MSC Project Management

MSc PROJECT MANAGEMENT
ABERDEEN BUSINESS SCHOOL

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Contents
Year Book Team Co-ordinators Article Year Book Team Deans Atricle Project Management with Attitude Class Represenatatives Comments Student Profiles The Academic Team Course Social Gathering The Aberdeen Experience... Article from the Team Desk Year Book Team in Pictures Project Managemet Accolades 2 3 4 5 6 7 82 83 84 86 87 88
Year Book Team Co-Ordinators Article

Enweazu Ajiduah, Chairman Year Book Committee
Year Book Team
Ajiduah Enweazu
The Year Book Project Management class of 2008/09

My lifes journey would not have been complete without the mention of The Robert Gordon University (RGU), Aberdeen. The search of a management course that could help manage project across all sectors of life led to my coming to RGU to study MSc Project Management. I have always wanted an international experience, working with people with different background and nationality and the modern University multinational student population provided the opportunity. Still fresh in my mind was the winter of 2008, when at end of the Contract law lecture, the lecturer Bukola Faturoti introduced me to the class to talk about the year book. Simon the classrep was with me he gave me all the encouragement, as I shared the idea with the class expressing my enthusiasm and the need for us to have a Year book. The Class bought the idea a few suggestions were made even the lecturer gave me a copy of his own undergraduate yearbook to use as a guide and make modification. The conceived idea became a project from that moment. The beginning of the third semester, made a whole lot of difference as the course leader Senga Briggs gave an approval for the year book to be published, for her it was a proactive move for us to organize ourselves to produce a yearbook. The encouragement overwhelmed me when the likes of Nnamdi Obienu, Seun Olaniyonu and James Awam volunteered to be in the year book committee. The committee came up with the idea of making it an outstanding yearbook different from the other yearbooks that we were use to, a marketing tool it is was called considering the nature of our course and we wanted something different that could reflect our ability for research and creativity.
It was very challenging for us, the committee toiled and worked hard to see that this Year book was produced, we displayed very impressive multi tasking skills having to cope with the pressure of course works, part time jobs and placement meetings. We also had our dissertation to write. It was a very tough time management, but we pulled through. Today we are happy that you are reading through the pages of the year book, and our efforts were not vain. Finally, I thank God for letting me pass through this path; He made it possible for me. Many thanks to my course mates who supported this effort, without their inputs this would not have been possible. To the Dean of Aberdeen Business School and all our lecturers, thank you for your patience and sharing your knowledge with us. Jill Howatt thanks for your support which was very instrumental. The Gatehouse Design and Print Consultancy RGU, we will forever be grateful to you guys you made it possible for the printing of our department first yearbook. My special thanks goes to Senga Briggs for her undying support. To my committee I enjoyed every moment of working with you guys, you were all very professional, your discipline and passion for excellence was very remarkable. Thank you so much for the team spirit. I wish every one of us the very best in our career as project managers; remember to share your positive ideas because these ideas could shape our world for the better. Enweazu Ajiduah
Obienu Nnamdi
Awam James
Senga Briggs Course Co-Ordinator Bill Walker Print Manager Sarah Begg Design And Graphics
Olaniyonu Seun
Mark Murdock Photograhs
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Deans Atricle
Professor Rita Marcella, Dean Aberdeen Business School
Project Management with Attitude

Senga Briggs, Course Co-ordinator
Celebrating the Success of Project Management within Aberdeen Business School, Robert Gordon University
As Dean of Aberdeen Business School I am delighted with the development and success of Project Management. By way of introduction to this yearbook I thought it useful to outline the history of Aberdeen Business School, Robert Gordon University. Robert Gordon University is one of the UKs new universities, created in 1992. However it can trace its roots to 1731, when Robert Gordon bequeathed his estate to build a residential school for boys. In 1903, The Robert Gordons Technical College was formed to bring together a range of adult education activities in Aberdeen. It was redesignated The Robert Gordons Institute of Technology in 1965 and was awarded university status in 1992. It is renowned for its vocational focus and has one of the strongest graduate employment records of any UK university. Robert Gordon University has been named, for the second year running, by The Times Good University Guide 2010 as the best modern university in the UK. The university has three Faculties: Aberdeen Business School, The Faculty of Design and Engineering and the Faculty of Health and Social Care. Aberdeen Business School is one of the leading providers of management and professional education in Scotland and is more than forty years old. The School is business facing and our strong links with industry, commerce and the public sector enable us to ensure that our courses remain practical yet innovative, and offer students the very best learning experiences available. The Management Department of Aberdeen Business School is the host Department for the Masters in Science of Project Management. The staff of the department comprises professionals from a wide variety of disciplines including Operations Management, Quality Management, Financial Management, Supply Chain and Purchasing, Project Management and Entrepreneurship. The department has been very successful in attracting corporate income and achieved a
strong result in the very competitive Business and Management section of the Research assessment exercise. The Masters in Project Management is accredited by the Association of Project Management (APM). The School has built on achieving its accreditation by building strong links with the APM, and hosts the Local APM Chapter Body of Knowledge presentations and events. Aberdeen Business School is now also recognized by the Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Global Registered Education Provider. Registered Education Providers (R.E.P.s) are organisations approved by PMI to offer project management training for Professional Development Units (PDU). Professional membership with PMI adds exceptional credibility and career opportunity. One of the key opportunities for Project Management students is the six week work based placement project. The project is undertaken by small teams of students normally 2-4, working on real projects with business organisations. The placement office sources the projects from their contacts within the full range of local employers, although due to our location it is not surprising that the majority of projects are sourced within companies engaged in the oil and gas sector. The success of the course within Aberdeen Business School is evidenced by local companies seeking bespoke Project Management training for their employees, by the robust student numbers on all the modes of delivery offered, and by ultimately by the success of our students. It was truly remarkable that in 2009, for the second year running, a team from the Aberdeen Business School won the Association for Project Management (APM) Student Challenge, beating teams from across the UK. Also earlier this academic year a student from Robert Gordon University won the competition (between Robert Gordon University and Aberdeen University) run by the local chapter of APM for the best dissertation. I am delighted that the 08/09 set of students have shown their ability as future project managers with this special initiative of this novel yearbook - which is a first of its kind in for the department and the Aberdeen Business School.
Four years ago Robert Gordon University determined that ONE University-wide Masters of Science in Project Management should be developed to address the need for high quality provision of project management competence identified by market research. Market research identified that organizations across all sectors recognized that effective project management was essential in order to ensure their continued success and stability. The development provided a unique opportunity to offer a University-wide course designed to meet the needs of a range of discipline areas such as engineering, business, health and energy in all sectors of the economy including private, public service and the voluntary sector. Beyond the specialist areas it is equally relevant to areas like renewable energy, de-commissioning, and the nuclear industry. It is also be highly relevant to the new emerging market of project management in professional services like HR, Finance and IT which is largely being driven by government modernization and large scale outsourcing. The Masters was the first UK Course to achieve accreditation from the Association of Project Management (APM). The University is also a Registered Educational Provider for the Project Management Institute (PMI) and is being assessed by the PMI in September for accreditation. The Project Management Programme has grown from strength to strength since its launch in 2006 and is now one of the biggest programmes in Aberdeen Business School. Our success to date, both in terms of student numbers and corporate clients has given us a very strong base from which to stabilize and grow. It may be that the economic downturn will slow growth but we expect given the international base of both the full time and distance modes for market driven growth to continue. The Masters provides an educational programme of fundamental and specialized project management
knowledge across a wide range of disciplines necessary for its graduates to be effective in the team and manager roles in recognized specialties of project management. The focus on team work across a diverse student population from a variety of disciplines ensures an in depth understanding of industry and cultural contexts. The addition to BSM079 of a short work placement for full time students where they work in a team either to participate in a current project or to review an aspect of a completed project strengthens and grows relationships with industry partners. Several of our students have obtained employment as a result of these placements. Such placements provide graduates with the tools and techniques needed for successful practice in the period following graduation. It is very rewarding to note that many students come from word of mouth recommendations from other students. The Masters supports the student through the journey to becoming a project manager by ensuring that they have professional as well as academic qualifications when they leave the programme and understand the value and need for life long learning. This has been achieved by collaborating with the APM to allow students to sit the APMP exam and thus obtain a professional qualification and by ensuring that students have to start a Continuing Professional development portfolio as part of the course. Our Masters is unique - it is university wide and multidisciplinary. The underpinning vocational focus of Robert Gordon University aligns well with the practical discipline of project management and the intellectual rigour underpinning an educational Masters of this nature. Elements which we believe have underpinned our success include: graduate employment, vocational focus; flexibility, alignment with corporate clients, improvement and not least the professionalism and commitment of our students. Good luck to you all and keep in touch!
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Class Represenatatives Comments

