Master's Degree Program

Master of Business Administration in Project Management

A specialized graduate program designed to prepare professionals to plan, execute, manage, and evaluate complex projects across diverse industries. The program integrates advanced business administration principles with project planning, leadership, risk management, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, operations, and organizational strategy.

Degree Awarded

Master of Business Administration in Project Management

Total Program Cost

US$ 5,940

Total Credits

36 Credit Hours

Traditional Learning

18 Months

Fast-Track Learning

9–12 Months

Course Credit

3 Credit Hours

Total Program Cost

US$ 5,940

Program Overview

Lead Successful Projects Across Industries

Integrate advanced business administration principles with project planning, leadership, risk management, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, operations, and organizational strategy.

The Master of Business Administration in Project Management is a specialized graduate program designed to prepare professionals to plan, execute, manage, and evaluate complex projects across diverse industries. The program integrates advanced business administration principles with project planning, leadership, risk management, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, operations, and organizational strategy.

Students examine project management methodologies, project scheduling, resource allocation, quality management, team leadership, agile approaches, technology applications, and strategic project implementation. The curriculum emphasizes analytical problem-solving, effective communication, leadership skills, ethical decision-making, and the ability to deliver successful projects within dynamic organizational environments.

Graduates develop advanced competencies in project leadership, business strategy, organizational management, risk assessment, and project execution, preparing them for careers in corporations, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, consulting firms, technology companies, construction organizations, healthcare systems, and international enterprises.

Degree Awarded

Master of Business Administration in Project Management

Program Length

18 Months — Traditional Learning Track
9–12 Months — Fast-Track Learning Program

Course Credit

3 Credit Hours per Course

Program Cost

US$ 5,940
Exclusive of applicable University administrative fees

Curriculum

Required Courses

The Master of Business Administration in Project Management requires 36 total credits.

Course No. Course Title Credits
PMG 6000 Foundations of Project Management and Business Administration 3
PMG 6010 Project Planning, Scheduling, and Control 3
PMG 6020 Project Leadership and Team Management 3
PMG 6030 Project Risk Management and Decision Analysis 3
PMG 6040 Project Finance, Budgeting, and Resource Management 3
PMG 6050 Quality Management and Project Performance Improvement 3
PMG 6060 Agile Project Management and Innovation 3
PMG 6070 Project Research Methods and Business Analytics 3
PMG 6080 Strategic Project Management and Organizational Alignment 3
PMG 6090 Global Project Management and Professional Practice 3
PMG 6100 Master's Thesis 6
Total Credits 36
Curriculum Details

Course Descriptions

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PMG 6000 – Foundations of Project Management and Business Administration

Introduces the principles of project management and business administration. Students examine project concepts, organizational structures, project life cycles, management practices, and the role of projects in achieving strategic business objectives.

PMG 6010 – Project Planning, Scheduling, and Control

Examines project planning processes, scheduling techniques, resource coordination, project monitoring, performance tracking, and methods for ensuring successful project completion.

PMG 6020 – Project Leadership and Team Management

Explores leadership approaches, team development, communication strategies, motivation, conflict resolution, and managing diverse project teams to achieve organizational goals.

PMG 6030 – Project Risk Management and Decision Analysis

Focuses on identifying, analyzing, and managing project risks. Students examine risk assessment methods, mitigation strategies, uncertainty management, and decision-making frameworks.

PMG 6040 – Project Finance, Budgeting, and Resource Management

Develops knowledge of project budgeting, cost estimation, financial planning, resource allocation, procurement, and financial controls for successful project implementation.

PMG 6050 – Quality Management and Project Performance Improvement

Examines quality planning, quality assurance, performance measurement, continuous improvement, process optimization, and strategies for achieving project excellence.

PMG 6060 – Agile Project Management and Innovation

Explores agile methodologies, adaptive project approaches, innovation management, digital collaboration tools, and strategies for managing projects in rapidly changing environments.

PMG 6070 – Project Research Methods and Business Analytics

Develops research and analytical skills for project evaluation, performance measurement, data analysis, forecasting, and evidence-based project decision-making.

PMG 6080 – Strategic Project Management and Organizational Alignment

Examines the relationship between projects and organizational strategy, portfolio management, strategic implementation, governance, and achieving long-term business objectives.

PMG 6090 – Global Project Management and Professional Practice

Explores international project environments, cross-cultural leadership, global project standards, professional ethics, and managing projects across geographic and organizational boundaries.

PMG 6100 – Master's Thesis

Students complete an original research thesis addressing a significant issue in project management, organizational performance, project leadership, or implementation strategy. Under faculty supervision, students conduct research, analyze project challenges, and develop evidence-based recommendations for improving project outcomes.

Career Pathways

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for leadership, management, consulting, and analytical roles involving project planning and execution.

Project Manager
Program Manager
Project Management Director
Project Management Consultant
Project Coordinator
Operations Manager
Portfolio Manager
Project Risk Manager
Business Analyst
Implementation Manager
Project Controls Manager
Strategic Planning Manager
Construction Project Manager
Information Technology Project Manager
Healthcare Project Manager
Organizational Change Manager
Program Development Specialist
Executive Project Leader
Where Graduates Work

Employment Sectors

Graduates may pursue employment in corporations and multinational companies, technology companies, construction and engineering organizations, government agencies, consulting firms, healthcare organizations, financial services companies, manufacturing industries, energy and infrastructure organizations, nonprofit organizations, international development organizations, educational institutions, telecommunications companies, logistics and supply chain organizations, professional services firms, project management consulting organizations, public administration organizations, and global business enterprises.

Corporations and Multinational Companies
Technology Companies
Construction and Engineering Organizations
Government Agencies
Consulting Firms
Healthcare Organizations
Financial Services Companies
Manufacturing Industries
Energy and Infrastructure Organizations
Nonprofit Organizations
International Development Organizations
Educational Institutions
Telecommunications Companies
Logistics and Supply Chain Organizations
Professional Services Firms
Project Management Consulting Organizations
Public Administration Organizations
Global Business Enterprises

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