Project Management, MSPM

Master of Science in Project Management Overview

The Master of Science in Project Management program develops ethical, innovative, and effective leaders and problem solvers poised for success in project management across a spectrum of industries.  Emphasizing practical skills, our curriculum engages students in different project management methodologies, tools, and techniques to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects successfully. Through case studies, simulations, and field experiences, students develop critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork abilities crucial for navigating complex projects in a dynamic business landscape.  Aligned with the most current version of the global Project Management Book of Knowledge (PBMOK) standards, our program ensures students grasp industry best practices, enhancing communication and collaboration for successful project outcomes.

Internship

Completing an internship is a requirement in this graduate program.  Students are responsible for securing their own internship.  While students will gain valuable experience, they will not earn academic credit for their internship.

Internship requirements:

• Must include a minimum of 120 hours
• Must be directly related to the student’s program of study
• Must be approved by the Director of Career and Professional Development

Exceptions:

• Students who have seven (7) or more years of professional work experience directly related to their program of study may seek to waive the internship requirement.
• Students who currently work full-time in a field/industry directly related to their program of study.

Students seeking to waive the internship requirement must receive permission from the Director of Career and Professional Development by the end of their second semester in the master’s program.

Review the Internship Handbook for more information. Please connect with your academic advisor to plan your studies accordingly.

Master of Science in Project Management Requirements

The Master of Science in Project Management requires 10 courses: eight (8) core required courses and two (2) elective courses.

Required Courses:

• MSPM 3840 - Project Management Fundamentals   
• MSPM 3460 - Agile Project Delivery  
• MSPM 3850 - Project Leadership and Organization  
• MSPM 3770 - Project and Portfolio Economics, Financial and Procurement  
• MSPM 3580 - Project Management Risk, Quality and Change Management  
• MSPM 3680 - Program and Portfolio Management  
• MSPM 3851 - Project Communication and Stakeholder Management  
• MSPM 3999 - Capstone  

Electives

• MSPM 3855 - Project Scheduling
• MSPM 3790 - Managing Troubled Projects
• MSPM 3854 - Systems Thinking
• MSPM 3892 - AI Project Management and System Design
• MSPM 3950 - Independent Study

• *Independent Study course must be arranged with program advisor before the beginning of the semester.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Prepare for Project Management certifications with advanced knowledge and skills of project management processes; agile practices; planning and governance of projects and programs.
• Execute project management tasks in accordance with each of the PMBOK domains of People, Process and Business using project methodologies such as Predictive, Agile and Hybrid.
• Demonstrate professional project management skills as outlined in the Global Accreditation Standards: Technical Expertise, Professional Behavior and Strategic Awareness.
• Utilize basic project management tools and software techniques applicable to the three project domains of People, Process, and Business.
• Execute project deliverables while exhibiting contextual awareness and knowledge of strategic, societal, and operational frameworks.  
• Evaluate ethical considerations and develop cultural awareness in communication, teamwork and stakeholder management in all project endeavors regardless of methodology employed (Predictive, Agile or Hybrid).  

More detailed information about the Core Competencies and Learning Outcomes can be found of the MSPM webpage.