Iheakaram Chidozie, Class Representative
deji_leye@yahoo.com
Adedeji adeleye
Oh what fondness, what memories shall I remember most? Will it be the first day in class when the ten new faces got up and presented themselves as group leaders for the special John Lewis project or will it be the John Lewis project itself? Now that project deserves a special mention as it ran us amok from September through November and I have done just that. What about the very nice Galvin? The ultimate client who leaves you more perplexed as you leave his presence after a meeting with him. So what was the project scope after that last meeting with Galvin? I shall remember it all. From the team that did us proud by winning the first prize at the APM students week to the lunch at the end of second semester (project termination day). A big thank you to the tutors and the module coordinator, Senga Briggs for their support in the past year.
Big thumbs up to Ajiduah and his team for their steadfastness in seeing this yearbook through despite the enormous challenges before them, and to Senga for her role in bringing it to fruition. If you had not turned up for the lunch, this yearbook project would not have achieved its ultimate deliverable. So a big thumbs up to you all my cohorts for your support and overwhelming presence on lunch day. Finally guys, REMEMBER THIS IS A MASTERS CLASS. Adios. Dozie. Nationality Nigerian First Degree BSc Electrical / Electronics Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Aberdeen is a safe place to study, academic distraction is low as such you have to FACEBOOK. For those that like to club there are whole lots and lots of clubs and pubs where students can socialise. Academically the program is challenging and rigorous, I believe that I have learn a lot and I am looking forward to applying what I have learnt in an organisation I will be working after my graduation. For me the program is a success. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Planning and control, Risk management. Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management discipline cut across all works of life as such most organisations is adopting project management ethics to run their programs and business as usual activities in order to achieve their strategic goals and objectives. Professional Interests Interested in the PMP, PRINCE2, and PEST. After here, what next? Apply what I have learnt in an organisation I will be working.
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bruno adigo
bruncad@yahoo.com
bimboladio@yahoo.co.uk
ABIMBOLA ADIO
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447531416784 First Degree

Agric. Economics and Extension
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? It a discipline that will be very relevant to both the public and private sector. Professional Interests Professionalism After here, what next? Continuous development.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +2348029020990 First Degree

Mechanical Engineering
Professional Interests
MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Prince2 Certification and other suitable Capstone courses.
After here, what next? Further build on my project managing competencies through trainings, certifications and experience by working closely with well groomed intellectuals with expertise and experience in the field of project management.
Your Experience in Aberdeen Not too bad What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Leadership and Strategic Management
Your Experience in Aberdeen

Exceptionally wonderful.
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Procurement Management (Logistics and Supply Chain Management); Project Risk and Scope Management.
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EHIZOGIE AIGUOMUDU
huricane_ehiz@yahoo.co.uk
enweazu@yahoo.com
ENWEAZU AJIDUAH
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s)

