Empowering Future Project Leaders: The MBA In Project Management At GBS Malta
Have you ever wondered why some projects succeed while others fail? You know, it is rarely about spreadsheets. Each project requires someone to steer the ship, keep the crew aligned and achieve results: whether it is an application launch, a hospital expansion or a global marketing campaign. This is where project management shines and why the MBA at GBS Malta can help students become that leader.
Derek D’Amato, Assessments Lead Lecturer at GBS Malta, has seen students transform into successful leaders during his time working at GBS Malta.
With this leadership insight, he wishes to guide students and professionals in project management, a field that has become of critical importance to modern businesses. He shares why mastering the project management discipline matters more than ever.
No jargon. No filler. This is just straight talk from a person who has graded both wins and losses.
Why project management matters?
Project management is not just about checklists or deadlines; it is about making things happen. The Association for Project Management’s (APM) research reveals that 70% of organisations experience at least one project failure per year and 50% report that projects often fall short of their goals due to poor planning. These numbers tell a story: skilled project managers are in high demand to bridge the gap between vision and victory.
“Our MBA programme prepares students for leadership in a VUCA world, volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous. By blending technical rigour with soft skills, we prepare graduates to deliver value across industries,” he often tells his students. At GBS Malta, they strive to develop leaders who can navigate these challenges with confidence.
The invisible backbone of business
Project management is about turning ideas into impact. APM’s “The Golden Thread 2024” research suggests that over 50% of businesses anticipate an increase in project activity and budgets over the next three years. This growth is attributed to a broader recognition of project management’s value and the expectation of larger, more challenging and complex projects. Now, let’s connect this with the GBS Malta MBA.
The MBA programme is built on two rules:
Rule 1: Theory without practice is dead.
Rule 2: Leadership without empathy is a ticking bomb.
They blend core business modules (Global Strategies, Managerial Finance) with hands-on project execution laboratories. Imagine dissecting a real-world case study one day, then applying those lessons to a live project the next. No hypotheticals. Just accessible learning to gain in-demand skills in the project management field.
Industry demands and career pathways
Project management continues to grow. Based on APM’s 2025 survey report, project professionals in the UK earn an average salary of £47,500, with entry-level roles starting at £27,500 and mid-career professionals earning around £42,500. Moreover, senior professionals, such as programme managers, can earn up to £82,160.
Graduates can work in roles such as:
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Project manager
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Risk strategist
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Operations director
