Mission Statement
The mission of the M.S. Project Management program is designed to provide students with high-value graduate experiences recognized for fostering leadership, strategic and technical management skills. Three key differentiators set 91ÖÆƬ³§’s master’s degree in Project Management aside from the competition:
- Accreditation Advantage: Unlike competitors, 91ÖÆƬ³§’s program offers GAC accreditation, which is recognized globally and adds significant value to the student’s credentials. GAC is the world’s leading specialized accrediting body for project management and related degree programs.
- Professional Development Units (PDUs) and Experience Credit: Students can apply classroom hours toward PMI certification requirements for work experience, fast tracking their way to certification (reduces time by 12 months).
- Exclusive Resources and Top-Notch Instruction: Students benefit from unique academic resources such as Agile certifications, training in Generative-AI and professional mentorship.
All MSPM instructors are PMP certified with advanced business degrees and global business experience.
The M.S. in Project Management is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC), the world’s leading accredited body for all degree programs related to project management.
The College of Business, MS Project Management program will focus on four components to sustain and enact this mission:
- Engage students in critical thinking and communication, through applied and experiential learning using a variety of teaching techniques and innovative technologies.
- Develop a curriculum emphasizing the integration of local and global business functions to provide students with a complete understanding of project, portfolio, and program management.
- Develop community engagement with professional associations that utilize faculty and student experiences. These actions can expand and develop opportunities for students regarding research, internships, career opportunities and utilizing student feedback for continuous improvement of course curriculum.
- Build a faculty network for teaching based upon the faculty’s intellectual capital, diversified contributions in the field, interdisciplinary and pedagogical (teaching and learning) experience and continuous improvement.
CONVENIENT PROGRAM
Our M.S. in Project Management program offers six-8 week class sessions per year. Students must complete 10 classes to earn the M.S. We offer rolling admission, so you can start at any time.
MS PROJECT MANAGEMENT CURRICULUM
View degree requirements, program curriculum and more information below:
The benefits of enrolling in the M.S. Project Management program prepare you for a wide range of industries and employers who are looking for qualified candidates. Develop the management, communication, and leadership skills you need to fulfill the growing demand for project managers across all industries with 91ÖÆƬ³§' Master’s in Project Management program.
IN THIS M.S. PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, YOU WILL LEARN TO:
- Organize project resources effectively and efficiently.
- Demonstrate an integrated understanding of projects, programs, and portfolio management disciplines.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams and develop realistic strategies.
- Display a practical exhibition and explanation regarding analytical, communicative, and technical skills related to Project Management Triple constraint.
- Evaluate sociocultural factors that promote effective management of people, procedures, or processes.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR A MSPM GRADUATE
With a project management graduate degree you can find a position in a diverse range of fields and positions, such as :
- IT: Project managers can oversee the development of new technology and the engineers who are responsible for actually designing and implementing these new technologies.
- Government: Project managers can work in the public sector as well, as their skill set is highly coveted by agencies at the federal, state, and local levels to help agencies of all sizes and departments reduce inefficiencies and maintain compliance.
- Consulting: As a project management consultant, someone who is qualified with project manager certification has the freedom to offer their expertise and guidance to organizations, working either independently or as part of a consulting firm, working with a variety of clients in a wide range of industries.
- Marketing: In the ever-moving field of marketing, project managers are responsible for planning and executing marketing campaigns, and initiatives, collaborating with coworkers to push product launches, ad campaigns, and developing timelines to help ensure long and short-term success.
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Resources at 91ÖÆƬ³§
As a nationally-recognized Midwestern Regional University, 91ÖÆƬ³§ was founded on a spirit of innovation that carries over to the student-faculty interaction in the classroom. You will graduate well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to  build a better world.
- : A comprehensive view of 91ÖÆƬ³§’s courses and its educational values, guided by the shared ideals expressed in their Catholic and Lasallian mission statement.
- You don’t just earn a graduate degree  when you go to 91ÖÆƬ³§, you get a whole network of professional connections from a thriving alumni community.
- Taught by a passionate community of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds, 91ÖÆƬ³§’s faculty is committed to providing you with the skills needed to succeed in your professional career.
Accreditations/Affiliations
The GAC Accredited Program seal is a mark of Project Management Institute, Inc.