7522775149
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? As an integral part of any business endeavour. It should be integrated into all undergraduate courses as required by their various industries. After here, what next? Further develop the skill i have acquired on the course and placement.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +44(0)7867944638 First Degree
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project management as a body of knowledge. Project leadership and governance as they are very important in the changes that will shape our world. Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project Management will continue to evolve to make our world a better place to live and do business. Professional Interests PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP), APM, Knowledge management After here, what next? The race continues; be a better man, make the changes I can. For me it is going to be continuous professional development.
First Degree
Chemical Engineering
BSc. Biochemistry
Your Experience in Aberdeen It has been a very challenging experience for me, both as a student and as an international visitor. The weather was a very big challenge; it was my first time in such a cold region with little sunshine. I loved the cultural heritage of Scotland; hmmm yeah Ill love to be here again and again as a tourist. Studying Project Management in an Oil city like Aberdeen was a very good experience; my placement was an excellent opportunity to merge classroom theory with practise.
Your Experience in Aberdeen It been a pleasant journey so far. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Quality Management, Project,Programme, Portfolio Management, Project Planning And Control
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CHINEDU AKIRI
Chinedu_akiri@yahoo.com
amadimavis@yahoo.co.uk
mavis amadi
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447515559124, +2348056093488 First Degree B.Tech. In Mechaniacal Engineering. Second Degree (asides Business Management) Pgdip. In Energy Futures (Oil & Gas). Your Experience in Aberdeen No professional experience in Aberdeen for now, just academics. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Organisational Behaviour, Risk and Safety Management, Project Planning and Control, and Supply Chain Management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? On completion of my MSc degree. Professional Interests Project Engineer, maturing to a Project Manager. After here, what next? Work towards achieving professional interests.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07849085591 First Degree Chemical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Not bad. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk and Safety Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? The project management discipline is an international fact. Once called the accidental profession project management has emerged as a distinct management discipline. Increasingly, government and private companies are turning to project management approaches to encourage innovation, improve efficiency, solve problems and manage scarce resources. Professional Interests APM, PMI ETC After here, what next? Back to work!
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nnadozie amadi
leslieamadi@yahoo.com
anichibueze@yahoo.com
chibueze ani
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07538183918 First Degree BSc (Hons) Accounting Your Experience in Aberdeen It has been a highly enlightening and entertaining roller coaster ride having to balance an intensive course, part time work and a social life. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Health, Safety and Environmental management, Project Risk management and Information management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? In a complex and constantly changing environment revolving around projects, the future of project management as a discipline in the nearest future is still a work in progress but one full of potential. Professional Interests PRINCE, PMI, APM, ACCA After here, what next? Continuous professional development is the key to remaining relevant in any industry and gaining this from experience in employment or taking professional exams are paths to be undertaken in the nearest future.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +44(0)7532172831 First Degree B. Eng. Mechanical and Production Engineering. Your Experience in Aberdeen My experience in Aberdeen can simply be described as 360 degrees realities of life. It goes beyond ordinary accademic classroom lectures. I was taught, but I learnt how to manage myself well and to help others manage themselves well too. Life experience in Aberdeen made me tough, thick, strong and undaunting. Most importantly, I learnt that God is a champion overall the best project manager. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Management as a body of knowledge. Precisely, Project Leadership and gGovernance as they are very
two areas that binds Project Management as a body of knowledge. Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see Project Management ruling the affairs of mankind. Life is full of portfolios whose deliverables cannot be successfully delivered without Project Management principles. No wonder most professional body of knowledge consider it an important borrowed course. Professional Interests Project Management Professional (PMP), Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) After here, what next? With much that I have learnt, I hope to take up Project Managerial role and responsibility in the field of oil and gas industry globaly for a reasonable number of years. Finally, I will end my Project Management career in the field of politics both at local and international level.
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ganiyu anifowoshe
anifowosheayotunde@yahoo.com
Princewill142@live.co.uk
okechukwu anyika
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07501006906 First Degree Mechanical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen My experience here in the Granite city is fantastic and Unique ,my network has increase as I have schooled in one of the best business school (Aberdeen Business School) in Europes Oil Capital city . What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Time Management, Cost Management & Risk management are my areas of interest as this are the areas I need to develop my competencies in project controls management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see it as a professional discipline that changes with time and will continue to produce a unique products and services from now and even in the future. The agility in project management will continue forever in as much the society continue to demand for change in all sectors of the industry. Professional Interests Certified membership of the PMI and PRINCE2 practitioner. After here, what next? As an agile project controls engineer in the oil and Gas sector ,after my MSC. Programme, I will update my project management skills with all the project management knowledge areas acquired during my course of study and implement it in my job so as to grow in my career path.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07833224046 First Degree Electrical/Electronics Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen My experience of studying in Aberdeen through the Robert Gordon University has been incredible. Located in one of the most beautiful parts of Scotland, I have had the opportunity to really engage with the social and cultural aspects of my environment. Living here has not only allowed me to progress my academic studies. I have also broadened my outlook and developments on a personal level in many positive ways.
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Cost Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Communications Management and Project Risk Management. Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? The study of project management can almost be considered as a glimpse into the future of our knowledge-based Occupation. While the practice of Project management continues to grow rapidly, Project Management profession will evolve incrementally, if ever Professional Interests Whatever interests, is interesting. William Hazlitt After here, what next? I will be able to allocate resources to achieve a goal which is the hallmark of Project Management. I will explore the politics, issues, challenges and solutions that can be applied in making a project, my life and ......... just a little easier to deal with.
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blessing asiegbu
blessingjohnson@yahoo.com
james.awam@jamesandsolomons.com www.facebook.com/james.awam
james awam
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07954549101 First Degree Philosophy Your Experience in Aberdeen Very good one. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? In the near future Project Management will be a very good profession. Professional Interests Project Manager
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447596438260 01224324361 First Degree BSc Business Administration Your Experience in Aberdeen Exhilarating, Worthwhile. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Planning, Business Case, Leadership and Project Governance.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management in the nearest future will be at the centre of every organisational and national operation. Excellent Project Management will in the nearest future be the standard unit of measure for organisations, countries, people and endeavours. It is going to be the yardstick to determine the extent of growth, rate of success for any economy, business or even an individual. Professional Interests Knowledge Management, LEAN Management, Business Process Management.
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courage basil
couragebasil@yahoo.com
walcottshour@yahoo.com b.w.braide@rgu.ac.uk
boma braide
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07766029236 First Degree BTech Electrical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen It was an interesting experience, I had the opportunity to meet people from different background, share ideas and work as team. I believe with the knowledge gained, i will be able to cut across all sectors of business related activities. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk management and stakeholder management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management is a versatile course whose knowledge could be applied in almost all the sectors if not all. In the construction industry for example etc project management could be seen as a discipline. Professional Interests I am interested in PMI and Prince 2 After here, what next? I will go back to the oil and gas industry where I can apply the knowledge acquired from project management.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07599289632 07868369051 +2348036706889 First Degree Project Management Second Degree (asides Business Management) Architecture Your Experience in Aberdeen It was wonderful especially meeting and learning with students from diverse backgrounds even though the majority were Nigerians. Also, interacting with the lecturers was extremely resourceful because it made learning interesting and easy especially with the feedbacks.
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Fundamentals, Quality Management, Commercial Realities, Risk Management and Organisational Behaviour. Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see project management in the nearest future to become the next best thing to living because even life is a project which must achieve the desired benefits (deliverables) in terms of scope, time and scope within budget. Professional Interests Facility Management, Digital Architecture, Project Management, Safety Health Environment Quality popularly known as SHEQ. After here, what next? I will search for a job under the post study work scheme to gain the famous UK work experience or otherwise............. lets see how this new project goes.
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raphael chindah
raphaelchindah@yahoo.com
emekachukwuonwe@yahoo.com
emeka chukwuonwe
Nationality Nigerian First Degree BEng Petroleum Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen In terms of education, I have acquired a lot which if found in any of the industries/sectors, would perform well. Overall it is fantastic. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk management has been the most interest area in the Project management course, as it is one of the basic factors that would have to be considered for the success of any project.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management is a versatile course whose knowledge could be applied in almost all the sectors if not all. In the construction industry for example etc project management could be seen as a discipline. Professional Interests Interested in the PMI, PRINCE2, APM AND SPE. After here, what next? After my MSC. Programme, I will go back to the oil and gas industry where I belong to impact the knowledge acquired.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447947925403, +2348037398811 First Degree Electrical & Electronics Engineering What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Planning and Scheduling, Monitoring and Control of Project Activities
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? It see it as an essential neccessity for embarking on huge projects. Professional Interests
Engineering, Telecommunications, Oil and Gas.
After here, what next? Well, the lord is my sheperd. I follow his tidal waves
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dwaipayan das
dwaipayan28@gmail.com
dunno293@yahoo.com
samson dunno
Nationality Indian Contact Telephone Number(s)

