At the Worldwide Campus, the Master of Science in Project Management is housed in the College of Business and focuses on the management of complex projects and the application of project management principles, including the use of key performance indicators (KPIs). The curriculum includes collaborative coursework and is developed by certified Project Management Professionals (PMPs). The program includes a capstone course in which students apply project management skills and techniques to complex projects. The Master of Science in Project Management is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC). For further information, visit www.gacpm.org
Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:
Execute projects through all phases of the lifecycle using appropriate ethical and methodological practices.
Deploy advanced project decision-making techniques to balance cost, schedule, scope, quality, and risks to achieve project objectives.
Apply behavioral and communications skills to engage the project stakeholder community.
Operationalize the critical businesses processes of project management in the development and implementation of strategy and competitive advantage.
Worldwide Program Requirements
Core Requirements
24
Track Option or Non-Track Option
6
Total Credits
30
Program Details
The Master of Science in Project Management requires successful completion of a minimum of 30 credit hours. Students enrolled in the Worldwide Graduate Online program may complete the degree in six terms, or approximately two years, assuming full-time enrollment and continuous progress. Students pursuing this graduate degree must earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.00 for all work completed at the University. The courses required to earn this degree are listed below.
Students should be aware that many courses have prerequisites and/or corequisites. Students are responsible for ensuring that all prerequisite and degree requirements are satisfied prior to enrollment in advanced coursework. The suggested plan of study is provided as a guide. A student's actual plan of study may vary based on term of admission, course availability, transfer credit, and other academic considerations. Students should consult with their academic advisor to develop an individualized plan of study.
Students must complete the required Project Management core curriculum, including the Project Management Capstone as the final course in the program. Students may choose one of the available two-course professional tracks or complete six credit hours of approved graduate electives. In consultation with their academic advisor, students should select the option that best aligns with their professional interests and career goals while satisfying degree requirements.
