MBA in Project Management
School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration
The MBA Project Management specialization aligns with the Project
Management Institute’s (PMI®) global standards. This specialization
introduces learners to fundamental project management theories,
processes, and strategies and provides learners with the knowledge,
skills, and experience to ensure project success. Learners focus on
developing decision-making skills and the ability to reflect on the
impact of their judgment in dynamic project situations. Upon
successful completion of this specialization, learners are prepared to
pursue advanced project management positions in global enterprises or
entrepreneurial start-ups.
Core courses:
MBA5002 |
MBA Leadership
This course covers contemporary models of leadership and examines
behaviors and skills of effective leaders. Learners assess their own
leadership strengths and how to lead effectively in their work
settings. Learners also analyze ways in which leaders use their skills
to support innovation, change, and collaboration within organizations.
For MBA degree and certificate program learners and non-degree
learners only. Must be taken during the first quarter by learners
who have been admitted to the MBA degree program. Cannot be
fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
| 4 quarter credits |
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MBA5006 * |
Business Strategy
Learners in this course examine ways in which companies formulate and
implement strategy to effectively compete in the marketplace. Learners
apply strategic models and analysis to address competitive challenges.
For MBA degree and certificate program learners and non-degree
learners only. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent
registration in MBA5002.
| 4 quarter credits |
MBA5008 |
Applied Business Analytics
This course introduces learners to business analytics and its role in
evidence-based decision making. Learners examine data and analytics
techniques that create relevant, actionable, and meaningful information.
For MBA degree and certificate program learners and non-degree
learners only.
| 4 quarter credits |
MBA5010 |
Accounting Methods for Leaders
Learners in this course gain an understanding of how methods of
financial and managerial accounting are used to analyze business
performance and make evidence-based business decisions. Learners
examine tax, ethical, and legal implications of accounting methods.
For MBA degree and certificate program learners and non-degree
learners only.
| 4 quarter credits |
MBA5014 * |
Applied Managerial Finance
Learners in this course explore financial concepts and techniques
required to evaluate, report, and maximize firm performance and value.
Learners analyze environmental and market factors, goals, and
constraints; and apply regulatory and ethical principles and business
analytics skills to drive data-based decision making.
For MBA degree and certificate program learners and non-degree
learners only. Prerequisite(s): MBA5008, MBA5010.
| 4 quarter credits |
MBA5016 * |
Operations Management for Leaders
In this course, learners examine theories and models of business
operations and their role in developing and delivering a superior
product or service to the marketplace. Learners also apply business
analytics skills and use data to evaluate strategic and tactical
impact to business functions across the organization.
For MBA degree and certificate program learners and non-degree
learners only. Prerequisite(s): MBA5008.
| 4 quarter credits |
PM5018 |
Project Management Foundations
In this cross-disciplinary course, learners analyze the fundamentals of project management and gain an overview of project management standards and their applicability to managing projects, with an emphasis on management methodologies and frameworks, including those defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI®). Learners have the opportunity to participate in experiential learning by bringing in a workplace project, or they may use the project provided in the course. Learners cultivate effective project management leadership skills, including project politics and ethics and collaboration. | 4 quarter credits |
Specialization courses:
PM5332 * |
Project Management, Planning, Execution, and Control
This course covers the components of project management within the project planning, executing, monitoring, and controlling process groups. Learners identify project requirements and develop a project plan that considers project scope, time, and cost in managing competing project requirements. Learners also demonstrate the application of various project management tools including activity estimation, resource assignment, work breakdown structure (WBS) creation and the development of a project management schedule. Prerequisite(s): PM5018, or completion of or concurrent registration in PM5331. | 4 quarter credits |
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PM5333 * |
Project Budgeting, Procurement, and Quality
Learners investigate project cost, quality, and
procurement in business or information technology (IT) project
context. Learners analyze the fundamental concepts and principles of
the following project management knowledge areas: project cost
management, project quality management, and project procurement
management by demonstrating the application of tools, techniques, and
methodologies within these areas of study. Learners apply various
tools and techniques, in an integrative manner, to manage
interdependencies among project management process groups.
Prerequisite(s): PM5018, or completion of or concurrent
registration in PM5332.
| 4 quarter credits |
PM5334 * |
Project Risk Assessment and Control
Learners in this course examine and demonstrate their knowledge of
the components of project risk management including assessing project
risk identification and mitigation strategies; evaluation of risk
impact analysis methods; and evaluation of risk analysis techniques to
ensure project success. Learners also assess project risk management
certifications and professional development activities to identify
future project risk management professional opportunities.
Prerequisite(s): PM5018, or completion of or concurrent
registration in PM5333.
| 4 quarter credits |
Taken during the learner’s final quarter:
MBA5910 * |
MBA Capstone Experience
In this course, learners integrate the knowledge and skills gained
during the MBA program in an application-based business project.
Learners demonstrate their overall ability to identify and recommend
evidence-based solutions to business challenges and opportunities.
For MBA degree and certificate program learners and non-degree
learners only.
Prerequisite(s): All required and elective coursework.
Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
| 5 quarter credits |
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Total
At least 45 quarter credits
* Denotes courses that have prerequisite(s). Refer to the descriptions for further details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
GuidedPath courses and FlexPath
courses fulfill the program requirements and prerequisites for each
delivery model.
Multiple Specializations available
(must be within the same degree program)