07824331525, 00919883238923
First Degree
B Engg. Mechanical
Your Experience in Aberdeen Sold a lot of Burgers @ McDonalds The only time I had fun in Aberdeen was when I interacted with my classmates. Hence for me my experience in Aberdeen was great because of the wonderful individuals I met as a part of being in MSc Project Management RGU batch 2008-2009 What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Planning and Commissioning are the two stages of the Project Life cycle that made me fall in love with project Management because in the Real world this is where we Project Managers run the show.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? There have been projects for as long as groups of people have set out to achieve things, which is longer than recorded history. Knowingly or unknowingly every human being practises Project Management in day to day life. Thus Project Management as a discipline will always remain but the processes will keep evolving and it is up to us as trained Project Managers to help evolve this discipline in the right direction. Professional Interests Managing Projects in Engineering, Procurement and Construction Companies. After here, what next? First of all, I want to spend time with my new born kid, as you all know I have missed a lot in my personal life to gain this MSc Project Management degree. Professionally, like everyone else, look for a job anywhere in this beautiful world.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447859236664 First Degree Economics Your Experience in Aberdeen Worthwhile What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Procurement Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management is the discipline required for excellence in the future Professional Interests Management Consultant After here, what next? Get a job in managing and coordinating projects
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kingsley eboh
ebohkc@yahoo.com
eno ekpenyong orok
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07748460733 First Degree Accounting Second Degree (asides Business Management) Management PGD Your Experience in Aberdeen Very lovely and something to write home about. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Supply Chain, Risk Management, Planning & Control.
Professional Interests Project Manager After here, what next? To get a good Project Management job here in the UK or Nigeria, depending where it first come from.
Nationality Nigerian First Degree Chemical Engineering (BEng) Your Experience in Aberdeen It has really been a wonderful, educative and exciting experience. I have been exposed to planning in a professional sense (via MS project). What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in?
Quality and Environmental Management, Planning and Control, Risk and Safety Management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see Project Management get to the pinnacle in many industries with project managers highly sought after for projects embarked on. Professional Interests Quality certification, Prince2 certification and PMP certification. After here, what next? I see myself practicing as a Project Manager with a specialization in Quality and Environmental Management. I also see myself becoming a professional consultant for international organizational projects.
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stephen emenike
emenike.stephen1@gmail.com
Mollie_dee@yahoo.com
omalade erogunaiye
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07528166781 First Degree BEng Electrical Electronics Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Awesome and good! What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project leadership, planning and sustainable stakeholders collaboration management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Its applicability in all types of businesses; be it big, medium or small ticket deals. Professional Interests Project consulting with special focus on HSE, Planning, Project Sponsorship, Quality and Management Services. After here, what next? To partner with a world-class project organisation while building my own foundation of knowledge to be used as a resource.
Nationality Nigeria Contact Telephone Number(s) 07849044419 First Degree Geology Your Experience in Aberdeen Nice and Quiet
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk management and Project strategy Professional Interests Develop a career as a risk analyst. After here, what next? Build up a career in project management
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valmon erU
Valmoney2000@yahoo.com
liavenchi@yahoo.com
julia ezennaya
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07531902034 First Degree Production Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Apart from the weather it was fine; although there was no cultural mix. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk Management and Project Monitoring
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I cannot say for now but i think it will envolve into culture as in a way of life in the near future. Professional Interests
Manufacturing Technology
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07894500857 First Degree Geology & Mining Your Experience in Aberdeen Good. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? I am interested in Project Communication Management because communication is the key to successful projects. Hence, maintaining regular, open and correct channels of communication with all level of project staff and stakeholders is vary important in ensuring the smooth flow of information and adequate warning of risks and changes to enable early assessment and preparation.
Failure to pay attention to this knowledge area is often how a good project is turned into a failure. Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project Mangement discipline is increasing in intensity and will lead to the advancement of global Project Managent profession. In the nearest future, both government and private companies will completely turn to project management approaches to encourage innovation, improve efficiency, solve problems and manage scarce resources. Professional Interests My main interests are in the principles and theories of Project/Programme Management and communication among project team members. After here, what next? Practicing Project Management
After here, what next? Back to the engineering field.
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stephen forbes
sjwforbes@gmail.com
bolanlefowode@yahoo.co.uk
christiana fowode
Nationality British First Degree MA Honours Management Studies Your Experience in Aberdeen It has been an interesting and worthwhile course and I believe it will benefit me greatly in the future What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Value Management/Engineering, Project Context, Portfolio/Programme Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? The world is a portfolio of projects and well trained project management professionals are going to turn around project success rates! Professional Interests Oil Services Industry, Finance, Strategic Planning After here, what next? Staying in Aberdeen and hoping to work for an oil service company and eventually become a project manager for a large complex project.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07538208750, 01224-580909 First Degree Chemical and Polymer Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen It was very interesting, educating and a very cold weather. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk Management, Issue Management and Startegic Management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Its going to be much more appreciated. Professional Interests Project Management After here, what next? Starting a career and a family.
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irvin gaigg
Irvin@hotelhelga.com
gavvala.rakesh@gmail.com
rakesh gavvala
Nationality
Austrian
managers job and to deal with such situations will always need special skills which cant be taught in a lecture theatre.
Nationality Indian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07593233394 First Degree Intermediate Second Degree (asides Business Management) Bachelors of Engineering (production engineering)
Your Experience in Aberdeen It is the coolest place i have ever seen. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Supply chain management, Planning and Pmbok. After here, what next? If i get a good job i will settle in it.
Contact Telephone Number(s)

+436641355145
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future?

