The Professional Postgraduate Level 7 in Interior Design Project Management is a specialized master’s-level program that combines advanced interior design knowledge with project management expertise. It is designed for design professionals, architects, and managers who want to lead complex interior design projects from concept to completion.
The program provides in-depth training in project planning, cost control, scheduling, procurement, contract management, and risk assessment, alongside advanced interior design principles such as sustainable practices, design innovation, and client-centered solutions. Students learn to integrate creativity with technical and managerial skills to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Through modules in design management, construction technology, building regulations, and digital tools for project visualization, learners gain the ability to oversee every stage of the design and build process. The program emphasizes real-world applications, including case studies, simulations, and applied research, enabling students to solve practical challenges faced in interior design project delivery.
The course culminates in a capstone project or dissertation, where students apply both design and project management skills to a major interior design project, demonstrating their ability to manage teams, coordinate stakeholders, and deliver innovative yet practical solutions.
Graduates of the Professional Postgraduate Level 7 in Interior Design Project Management are prepared for leadership roles such as interior design project manager, design director, project consultant, construction manager, or entrepreneur in the interior design and construction industries.
The Professional Postgraduate Level 7 in Interior Design Project Management is a master’s-level program designed to equip students with the ability to lead, coordinate, and deliver complex interior design projects at an advanced professional level. The program blends creative design knowledge with project management expertise, ensuring graduates can balance aesthetics, functionality, budget, and timelines effectively.
Students will gain advanced understanding in areas such as strategic project planning, design management, construction technology, procurement, sustainability, and contract administration, alongside interior-focused modules that emphasize innovation, design communication, and client-centered solutions. A strong emphasis is placed on real-world practice through case studies, simulations, and industry-focused projects.
The program also develops leadership and research skills, enabling students to analyze challenges, manage multidisciplinary teams, and make evidence-based decisions in high-stakes design projects. It culminates in a capstone thesis or major project, where learners apply both design and management skills to deliver a complete interior project from concept through execution.
Graduates will be ready to pursue leadership roles such as Interior Design Project Manager, Design Director, Project Consultant, or Construction Project Manager, with the ability to work confidently across both local and international markets.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Corporate Strategies
Corporate Finance
Organizational Behaviour
Strategic Marketing
Project Management
Interior Design Professional Practice & Management
Interior Construction Economics
Interior Design Construction
Studio Interior Design
Master Project 1
Master Project 2
Entrepreneurship and Innovation – This module develops the skills to identify and manage new opportunities in design and construction. It covers innovation, business planning, funding, and risk management, preparing students to lead entrepreneurial initiatives in the design industry.
Corporate Strategies – This module explores strategic planning and competitive positioning for organizations. Students learn how to analyze global markets, design corporate strategies, and make decisions that drive long-term growth.
Corporate Finance – This module provides advanced knowledge of financial management, including budgeting, investment appraisal, risk analysis, and corporate valuation, enabling students to manage the financial aspects of interior projects effectively.
Organizational Behaviour – This module examines how people and teams operate within organizations. It covers leadership, motivation, communication, and culture, equipping students to lead and manage diverse teams in design projects.
Strategic Marketing – This module focuses on innovative marketing approaches for design businesses. It covers branding, customer engagement, digital marketing, and market positioning to help organizations compete effectively.
Project Management – This module introduces advanced tools and techniques for managing interior design projects. Students learn scheduling, cost control, risk management, and stakeholder communication to deliver projects on time and within scope.
Interior Design Professional Practice & Management – This module prepares students for the professional practice of interior design, covering contracts, ethics, client relations, and business management within the design and construction industries.
Interior Construction Economics – This module explores the financial aspects of interior construction. It covers cost estimation, tendering, budgeting, and economic decision-making to ensure cost-effective project delivery.
Interior Design Construction – This module provides an in-depth understanding of construction methods, detailing, and building systems specific to interiors, bridging the gap between design concepts and practical implementation.
Studio Interior Design – A hands-on design studio where students apply advanced design and management knowledge to develop creative, functional, and client-ready interior solutions.
Master Project 1 – This module begins the capstone project. Students identify a complex interior design project, conduct research, and propose a management plan, applying both design and project management knowledge.
Master Project 2 – The final capstone project where students complete and present their independent research or consultancy project. It demonstrates mastery of advanced interior design project management at a professional postgraduate level.
Interior Designer
Design Project Manager
Interior Design Entrepreneur / Studio Owner
Corporate Strategy Consultant (Design & Creative Industries)
Interior Construction Manager
Design Practice Manager (operations & business side of design firms)
Strategic Marketing Specialist (Design/Creative Sector)
Interior Design Consultant
Design Researcher / Academic
Business Development Manager (Design & Architecture firms)
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