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PGDip in DESS in Engineering Project Management

École de Technologie Supérieure

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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PGDip in DESS in Engineering Project Management is a postgraduate diploma in Business & Management programme offered by École de Technologie Supérieure in Montréal, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 30,054 per total (CAD 3,118 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Field: Business & Management
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 3,118 / total
International tuition: CAD 30,054 / total

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: etsmtl.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This DESS (postgraduate specialized diploma) in engineering project management prepares engineers and applied-science graduates to plan, lead, and control complex engineering projects. The 30-credit program offers three pathways: five specialized courses combined with a 15-credit project, eight specialized courses combined with a six-credit technical project, or ten courses with no project, plus two mandatory workshops in every pathway. Courses cover project planning, cost and risk management, and related engineering management topics, and are delivered on campus during the day, evening, and in some intensive formats, with full-time and part-time study available. The normal duration is four semesters full-time or eight semesters part-time, with a maximum of five and ten semesters respectively. Instruction is in French. Students meeting the required grade threshold may transfer credits toward a related Master's in Engineering program.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering, applied sciences, or a related field, with a minimum cumulative average of 3.0 on a 4.3 scale; candidates with an average between 2.8 and 3.0 may be admitted after file review. Candidates who do not hold this credential may be admitted on the basis of relevant knowledge, appropriate training, and pertinent experience. Sufficient knowledge of French is required under the institution's language policy, and a good reading knowledge of English is strongly recommended.

Application Details

Start Date: September, January and May

About École de Technologie Supérieure

“Le génie pour l'industrie”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1974
Students: 12,000
Programs: 84
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PGDip in DESS in Engineering Project Management award?

École de Technologie Supérieure awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Business & Management on completion of this programme.

How long does PGDip in DESS in Engineering Project Management take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does PGDip in DESS in Engineering Project Management cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 30,054 per total (CAD 3,118 per total for local students).

Can PGDip in DESS in Engineering Project Management be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at École de Technologie Supérieure.

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