MBA in Project Management in Qatar
European Institute of Management and Technology (EIMT) · Delivered with Edzip Education
This online MBA in Project Management is for experienced project professionals moving towards programme-level roles that call for finance, governance and board-level skills. It carries 90 ECTS and runs for 18 months on the regular route, with a 6-month top-up route also available. You join any month, with no residency and no GMAT, GRE or language test. EIMT is a private institution in Zug, Switzerland, and Edzip Education supports you from Doha.
Programme at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Award | MBA in Project Management, awarded by EIMT. |
| Credits | 90 ECTS |
| Format | 100% online on the university's LMS, with flexible study times (about 10 to 15 hours a week), delivered through distance education in Qatar distance education qatar |
| Structure | Core MBA modules and specialist project management modules, ending with a supervised applied research project |
| Duration | 18 months on the regular route, with a fixed timeline that keeps you on track |
| Accelerated route | 6-month top-up route |
| Intake | Every month |
| Tests | Admission without GMAT, GRE or language tests |
| Residency | Study from Qatar, with no travel needed |
| Credit transfer | Up to 9 ECTS from recognised prior postgraduate study |
| Scholarship | Up to 30% of total tuition for eligible candidates, assessed in the standard admissions review, with no separate application |
| Fees | Shared by your Edzip advisor during your consultation |
Why you can trust this programme
- Accreditation: EIMT holds private accreditation and memberships. See Accreditation and recognition.
- Institution type and location: EIMT is a private higher education institution at Hinterbergstrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Zug, Switzerland, operated by Euro American Education GmbH.
- Alumni: EIMT reports more than 1,000 graduates from over 20 countries across its programmes.
- Edzip's local role: Edzip Education is a Doha-based online degree provider. We support you from admission to graduation.
- Who does what: EIMT teaches, supervises, examines and awards the degree. Edzip guides you from admission to graduation.
What is the MBA in Project Management?
This is a Master of Business Administration with a project management specialisation, built for people who already deliver projects. A PMP certification shows methodological competence. This MBA adds the finance, strategy and leadership layer that programme-level roles ask for.
Two examples of who it suits:
- A senior project manager who runs large multi-workstream projects and now needs to present a business case to a CFO and board.
- A PMO lead who wants to turn a reporting function into a strategic one.
About EIMT and Edzip Education
The European Institute of Management and Technology (EIMT) is a private higher education institution at Hinterbergstrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Zug, Switzerland, operated by Euro American Education GmbH.
EIMT teaches, supervises, examines and awards the degree. Edzip guides you from admission to graduation through Edzip's guidance services in Qatar . Edzip Education is a Doha-based online degree provider offering programmes designed for real career advancement: industry-relevant options that build practical knowledge, strengthen professional expertise and prepare you for greater career opportunities.
How do I get my degree attested for Qatar?
- Switzerland: Swiss ministry attestation of your degree documents.
- Qatar Embassy in Switzerland: Attests the documents.
- Qatar Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA): Completes the attestation.
Documents Required:
(All documents must be submitted in English)
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Who this programme is for
It suits project professionals who already carry delivery responsibility and want the business side of programme leadership. Working alongside a job is the design, which fits online degrees for working professionals in Qatar
Who it is for
What you can achieve
Career paths after the MBA in Project Management
The usual route runs from senior project manager to project director, programme director and then Head of PMO or VP of Projects. This MBA's finance, leadership and governance modules are aimed at the board-reporting and strategy side of those roles.
A second route is PMO transformation or portfolio leadership, covered by the programme and portfolio, digital PMO and stakeholder modules. A third is project finance, contracts or procurement leadership, supported by the project finance, contract management and procurement modules. Some graduates also move into advisory or consulting work.
Your results depend on your experience and the roles you target.
Eligibility
Academic route
A bachelor's degree in any discipline, or a relevant professional qualification. If you do not yet hold a bachelor's degree, you can apply with a Level 7 certification and 5 or more years of related experience in project management, programme delivery, PMO leadership, or construction and infrastructure roles.
Helpful background
A PM certification (PMP, PRINCE2, APM PMQ) adds strength to your profile and is welcome from any field.
Tests
Admission works without GMAT, GRE or language tests.
Credit transfer
Up to 9 ECTS from recognised prior postgraduate study. Contact Edzip before applying to check your eligibility.
Top-up route
Ask an Edzip advisor to confirm whether the 6-month route fits your background.
EIMT MBA in Project Management: Curriculum and Learning Outcomes
Explore a comprehensive curriculum combining core MBA business skills, specialist project management knowledge and applied research. Develop expertise in financial planning, programme and portfolio management, risk governance, agile methodologies, contract management, digital project tools and global procurement to address complex project challenges.
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Strategic Leadership, Finance and Business Innovation
Develop strategic leadership, financial decision-making, stakeholder influence and innovation skills to lead multidisciplinary teams and align project initiatives with organisational goals.
Modules Covered:
Strategic Financial Management
Strategic Marketing and Stakeholder Influence
Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Change Management
Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Potential
Build specialist knowledge in international project management frameworks, portfolio planning, risk management, agile delivery, project finance, contracts, governance, digital tools and global procurement.
