MSc International Project Development

Programme objectives

The MSc International Project Development aims to equip future managers with comprehensive project management skills, a global perspective, and practical experience through real-world case studies and industry networking.

Applying a strategy-focused, inductive approach, the programme emphasises leadership, adaptability, and innovation, incorporating the PM² certification to enhance professional credentials. Graduates gain essential skills for navigating global challenges, managing diverse teams, and leading projects in various industries

Upon completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:

• Execute business planning, entrepreneurship, and innovation projects, applying practical skills learned in the classroom.
• Lead and manage diverse teams, adapting to organisational changes and digital transformations.
• Master comprehensive project management methodologies and tools.
• Navigate and strategise innovative solutions within multicultural and digitally connected global organisations.

Skill sets

The MSc International Project Development programme, awarding an advanced higher education degree in international management (DESSMI), provides the skills to:

• Perform a functional analysis and implement an action plan that incorporates digital, sustainable and international components
• Conduct a scientific study and formulate a recommendation
• Develop ethical leadership abilities to strengthen one’s managerial posture

The skills blocks of the certification may not be acquired separately. The proposed curriculum covers all skills blocks.

Programme highlights

Master the fundamentals of project management on a global scale

Develop a well-rounded understanding of project management, including methodologies, marketing, finance, and innovation, while preparing to lead and adapt projects in multicultural, digitally connected, and transforming organisations.

Strengthen your managerial soft skills and learn from industry experts

Gain practical experience and skills in business planning, entrepreneurship, and innovation by working on real-world case studies with industry leaders like AXA Investment Managers and networking with professionals.

Gain a global outlook through an international challenge

Learn to navigate today’s project management challenges through the X-culture project, an international collaborative project where students work virtually with peers from various countries, gaining hands-on experience in managing real-world projects across different cultures and time zones.

Earn the PM² certification, developed and endorsed by the European Commission

The MSc International Project Development integrates the PM² Project Management Methodology, a globally recognised methodology. This certification further enhances students’ professional credentials and validates their expertise in delivering successful projects.

Professional experience (4-to-6 months)

The programme includes an internship or other practical experience (fixed-term contract, permanent contract, business start-up, etc.) where theories and skills are applied in a professional environment. Students are free to complete their professional experience in France or abroad, subject to approval by the internship director and based on its relevance to the programme and course content.

Adapted programme for high-level athletes and artists

High-level athletes and artists may benefit from an adapted programme in order to pursue both their studies and their passion.

To learn more about the MSc International Project Development in detail, please download the programme brochure.

Evaluation procedures

The programme is validated in two ways:

• Continuous assessment: Evaluations conducted throughout the course the programme in the form of individual or collective assignments to be submitted.
• Final assessment: Carried out at the end of the course and may take a number of different forms, most of which are individual.

At the end of the course and after validation of the ECTS for each year of training, the Level 7 DESSMI – MSc Global Management diploma is awarded to participants.

If certain modules have not been validated and therefore credits not obtained, the student may take a resit examination during the periods set aside for this purpose.

• Percentage of students sitting final examinations* : 100%
• Graduation rate* : 100%

Source: *Degree Rewarding Committee Report for the 2022-2023 year

Take your career to the next level:

The MSc International Project Development prepares future graduates for successful careers in project management through its integration of global project methodologies such as PM2, its emphasis on hands-on learning through real-world projects and by fostering skills in innovation, digital transformation and cross-cultural collaboration.

Graduates gain expertise in a range of areas important to project management, including financial management, negotiation, conflict resolution and change management, alongside essential soft skills, ensuring they are well-equipped to lead projects effectively and excel in dynamic professional environments.

Targeted careers

The MSc International Project Development can open the door to a wide variety of future careers within companies of all sizes operating in an international context or looking to expand internationally.