It is not a new discipline, it has been used to build the pyramids which are older than 10000 years. Its a reinvention of an old discipline with a new fancy name in a fast changing environment. In the future software will handle the organisation of the schedule and the suppliers and the project manager will be the person to blame and the first to go when things go wrong.
First Degree
BEng Computing & Electronic
Second Degree (asides Business Management)

Ing. Business & Engineering

The most interesting part for me in Project Management are the people involved and the way to use the different skills efficient to make a project succeed. Fire fighting will always be a major part of a project managers job and to deal with such situations will always need special skills which cant be taught in a lecture theatre.
My professional interest is to analyse the inefficient communication between managers and engineers.
After here, what next?

To get involved in a project which actually makes a change to the people on the world! There are plenty of jobs out there when you are willing to work for it. My philosophy is ONE STEP BACKWORDS, TWO STEP FORWARDS
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in?

The most interesting part for me are the people involved and the way how to use the different skills efficient to make a project succeed. Fire fighting will always be a major part of a project
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ting hu
ting.huu@gmail.com
dozxy@yahoo.com
chidozie iheakaram
Nationality Chinese Contact Telephone Number(s) 07904141785 First Degree Engineering Management (Construction)
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Construction Business After here, what next? China
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +2348033419211 What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk Management and Governance
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see project management as the backbone of any progressive organisation. After here, what next? Back to the good life!
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dennis ikhile
derrickdinky@yahoo.com
anire777@yahoo.com
joel jemine
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07508018906 01224591616 First Degree Mechanical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Splendid! Its been worth the time and happy I came up here for this MSc otherwise I would have lived through life regretting it. For real tho! What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Risk Management, Project Planning & Control and Project Team.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project Management as a discipline to me will continue to be evergreen as more and more companies now have Project Offices incorporated within their organisational structure. More graduate will be needed to work under carefully selected project teams. This can only mean an increase in demand for graduates of our great profession as more Project Managers will be well sort after. Professional Interests Oil and Gas Projects Management After here, what next? I dont know yet, fingers crossed and just hope for the best really.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07951286399 First Degree Business Admin Your Experience in Aberdeen A Big Village very Nice and quiet everybody knows each other. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Planning and Control
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? All over the world with concentration in Africa and Nigeria in particular. Professional Interests Getting Problems Solved by playing my role to get a work done. After here, what next? Explore the wider world
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israel konkwo
konkwoizzy@yahoo.com
jenymathews@gmail.com
jeny mathews
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447846683989 First Degree Metallurgical & Materials Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Excellent One. Lot of stories to tell generations to come
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Risk Management and Strategy; Planning and Control Professional Interests Construction; Oil and Gas After here, what next? Professional Job / Further Degree in Project Management
Nationality Indian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07809633968 First Degree B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Pleasant What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Planning, Monitoring and Control, Quality Management, Project Governance
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Continuous innovation and change are a part of organisational development and as long as there is change, Project Management has a bright future. Professional Interests Project Management in the Telecommunications Industry After here, what next? Career in Project Management
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john mogba
osijam@yahoo.com
oludarenubi@yahoo.com
oludare nubi
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07501705209, 07727820046 First Degree B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Aberdeen is my kind of City, beautiful and peaceful with lots of wonderful and friendly people. Ive really enjoyed my stay so far. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Oil and Gas Management, Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? From all indications, Project Management has come to stay. I strongly believe that in the nearest future it will be the most lucrative discipline because it cuts across all sectors. Professional Interests
Engineering Project Management
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07590488105 002348023102565 0023418162699. First Degree B.sc Urban & Regional Planning Second Degree (asides Business Management) MBA Business Administration Your Experience in Aberdeen Quite eventful and exciting What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk management, Planning and Strategy.
Professional Interests Management and Finance After here, what next? Return to Nigeria.
After here, what next? Ill try and secure a job as a project engineer in the oil and gas sector here in Aberdeen. Ill also work towards getting more project management certifications.
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lawrence nwabuokei
lorenzoemekus@hotmail.com
nnnobienu@yahoo.com
nnamdi obienu
Nationality American/Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447523463949 +2348056003921 First Degree Bsc ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE Your Experience in Aberdeen Coming to The Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen has been a great experience; it has exposed me to the rudiments of Project management at an advanced stage. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Finance- Estimating, Budgeting and Cost Control Etc.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I have a dream that One day, Project managers will be the decision makers in all organisations I have a dream. My dreams always come true... Professional Interests Project management institute USA , APM UK. After here, what next? Going back to my Job, as Project accountant for an Oil and gas servicing firm and in the next five years establish a world class project management consultancy firm.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +44 795566131 +2348033383456 First Degree BEng. Materials and Metallurgical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen It has been a very pleasant experience, met a lot of people from diverse backgrounds and made a lot of new friends. Its a very nice town with nice people. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Planning, Strategic Management and Portfolio management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see project management as being the focal point of all businesses across all sectors in the nearest future. Professional Interests PMI, APM, NMS, NSE and COREN After here, what next? Go into Project management full time probably in the oil and gas sector, gaining as much experience as possible and then go into Project management consultancy.
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oluwakemi odesanya
kemiodesanya@yahoo.com
Babatunde.odunlami@yahoo.co.uk
babatunde odunlami
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07846996923 First Degree Geology (BSc.) Your Experience in Aberdeen Aberdeen is a great place to live and study; I have had a great learning experience at Robert Gordon University, had the opportunity to work with people from different background and all the teams I have worked with during my study in school can be described as great. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? I am interested in Risk Management and Projects Control
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management is the worlds fastest growing profession; it is a discipline that offers flexibility in the face of an ever changing world. Project management is a modern profession that is totally transferable from business to business, sector to sector, and profession to profession and adds value to an organisation corporate strategy. I see organisations becoming more project oriented in the delivery of their business objectives; this will thus help to enhance the value of the profession. Professional Interests Managing projects in the oil and gas sector of the economy After here, what next?
Secure my dream job and start a family
Nationality British First Degree Economics Your Experience in Aberdeen Below expectations What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Strategic leadership
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see PM being the core of predominantly every organisation. Professional Interests Consulting After here, what next? Making returns on investments.
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kenyoh offem
dairy_of_kenyoh@yahoo.co.uk
osayiogbeide@yahoo.com
osayi ogbeide
Nationality British Contact Telephone Number(s) 07802634978 First Degree B. Agricultural Economics/extension Second Degree (asides Business Management) MSc. Agric Econs/Ext. Your Experience in Aberdeen Its been pretty interesting Love the people to bits. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Supply chain management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? At the forefront of the management discipline being all encompassing and relevant to every sector of society. Professional Interests Finance, Insurance, stock broking and NGOs After here, what next? Hopefully get a rewarding job accompanied with continuous personal development/challenges and a promising career. And I might pursue a PH.D in the soonest future.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07533574951 First Degree Production Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Enlightening! What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Supply Chain Management and Risk Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? The development of Project Management into a more highly specialised discipline. Professional Interests PMI After here, what next? Return to Nigeria
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nnadozie ogbuehi
o_doz2000@yahoo.com
oiwohvictor@yahoo.com
victor oiwoh
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07735070032 +234(0)8060551240 First Degree Mechanical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Its been splendid; I have met a lot of interesting people. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Planning Quality and Environmental Management Systems Risk Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? In the near future, I see project management standards as been very developed and extensively applied. Professional Interests Engineering projects, supply chain projects and humanitarian projects After here, what next? I will head back to my home country, in the months and years to come, continually seek to promote best practice of project management and to develop projects that utilise available resources to better the standard of living of people in developing nations.
Nationality Nigeria Contact Telephone Number(s) +44(0)7883837911 +234(0)8023901144 First Degree Business Administration Your Experience in Aberdeen My Aberdeen experience is one of the best gifts I have offered myself in a life time. Learning to study in an environment of multiple weather seasons in a day. I believe the challenges have prepared me for the best that life has to offer. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Human Resource Management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see project management as the discipline for the future that has already begun especially in my beloved country Nigeria. Effective and efficient Project management is the vehicle that will take the world to the next level. Professional Interests Management consulting and exceptional customer service After here, what next? Get a Project management job with career prospect. Managing project worth about $5 million in the next five (5) years. Becoming a professional of sound ethics in the project management field.
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ikechukwu okpala
ikjones2@yahoo.com
Olusola_prevail@yahoo.com
olorunnisola okunuga
