the principles of international development projects and how to manage risk in these projects.
Based in central London, the course is taught by tutors and external speakers with extensive experience of leading international projects. It includes a networking dinner at Westminster House of Parliament and a trip to the venue for the London 2012 Olympic Games as an example of a mega international project. You will study alongside a diverse group of delegates from organisations and NGOs around the world, providing you with a valuable professional network for the future.
Who is the course aimed at?
- Existing or aspiring project managers working on large or mega projects, or those with an international dimension
- People working on international development projects
Tutor information
Dr Nicholas Dacre
Dr Nicholas Dacre is an Associate Professor of Project Management and Director the Advanced Project Management Research Centre (APROM). He has over 20 years’ experience in academia and industry, and has collaborated extensively with international partners, industry experts and the UK government on ‘ITS (Innovation, Technology, Sustainability) Complex’ research topics.
Dr Walaa Eldeen-Bakry
Dr Walaa Eldeen-Bakry has over 30 years’ experience in lecturing and academic management. He is a chartered Fellow of the British Computer Society, member of the Royal Economic Society and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. He holds a range of project management professional qualifications and is a PRINCE2 accredited trainer.
Himanshu Jain
Himanshu Jain is an expert practitioner and trainer, with two decades of experience in the EdTech, FinTech and AgriTech sectors among others. He creates and delivers training modules which combine practical industry insights with effective teaching methods, helping professionals navigate the challenges of today’s business world.
Ike Nwankwo
Ike Nwankwo is a Programme Management Consultant and Trainer with 25+ years’ experience leading and delivering multi-million-pound programs globally. He holds several project management qualifications, specializes in project management, strategy and leadership and leverages his professional expertise to provide insightful training that also combines practical project management with real-world experiences.
Course structure
This is a five-day course which runs daily from 9.30am to 5pm (9.30am–4pm on Friday). See below the focus for each day:
- Definition of international projects and international development projects
- Overview of the risk factors affecting the implementation of international projects (legal, political, security, infrastructure, geography, and economic)
- Leading project success in dynamic international contexts
- Agility in international projects: adapting to change and complexity
- AI and international projects: challenges and opportunities
- Global supply chains and their effect on international projects
- Site visit to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and how they are impacting international projects
- Planning, organisation and implementation of international projects: case studies (including international development and mega projects)
- Networking Dinner at the Palace of Westminster (House of Parliament)
- Virtual Reality case study in partnership with leading business school INSEAD highlighting the concept of paradoxical leadership in international projects
- Cross-cultural issues in international projects and cross-border NGO projects
What's included in the course cost?
- course materials via Blackboard (our learning management system)
- networking dinner at Westminster House of Parliament
- trip to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- two coffee breaks per day
- free wi-fi
- Westminster Certificate in Leading International Projects
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements to study on this course. However, as all classes are delivered in English, a working knowledge of the English language is required.
Accreditation
You will receive a Westminster Certificate in Leading International Projects which is certified by the UK CPD Certification Service.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course you will be able to:
- More effectively implement and lead international projects – including international development projects – and respond to the complexities they present
- Analyse and assess the factors (environmental, cross cultural, sustainable) which affect the selection and implementation of international projects
- Evaluate risks, selection and appraisal methods for international projects including international development projects
- Broaden your perspective via insights from industry experts and a network of international project managers
Booking
Thank you for your interest in this course. New dates will be announced shortly - fill in our enquiry form to be the first to know when bookings reopen. If you have questions about the course in the meantime, please contact us.
Please note that this course is only offered as part of our Executive Summer School.
Location
Westminster Business School in Central London
This course is taught on-campus. When taught on-campus, it takes place at our Marylebone Campus in central London, within easy walking distance of Regent's Park and Marylebone High Street.
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