College of Management Sciences
The B.Sc. in Project Management is designed to develop skilled project leaders who can deliver successful initiatives, utilising various project management approaches, including Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches.
Academic year | [academic_year]
Level | Undergraduate
Course Code: PJMG-N4NB
Mode of Study : Open and Distance Learning
Duration | 4 Years
Programme leader | Dr Adeola Okeke
The B.Sc. Project Management at SKAUP University prepares students to plan, execute, and manage projects successfully across industries. The programme combines theory with practical application in planning, budgeting, risk management, leadership, and quality assurance, while also incorporating international best practices, including the Project Management Institute (PMI) standards, PMP certification pathways, and PRINCE2 methodologies.
Delivered through SUBT’s Open and Distance Learning (ODL) model, the programme provides a flexible, technology-enabled learning experience, supported by real-life case studies and simulations. Students also benefit from access to the SKAUP Innovation Centre (SKAUP-IC), where they can apply project management skills to entrepreneurial ventures and start-up incubation.
The program spans four years, progressing from project management fundamentals to advanced strategies and innovations. It combines general studies, core project management modules, and electives, with applied learning via SKAUP-IC. Sample modules include:
Introduction to Project Management
Principles of Management
Business Mathematics & Statistics
Microeconomics
Introduction to Business Administration
Use of English & Communication Skills
Introduction to Computing & ICT
Nigerian Peoples and Culture
Project Planning & Scheduling
Principles of Marketing
Organisational Behaviour
Macroeconomics
Financial Accounting
Quantitative Methods for Business
Procurement & Contract Management
Entrepreneurship Studies I
Risk Management in Projects
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Project Monitoring & Evaluation
Strategic Project Management (aligned with PMI standards)
Business Research Methods
Business Ethics & Corporate Governance
Information Systems for Project Management
Industrial Training (SIWES)
Advanced Project Management (PMP and PRINCE2 methodologies)
Leadership & Change Management
Agile & Hybrid Project Management Approaches
International Project Management & Policy
Quality Assurance & Performance Metrics
Project Management Office (PMO) Practices
Final Year Project / Dissertation (Capstone Project aligned with PMP/PRINCE2 frameworks)
100-Level (UTME) Entry: Five O’Level credits (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) including English Language, Mathematics, Physics and two other science subjects, at not more than two sittings. JAMB UTME is not required for initial application, but must be regularised post-admission for NYSC eligibility.
200-Level (Direct Entry): ND/HND (≥ Lower Credit) in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields; or two A-Level passes in Mathematics, Physics (or equivalent). International applicants require equivalent qualifications and an IELTS score of 6.0 (or an approved equivalent).
Bridging & Access: Where gaps exist, foundation/CPD pathways are available, with admissions aligned to NUC guidelines and SUBT’s equity commitments.