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07904115503 First Degree Environmental Resource Management Your Experience in Aberdeen Was an average experience, but had its problems(lots). What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Risk Management Project Communication Management Project Human Resource Management Project Procurement Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Pioneer of all projects and businesses. Professional Interests Achieve APMP and PMP certification After here, what next? Pursue a career in project/ environmental management.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07551838939 First Degree Mechanical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Wonderful experience of getting to meet people, see places, stress of studying and the very unstable weather condition. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project scheduling and planning.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? The core to the survival of most organisations if not all. After here, what next? For me get a good career as a project manager and a world class performing saxophonist.
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seun olaniyonu
blinkysoa@gmail.com
dologun@yahoo.com
dare ologun
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +2398034018392 +447795008951 First Degree BSc. International Law & Diplomacy Your Experience in Aberdeen It has been a new and pleasant experience, met a lot of individuals from different backgrounds and made a lot of new friends. Its basically a fun town, and youll want to come here anytime. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project risk management, Strategic management and Team management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management is a requirement needed in every aspect of business, and I see this discipline as a focal point of all businesses across all sectors in the nearest future. Professional Interests PMI, APM, GARP After here, what next? Further development in project management areas, and possibly project management consultancy.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447599724591 First Degree Accountancy Second Degree (asides Business Management) MBA Your Experience in Aberdeen Aberdeen is a cool town, compared other towns in United kingdom, and the locals are a bit friendly. Its not a bad place to settle down, considering that its the Oil and gas base of United Kingdom. Hmm, my experience has been wonderful, from the part time job; I got to learn a whole lot of new things apart from academic. Its been good.
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? The whole project management. Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management is going to be a household name like accountancy etc. There is nothing you do that will not require an aspect of project management. Professional Interests Cost estimating and project controls. After here, what next? Go back to my job and add more value.
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eberhiri olomu
olomuben@yahoo.com e.b.olomu@yahoo.com
jitesplace@yahoo.com o.omiragwadia@rgu.ac.uk
onajite omiragwadia
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07837977406 Second Degree (asides Business Management) Electronic/Telecom Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Exciting, wonderful! What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Time and Cost Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? No limitation to the opportunities available. Professional Interests Construction Project Management After here, what next? Continuation of the master plan.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +44(0)7588679160 +44(0)7950464157 +234(0)8027338546 First Degree Electrical Electronic Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Quite an international experience as I envisaged. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Planning and control, strategy and leadership and project risk and safety management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? There has to be some benchmark to keep the standard up else everyone would want to be a project manager in the near future because it has become the global career. Professional Interests Career in supply chain management in the telecom sector else public service. After here, what next? Before the job comes, start networking back to Nigeria for self start-up in business.
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ehi omokhuale
0810677@rgu.ac.uk saintdestiny_1@yahoo.com
okconuoha@yahoo.com
chiedozie onuoha
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07792853879 First Degree Mechanical Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Interesting What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Risk Management and Scheduling
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see it growing from strength to strength and unavoidable. After here, what next? Pick up a job related to Project Management and hope to contribute meaningfully to the growth.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07853623418 First Degree Project Management Technology Your Experience in Aberdeen Quite a wonderful place to have studied my masters programme. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk Management, Planning and Control, Quality and Enviromental Management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? In all industry. Professional Interests To develop myself more on creativity & problem solving abilities. After here, what next? Probably get a good job and enjoy the experiences working in oil and gas organisation.
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sylvester onuoha
s.n.onuoha@rgu.ac.uk
ucheonyeaka@yahoo.co.uk
john onyeaka
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07830186579 First Degree BSC Your Experience in Aberdeen Fine. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Office Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Leading. Professional Interests Telecommunication,ICT and Consultancy After here, what next? Future decides.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07791709735
First Degree Mechanical Engineering What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Earned Value and Risk Management
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christian opara-martins
Chris_oparamatins@yahoo.co.uk chatwvk@yahoo.com
borimoloye@yahoo.com
temitope orimoloye
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 01224594064 07827920407 07531143659 First Degree BEng. Petroleum Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Very interesting but challenging. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Integration Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Programme, Portfolio and Knowledge Management..the next big things. Professional Interests
Hope to acquire a Chartered Engineering Status
Nationality Nigerian First Degree BSc Computer Science Your Experience in Aberdeen Aberdeen is a diverse city which as exposed me to different culture and ethnicity. Aberdeen in my opinion is a lovely place to live and work. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Planning and Scheduling is the most interesting area I love in project management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project is one of the major ways in which companies survive. Due to rapid business changes, businesses are developing better ways to improve projects undertaken by them. I foresee a huge demand for project mangers now and in the present future Professional Interests PRINCE2,PMP,APM After here, what next? After my MSc Programme, I will go back to the oil and gas industry where I belong to impact the knowledge acquired.
After here, what next? Hopefully acquire more industrial experience and further my studies to PhD level. I humbly give all thanks to God for the journey so far.
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olusegun otegbeye
seggikins@yahoo.com
m_omaruaye@yahoo.com
oghenemarho ovbagbedia
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +23417744719 +447538208738 First Degree Estate Management Your Experience in Aberdeen Its been an awesome experience; the weather is fresh and clean while the inhabitants are friendly to a fault. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk Management, Portfolio Management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Its going to be a massive course in the future, simply because its always going to evolve with new ideas to manage complex projects. Professional Interests Certification in prince 2 and PMI, likewise in RICS of England. After here, what next? To reach beyond the sky with a strong zeal to succeed in whatever I set my motion on doing, God willing Amen.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07946472694 First Degree Bsc Computer Science & Information Technology Your Experience in Aberdeen Worthwhile What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project management office and project health safety and environmental management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? A strong driving force with a positive impact on every aspect of life. Professional Interests To promote Project management in SMEs in Nigeria. After here, what next? Raising a family in a quiet environment.
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ifeanyichukwu owo
Owo_i@yahoo.com
clement owoyele
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) First Degree BEng Chemical Engineering Second Degree (asides Business Management) MSc Oil and Gas Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen My experience in Aberdeen has been worthwhile and the people around has been helpful. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk Management, Project planning and control, conflict management, project engineering emphasis on FEED initiatives.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Since most organisation are project-based, as challenging as it can be to manage a project, the problem is magnified when a firm or department has tens or even hundreds of project. Each project is unique and has its own risks, stakeholders, communication channels and resource requirements. Project management discipline has evolved to address the challenges of individual projects and continues to evolve to address the problems faced by project-base organizations. As populations grow and the share of the worlds resources diminish, we can confidently expect the rate of change to accelerate. Project management will continue to be the most powerful vehicle for handling these changes in an orderly manner so project management relevance can never be over-emphasized. Professional Interests APM, PMP certification and Engineering chartership. After here, what next? Professional Job
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +447948993188 First Degree Electrical & Electronics Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Not bad. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Quality Management.
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simon parkinson
simonpaul.parkinson@gmail.com
rk.gitam@gmail.com
rama patharlagada
Nationality British First Degree BSc Surf Science & Technology Your Experience in Aberdeen Awesome! Ive loved it up here: the landscape, the castles, the people; all brilliant! What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Planning & Control, Organisational Behaviour and Leadership.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Wow, there is a question! In todays climate the near future seems as uncertain as the distant future, but the project manager equipped with the tools and techniques inherent in this disciple are surely well positioned to deal with the futures uncertainties. Professional Interests Socially sustainable, socially responsible; making the world a better place one project at a time. After here, what next? A well earned holiday, hopefully somewhere with warm water and hot waves!
Nationality Indian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07791686738 First Degree B.E Mechanical Production and Industrial Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Study opportunities, Good support from both teaching and non-teaching staff in the university towards academic progress were great. Very good job opportunities for people looking for both part time while studying and for professional jobs in their area of expertise. Very friendly and helping people over here and getting to know people with different ethnic backgrounds were really very great and helpful. Most importantly Aberdeen being a very calm secured place surrounded by beautiful nature is really worth coming over here. All of these blended in equal proportions give a cracking experience in Aberdeen.
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Supply chain management and Risk Management have been the most interesting areas in the Project management course. Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? Project management is a versatile course and its knowledge could be applied in most of the sectors Professional Interests Interested in the PRINCE2 and APM After here, what next? After my MSC. Programme, I wish to work gain some experience on the knowledge that I have learnt and go back to India.
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carmun toh
okeoghene ugbehe
ugbeheo@yahoo.co ugbeheo@gmail.com
Nationality Malaysian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07902434262 First Degree Advanced Diploma in Building Your Experience in Aberdeen Study, working and hang out with friend and enjoy the night life.
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Quality Management and Project planning and control. Professional Interests Accreditation of RICS as Chartered Quantity Surveyor. After here, what next? Will try to find job in UK, Doha or Singapore.
Nationality
Nigerian