Modules Covered:
Project Management Fundamentals and International Frameworks
Programme and Portfolio Management
Risk Management in Complex Projects
Agile, Scrum and Hybrid Project Methodologies
Project Finance, Cost Control and Contract Management
Stakeholder Management, Governance and Communication
Digital Project Management, PMO Design and Technology Tools
Global Trade, Procurement and Supply Chain in Projects
Apply your learning to a real project management challenge in your professional environment through a supervised research project. Potential topics include PMO design, governance redesign, project delivery improvement and risk management.
Module Covered:
1. Applied Research Project
Assessment Methods, Applied Research and Academic Support
You progress through the modules on the university's LMS at any time and on any device, and your supervised applied research project, based on a real programme management challenge in your workplace, completes the programme. You receive a certificate and transcript on completion. See our page on online graduation ceremonies in Qatar.
Your supervisor guides the project, and the Student Support team helps with study questions
Accreditations, Quality Recognition & Memberships
EIMT is connected with respected quality bodies and professional associations, reflecting our commitment to high academic standards and continuous improvement.
Standards
Recognition
Networks
Applies programme and institutional quality standards recognised by many employers and academic partners.
Certificate
Validates the managerial and global-management components of EIMT's curriculum.
Certificate
Places EIMT in a Brussels-based network of professional higher education institutions.
Certificate
An additional quality mark covering EIMT's School of Computer Science.
CertificateInstitutional status: EIMT is a private higher education institution in Cham, Zug, operated by Euro American Education GmbH. It stands apart from the state-chartered Swiss universities.
For GCC applicants: Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) reviews recognition separately from the accreditations above. If you are targeting a civil service or ministry role, check with your HR team or regulator before you enrol. Edzip supports you with that check at no cost.
Why choose this MBA through Edzip
EIMT's role
EIMT runs admissions, teaching and assessment, and awards the degree.
Edzip's role
Edzip guides you from first consultation to enrolment, and stays in contact during your studies.
Format fit
About 10 to 15 hours a week at times that suit your project schedule, with no travel.
Award
An MBA in Project Management awarded by EIMT, with certificate and transcript.
Scholarship
Up to 30% of total tuition for eligible candidates.
Employer funding
Edzip can prepare a documentation pack (programme outline, ECTS detail, accreditation details) for your employer's approval process.
MBA in Project Management vs PMP Certification: Key Differences
Compare the EIMT MBA in Project Management with the PMP certification in terms of qualification level, learning focus, career goals and assessment requirements. Understand how an academic degree develops broader business leadership and project management expertise, while PMP demonstrates professional project management competence. Explore how both qualifications can complement each other in your career development.
| Item | MBA in Project Management (EIMT) | PMP certification |
|---|---|---|
| Level |
Postgraduate degree, 90 ECTS
|
Professional certification |
| Focus |
Business leadership, finance, governance and PM specialism
|
Project methodology and practice |
| Best for |
Professionals aiming at programme or executive roles
|
Demonstrating methodological competence |
| Tests |
Admission without GMAT, GRE or language tests
|
Certification exam |
Many candidates hold a PMP or are working towards one, and the two complement each other.
How to Apply for the EIMT MBA in Project Management
Follow six steps to apply for the EIMT MBA in Project Management, from your initial consultation and profile review to document preparation, university submission and admission. Edzip provides guidance throughout the process, helping you understand your admission offer, available scholarship opportunities and payment options before beginning your studies through EIMT's online learning platform.
1. Free consultation.
Edzip reviews your background and confirms your entry route.
2. Profile review.
Edzip advises how to present your certifications and experience in your personal statement.
3. Document preparation.
You gather scanned educational credentials or qualifications, your passport, a photograph and an updated CV, with Edzip's review.
4. Submission.
You apply through EIMT's admissions portal after Edzip reviews it.
5. Offer and scholarship.
EIMT sends your admission letter within 3 working days, and Edzip explains the offer, any scholarship and payment options.
6. Start.
You receive your LMS login from the university, and your studies begin at your chosen monthly intake.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 90 ECTS online MBA with a project management specialisation, awarded by EIMT.
Target roles include programme director, Head of PMO and project finance leadership. Your results grow from your experience and goals.
Yes, after attestation through the Swiss ministry, the Qatar Embassy in Switzerland and Qatar MOFA.
Your Edzip advisor shares the current fee during your consultation and gives a full breakdown, including any scholarship, before you commit.
Intake runs every month. The university issues your admission letter within 3 working days.
Up to 9 ECTS from recognised prior postgraduate study may transfer. Edzip can assess your case before you apply.
Yes. Up to 30% of total tuition for eligible candidates, assessed in the standard admissions review, with no separate application.
Admission works without GMAT, GRE or language tests. You need a bachelor's degree, or a Level 7 certification with 5+ years of related experience. See Eligibility.
A PMP is a certification in project methodology. This is a postgraduate business degree. See the comparison table.
EIMT holds QAHE institutional accreditation and ACBSP candidate status, belongs to EURASHE, ATHEA and USDLA, and reports ISO/IEC 40180:2017 certification. See Accreditation and recognition.
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