Online MBA in Project Management
Duration
2 years
Cost per credit
$600*
Credit Hours
36
Program Benefits
- Free to apply
- Graduate prepared for the PMP® exam
- Transfer credits accepted
- Benefit from personalized career services support each term
- Coursework using industry tools and technologies like AWS, Workday, Snowflake, and Smartsheet
Grow Your Project Management Expertise with a PMI-Aligned Skill Set
Prepare to drive innovation by leading projects efficiently and effectively with the online Master of Business Administration in Project Management from Concordia University, St. Paul. Throughout the program, you’ll build the skills required for project management leadership roles across various industries, including construction, engineering, information technology, health care, and consulting. We’ve designed our curriculum to be Project Management Institute (PMI) compliant, with all Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification focus areas covered in coursework. You’ll graduate ready to pursue a globally recognized credential that highlights your expertise to employers.
- Graduate with an industry-specific career portfolio
- Learn to execute comprehensive project plans, timelines, resource strategies, Agile sprint reports, risk management plans, project budgeting, and more
- Connect with faculty who are project management experts
- Prepare for roles like project management specialist, program manager, and director of operations
MBA in Project Management Online Curriculum
Online
12 total courses
8 weeks per term
The online MBA in Project Management degree from CSP Global includes 24 core credits and 12 credits of emphasis area coursework grounded in real-world application. Our curriculum incorporates technology and tools like AWS, Workday, Snowflake, and SmartSheet, which are used by project management professionals in the field. As a student, you’ll complete a core of business topics along with advanced coursework in project management principles like scheduling and planning, risk assessment, cost management, and more.
Featured Courses
This course explores Agile project management approaches to enhance project delivery, adaptability, and stakeholder engagement. Students will examine concepts such as customer collaboration, iterative development, and response to change, with an in-depth exploration of Agile frameworks and techniques. This course will prepare students to lead Agile projects, drive organizational agility, and deliver value to the business.
This course provides students with an understanding of data visualization tools and technology and their application in project management. Students will learn how data visualization can be used to analyze project data, communicate insights, and make informed decisions throughout the project lifecycle. They will explore strategies for organizing and structuring data to support effective visualization and analysis to improve project outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction.
MBA in Project Management: Salary and Career Outlook
Project management leaders are central to every organization by ensuring company goals are met on time, within budget, and without unnecessary risk. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that project management specialists are in high demand, with employment projected to grow 7 percent through 2033 – faster than the national average for all occupations. About 69,900 new jobs are expected to be added to the market during the same period,1 making this an ideal career path for professionals looking to advance.
Senior Project Manager $104,496 per year2
Director of Operations $102,227 per year3
More Options for Your Online MBA Degree
In addition to delivering an advanced study of core business functions, CSP Global’s MBA features a range of optional, industry-driven emphasis areas. Choose from:
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore our FAQ page to find answers to questions you may have about the online programs.
The first step is to complete your online application. You can get started now – no application fee is required.
The online MBA: Project Management consists of 36 total credits. Four courses are specific to your chosen emphasis area. You can learn more on the MBA curriculum page.
No. You can earn a CSP Global MBA without adding an emphasis area. The general MBA consists of 30 total credits. Visit the program page to learn more.
Yes. If you change your mind and decide to pursue a different emphasis area after enrolling, you can switch. You can also choose to add an emphasis area later once you have started the general program. Learn more about your emphasis area options by visiting the hub page.
Pursuing an emphasis area as part of your online MBA program allows you to build a specialized skill set for career advancement. You can enhance your marketability in your chosen field by positioning yourself as an expert in one of our industry-driven emphasis options. Explore the online MBA to learn more.
Graduates of the online MBA in Project Management are prepared for a range of leadership roles, including senior project manager, program manager, director of strategic initiatives, and director of operations.
Sources and Disclaimer
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Project Management Specialists. Retrieved Sept. 2024, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/project-management-specialists.htm.
- Payscale.com. Average Senior Project Manager Salary. Retrieved Sept. 2024, from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Senior_Project_Manager/Salary.
- Payscale.com. Average Director of Operations Salary. Retrieved Sept. 2024, from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Director_of_Operations/Salary.
*Tuition for emphasis area courses is $600 per credit hour, while core courses are $625 per credit hour.