Quality management, risk management, people management and stakeholder.

01224 312311 07595946960

Project management is a versatile course whose knowledge could be applied in almost all the sectors if not all. I see it as the hob of business operation in the nearest future and this will cause business to be planned better and better managed.
First Degree
BTech, mechanical Engineering

In academics, I have found my study in Aberdeen very interesting because I have been exposed to competent professionals from different industries both in my course of study and externally and this has helped me to incorporate ideas form people and build up on them. work experience also has been challenging and developing, from my group work at my place of internship in Balmoral Tanks to my part time job at soul casino,the experience has been second to none I have had so far.
I am interested in offshore project management and quality management .professional affiliations which I fancy include PMI, PRINCE2, APM, IPMA, ASAPM and SPE of which I am already members.

I am looking to specialize in subsea engineering as a major from my mechanical engineering degree and I am looking to study further in this area at the university of Strathclyde in Glasgow form September 2009,after which I intend to work for a while for experience and them major as a consultant in the offshore oil and gas industry.
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pamela umeh
jayakailashreddy@gmail.com
jaya umma reddy
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07551267535 First Degree Computer Science and Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen Miraculous What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Scheduling
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? No.1 Professional Interests Project Manager After here, what next? Back to Nigeria
Nationality Indian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07875636582 First Degree Computer Science Your Experience in Aberdeen Safe and beautiful place to stay. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Risk Management and supply chain management.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? In every organisation. Professional Interests Getting trained on new technologies in Telecommunications. After here, what next? In Search of a suitable job.
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emeka unigwe
Mekus_stan4real@yahoo.com
wopchi@yahoo.com
chioma wopara
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07533962768 First Degree Environmental Engineering Second Degree (asides Business Management) Safety Engineering/Risk Management What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Project Risk Management
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? At the highest pedestal of the corporate ladder. Professional Interests Becoming a project engineer in a well known organisation. After here, what next? Planning with a team of project engineers in the development of a project management consultancy firm.
Nationality
Nigerian

07518816201
in everything we do, such that every decision we make every day weighs, up alternatives and their possible consequences, Project fundamental, project strategy and leadership- I`ve learnt a lot about project management processes and roles.
First Degree
Mathematics/Computer Science

Based on my work experience before studying Project Management, it is already selling itself and will indeed become the peak of all discipline based on the fact that, it is a multidisciplinary field that can`t be ignored in any organisation and also as mentioned above, we apply project management in our day to day life activities both in firms and at home.
Second Degree (asides Business Management)

Petroleum Engineering (PGD)

Met different races with different characters and culture, made new friends and also shared views about life.
Information Technology (IT) is my core field of interest, so merging project management to IT, I`d become a balanced IT personnel that will secure an IT project management position in the organisation I`d work for.