Graduates may go on to work on projects in areas such as:

• Construction & Engineering
• Services – Finance, insurance, consulting, healthcare, etc.
• IT/Tech – Digital transformation, ERP, CRM, web development, etc.
• Marketing – Product launch, digital campaigns, etc.
• Events – Concerts, festivals, corporate conferences, sporting events

Performance indicators

100%

Professional immersion¹

< 1 month

Average time to secure employment²

100%

Employment rate
at 6 months²

100%

Percentage of graduates entering targeted professions at 6 months²

Sources: ¹ Course data 2023-2024 | ² Graduate Employment Survey 2022 & 2023

Admissions Requirements

1-year course:

• Completion of a 4-year Bachelor’s degree (in business, economics, sciences, etc.) or a 3-year Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 1 year of professional experience
• Proof of English language proficiency is required during the application process (TOEIC, IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge, Duolingo)*

2-year MSc option:

• Completion of a 3-year Bachelor’s degree (Open to all backgrounds)

Proof of English language proficiency is required during the application process (TOEIC, TOEFL ibt, IELTS, Cambridge and Duolingo).*

*Contact us to learn more about the scores required for each test. 

Admissions process

• Complete the online application: apply.neoma-bs.fr
• Provide scanned copies of all original documents in English or French (CV, motivation letter, transcripts, etc.)
• Candidates who meet the admissions requirements will be asked to complete a deferred interview
• Admissions results are sent by email within two weeks of the interview.

Application fee : €100

Admissions calendar

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, from September with a final deadline for submissions in mid-July. Applicants will be informed of the admission jury’s decision within two weeks of the interview.

However, given the limited number of places, candidates are advised to apply as early as possible.

Additional recommendations

The MSc International Project Development welcomes students from a wide range of degrees including general management, economics, sciences, business, engineering, and architecture, who are willing and able to take up complex challenges.

Candidates should be able to communicate with confidence in English, participate in group work, demonstrate initiative, strong interpersonal skills, enjoy meeting people and having new experiences.

2-Year MSc Option

Discover the International Pre-Master, the extended course that makes a Master of Science accessible to students holding a 3-year bachelor’s degree!

Programme overview

Delivered on the Rouen campus, this programme serves as a gateway to a Master of Science (MSc) for graduates of a three-year higher education qualification (French Licence or Bachelor’s degree). The programme is also open to students with academic backgrounds in fields not directly linked to their desired MSc programme.

This first year of study in the International Pre-Master provides an overview of the core areas of business studies and the fundamentals of the selected MSc programme. Upon validation of this curriculum, students continue to their second year and obtain their Master of Science degree.

Please indicate your preferred Master of Science programme when preparing your application.

Programme strengths

Cultivate your cross-cultural competencies in a multicultural cohort of students, with instruction by an international faculty

Cultivate your cross-cultural competencies in a multicultural cohort of students, with instruction by an international faculty

Develop your skills in independent, critical thinking and effective communication

Empower your career trajectory thanks to career & personal development workshops

Gain professional experience through a 4-to-6-month internship in your first or second year

Evaluation procedures

The programme is validated in two ways:

• Continuous assessment: Evaluations conducted throughout the course the programme in the form of individual or collective assignments to be submitted.
• Final assessment: Carried out at the end of the course and may take a number of different forms, most of which are individual.

At the end of the programme, participants must validate 60 ECTS credits.

If certain modules have not been validated and therefore credits not obtained, the student may take a resit examination during the periods set aside for this purpose.

Professional experience

A professional experience (of minimum four months) is mandatory to validate your 2-year MSc. It can take place at the end of the first or second year of studies, in France or abroad.

Marina Bastounis

Head of programme

Expand your professional horizons and reach for a Master of Science from a top French business school.

Stories

Anqi YANG
2013-14

The first year of my MSc was a year of building the fundamentals skills necessary for almost every aspect of my professional life. Courses like Quantitative Methods gave me skills related to several fields of study, like economics and finance, helping me to read and analyse data in a more objective way. Geopolitics provided me with a comprehensive vision of world trade. Also, a full day’s work in an English-speaking environment strengthened my preparation for work in an international context. The courses were extremely useful and gave me confidence in my skills. What I also liked a lot is the diversity of teachers; they are from different countries, which really gives me a feeling of studying in an international school.

Romain PENNEL
2013-14

After completing a special two-year diploma in Marketing & Trade, I chose to go abroad and complement it with a bachelor’s degree in English. After graduating with a 3-year bachelor’s degree, I decided to enrol in the two-year MSc option at NEOMA Business School. It was the ideal solution for me, and I was able to earn a Master of Science. The first year at NEOMA prepared me for my MSc courses and the professional challenges of international business.