MS in Management - Project Management

Official Program Name:

M.S. in Management with a specialization in Project Management

School Offering Program:

Walden University

Degree Level:

Master's

Program Description:

Walden University's M.S. in Management program with a specialization in Project Management is designed to teach students project management theories, concepts, and techniques. Courses in the specialization area provide instruction in project management software, global management, risk management, project estimating, leadership, portfolio management, and scheduling. The curriculum also includes core courses in change management, team management, critical thinking, budgeting, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Accreditation:

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.

Learning Format:

Online

Estimated Program Length:

May be less than two years: Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Personalized estimates of time to completion can be discussed with Walden University enrollment advisors.

Total Credits Required:

38 semester credit hours

Financial Aid Available:

Walden University offers a number of financial aid opportunities including scholarships, fellowships, and employer tuition reimbursement for those who qualify. Enrollment advisors can also assist with federal aid, private loans, veteran benefits, and other opportunities.

Courses for an M.S. in Management with a Specialization in Project Management:

Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change. Contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program.

Course Title	Credits
Managers and Leaders: A Contemporary Approach	3
Critical Thinking for Effective Management	3
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution	3
Developing People and Managing Teams	3
Initiating and Managing Change	3
Creating Sustainable Solutions Through Systems Thinking	3
Using Data and Information to Solve Problems	3
Budgeting and Resource Allocation	3
Managing Organizational Performance	3
Capstone: Practicing Managerial Decision-Making	3
Foundations in Project Management	4
Project Management Skills for Managers	4

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Career Paths:

Graduates of Walden University's M.S. in Management program with a specialization in Project Management could apply organizational, quality control, and communication skills they have learned to begin careers in project management. Graduates could pursue work as project managers or related positions in retail, construction, healthcare, engineering, and information technology, among many other industries.

Careers that program graduates may seek include:

• Project Manager
• Project Scheduler
• Project Coordinator
• Product Development Manager