All the areas - The team work group in various class activities, For Supply Chain realised supply chain activities is applied in every life activities, In the area of Risk Realised risk is with us

Work! Work! Work! and also prepare myself for an important area of life. Thank You!
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mohammed yusuf
ammawhite@yahoo.com
tarilazuofa@yahoo.co tarilazuofa@gmail.com
tarila zuofa
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) 07880650867 +2348037040072 First Degree Chemical Engineering Second Degree (asides Business Management) M.B.A. Your Experience in Aberdeen Aberdeen is relatively simple and quiet and I enjoyed most of my stay here though i find the weather not too friendly. The people here are reserved but some can be quiet nice. I am happy that I have experienced a part of Scotland that will live in my memories for many years.
What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? Quality and Risk Management Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I see project management as a discipline that will enhance better coordination and delivery of benefits and outcomes in making the world a better place for all. After here, what next? Going back home to Nigeria to continue with my job as a process engineer and use the knowledge I acquired to deliver maximum benefits to all my stakeholders.
Nationality Nigerian Contact Telephone Number(s) +44752102330 +234802304094 +2348051957835 First Degree Bachelors of Technology in Marine Engineering Your Experience in Aberdeen I have had an unforgettable experience in Aberdeen; a chance to mix with diverse nationals, an entirely different weather and above all an exposure to better educational facilities at RGU. What Knowledge areas of Project Management are you interested in? I am keenly interested in Risk Management, most especially its application in Marine/Offshore projects execution.
Where do you see Project Management as a discipline in the nearest future? I foresee the Project Management discipline evolving to embrace more knowledge areas and being more relevant in all facets of the society in the nearest future. Professional Interests Maritime and offshore activities, Oil and gas related activities. After here, what next? Bracing up to the challenges of the future and making my world a better place using knowledge gathered from my studies. Further academic pursuit.
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Other Members of MSc Project Manamgement, Class of 2009
sara kavanagh
CHIKERE amadi
meghan dickinson
samuel osho
obinna obiekweihe kazeem bello dennis ikhile
mehdi tajeddini
avishek barman roy uche mokwe augustine obi oluwafemi oke Abdul Saleem chukwunenye ugwuegbu
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The Academic Team
Course Social Gathering
jillian howatt
Administrator
bassam bjeirmi
Lecturer
edward ochien
Lecturer
ximing ruan
Lecturer
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The Aberdeen Experience...

My Aberdeen experience is one of the best gifts I have offered myself in a life time Oiwoh Victor an entirely different weather and above all an exposure to better educational facilities at RGU Zuofa Tarila Aberdeen is a safe place to study, academic distraction is low as such you have to FACEBOOK Adeleye Adedeji I have had a great learning experience at The Robert Gordon University all the teams I have worked with during my study in school can be described as great Odesanya Oluwakemi met a lot of people from diverse backgrounds and made a lot of new friends... Obienu Nnamdi Awesome! Ive loved it up here: the landscape, the castles, the people; all brilliant! Parkinson Simon Its basically a fun town, and youll want to come here anytime Olaniyonu Seun
Good support from both teaching and non-teaching staff in the university towards academic progress was great Patharlagadda Rama Met different races with different characters and culture Wopara Esther I loved the cultural heritage of Scotland Ajiduah Enweazu interacting with the lecturers was extremely resourceful made learning interesting Braide Boma will live in my memories for many years Yusuf Mohammed It is the coolest place i have ever seen Gavvala Rakesh my experience in Aberdeen was great because of the wonderful individuals I met as a part of being in MSc Project Management RGU batch 2008-2009 Das Dwaipayan MSc Project Management at the Robert Gordon University is in my opinion the course for now and the future, the opportunity it affords its students to learn hands-on the relevant skill required in the workplace is very valuable, plus the experience of working with reputable companies Awam James
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Article from the Team Desk

Nnamdi Obienu & Seun Olaniyonu
The Year Book Team

with Bill walker - The Gatehouse Rita Marcella - Dean Aberdeen Business school Senga Briggs - Course coordinator
Strategic Management: The essential tool

As the MSc. Project Management course for 08/09 comes to a close, it is pertinent that we get ourselves equipped for the tasks ahead, which is to steer our different (future) organisations through the process of implementing projects to achieve strategic change. Project management is all about implementing a strategy and it is important to highlight a major tool that will enable us achieve this ultimate aim. The process of formulating and implementing strategy is regarded as strategic management. Strategic management is basically concerned with shaping the destiny of an organisation; it forms a base from which organisations take a futuristic plunge. Within the context of management, strategic management could be regarded as the managerial decision that relates an organisation or project to its external environment, guides its internal activities and helps to define/determine its long term performances.
For project managers, the adoption of strategic management processes will ensure that projects are carried out in alignment with the strategic objectives of any organisation taking into consideration the external factors such as Political, Economical, Socio-Cultural, Technological etc and internal factors such as Working Culture, Organisational behaviour and Learning, Employee performance and attitude etc. The balance from all these factors could be derived from effective strategic management, which results in successful delivery of projects and benefits realisation for the organisations. The essence of strategic management cannot be overemphasized, and as such it is to our advantage as project managers in the making, to strive to become strategic managers and strategic leaders to navigate our future organisations through the increasing competitive business environment into a prosperous future.
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Project Management Accolades

Seun Olaniyonu
GAIN AN ADVANTAGE OVER YOUR RIVALS

Flexible postgraduate study at Aberdeen Business School is the smart way to improve your career prospects. As a part of Robert Gordon University, we were named the UKs best modern university in The Times Good University Guide 2010. Our postgraduate courses are nationally recognised and accredited and you can study full-time, part-time or online. It is the flexible and accessible way to get yourself a personal and professional advantage. So what are you waiting for? You can study MSc Project Management, or choose from a superb range of courses in the following subject areas:
Project management department despite being one of the youngest departments in the ABS has grown from strength to strength; this is marked by its accreditation of the Association for Project Management (APM) and the process of the Project Management Institute (PMI) in such a short time. The course has also boasted of the production of a crop of world class graduates, and this is apparent in the fact that they have won a number of accolades in the short period of its establishment. The following are the awards credited to the department; Winners of the APM student activity weekend 2008, 2009 (sponsored by BAE Systems) Winner of the APM Best MSc. dissertation award 2009
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The 08/09 set of students have also shown their ability as future project managers with the special initiative of a novel yearbook which is a first of its kind in for the department and the Aberdeen Business School. The course in all its ramifications ensures you get the best from the classroom and also interjects it with the real world experience.
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