Master of Science in Project Management
Admission Requirements
The applicant to the Master of Science in Project Management 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 MS/PM 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 Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) may be required for admission evaluation purposes. General admission requirements and the process for applying are discussed in Section 1 of the University College 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 individual 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 course work 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)
| MGT 5132 | Basic Economics |
Note: In addition, computer literacy is required as a prerequisite. It can be demonstrated by the applicant’s undergraduate course work, passing a proficiency examination offered by University College or by completing a suitable computer course.
| Required Courses (8 courses) | CREDITS | |
| MGT 5006 | Introductory Statistics | 3 |
| MGT 5014 | Information Systems | 3 |
| MGT 5017 | Program Management | 3 |
| MGT 5064 | Cost and Economic Analysis | 3 |
| MGT 5088 | Project and Program Risk Management | 3 |
| MGT 5089 | Multiple Project Management | 3 |
| MGT 5090 | Practicum for Project Management* | 3 |
| MGT 5131 | Productivity Measurement and Improvement | 3 |
| Electives (3 courses) | 9 | |
| Students without a concentration area may select their three open elective courses from any area of specialization approved by their faculty adviser. | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED | 33 | |
*Serves as the capstone course for this program.