MS - Project Management

The Master of Science in Project Management degree program is designed for professionals from diverse backgrounds seeking advanced leadership positions in the private, public and military sectors. The core competencies of the masters in project management degree program include statistics, cost and economic analysis, risk management, multiple project management, productivity measurement and improvement and other topics related to project management. The objective of the masters in project management degree program is to provide individuals with the skill set needed to excel in challenging work environments and to meet the industry demand for project managers who can improve business performance.

The master’s in project management degree program is suitable for individuals from fields other than business, including mathematics, science and engineering. Career paths for individuals who earn a master’s in project management widely vary and according to a study published in October 2008 by the Anderson Economic Group, an average of 1.2 million project management positions across several industries will need to be filled each year through 2016.

Curriculum

Curriculum program plans shown reflect current degree requirements. Previous academic year requirements can be accessed from the catalog page by choosing the appropriate academic year.

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NOTE: This plan contains information approved too late for inclusion in the printed 2012-2013 University Catalog.

Master of Science in Project Management

The applicant to the Master of Science in Project Management degree program must have a bachelor’s degree; however, the degree need not be in business administration. Students who are graduates from other fields, especially mathematics, science and engineering, are encouraged to apply. Students with an undergraduate business degree or courses may be able to waive up to 12 hours of the program prerequisites in the program based on an evaluation of their undergraduate academic transcripts. Prerequisite courses are required of a student whose undergraduate major is outside the business area or who has not previously completed the courses in these prerequisite areas. The exact number of needed prerequisite courses depends on courses completed during the student’s undergraduate studies.

The GRE or GMAT may be required for admission evaluation purposes. General admission requirements and the process for applying are discussed in the Academic Overview of the university catalog. Individuals who do not meet the stated requirements for regular admission may petition to take graduate courses for credit as a continuing education applicant.

The goal of the Master of Science in Project Management is to prepare individuals for advanced leadership positions in the private, public and military sectors with specific skills and competencies in project management and identified concentration areas.

Degree Requirements

The degree of Master of Science in Project Management is conferred upon students who have successfully completed 33 credit hours of graduate coursework plus other course requirements as listed on the student’s approved graduate program plan. Students without adequate undergraduate background will be required to complete all or part of the program prerequisites. Students may choose elective courses from those listed below.

Students with undergraduate credits for courses that they believe are equivalent to the program prerequisites should consult with their adviser concerning waiver of those prerequisites.

Program Prerequisite (noncredit for this program)

Note: In addition, computer literacy is required as a prerequisite. It can be demonstrated by the applicant’s undergraduate coursework, passing a proficiency examination offered by the extended studies department or by completing a suitable computer course.

*Serves as the capstone course for this program.