Managing Major Engineering Projects

Overview

This University of Leeds specialization applies core project management discipline specifically to large-scale engineering work, where the stakes of cost overruns, missed timelines, and risk are higher than in a typical office project. It leans on real case studies and covers program- and portfolio-level thinking, not just single-project execution.

Who it's for

Pitched at an intermediate level, so it suits learners who already have some project management grounding and are ready to apply it to engineering-scale complexity — cost management, risk management, and multi-project portfolios. Just under 20,000 learners have taken it, reflecting a more specialized, engineering-focused audience.

Key skills

• Engineering-specific project and program management
• Project risk management and cost management
• Timeline planning and portfolio management
• Case-study-based research and presentation skills

A strong fit for engineers or technical leads stepping into project or program management responsibilities on large builds.