Project Management, M.S.
Prepare to lead complex projects in one of the fastest-growing professions worldwide while building expertise in project strategy, contract management, and project management analytics through the Master of Science in Project Management program at Saint Louis University's School for Professional Studies.
Program Highlights
- Project-based learning and class simulations prepare you to apply the five core project management process groups outlined in the PMBOK®: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing, while also developing an Agile mindset focused on adaptability and continuous improvement.
- The Project Management Institute (PMI) has named Saint Louis University a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.), supporting preparation for certifications such as PMP®, PgMP®, and other PMI professional credentials.
- Students gain experience with modern project delivery approaches such as Scrum and related Agile practices used in application and product development.
- Saint Louis University is home to the first PMI Student Chapter in Missouri, providing opportunities for networking, professional development, and community engagement.
Along the way, you will learn from a diverse network of peers from around the world, integrating technology with human and organizational systems as you engage in knowledge discovery and application of industry-relevant practices.
You can also earn a graduate certificate that complements the master’s degree, often without taking additional credits, allowing you to tailor the program to your specific interests.
As part of the School for Professional Studies, this 33-credit master's program offers a flexible option to meet your career goals. With multiple start terms, you can begin in the fall or spring and learn alongside a community of academics and practitioners from a wide range of professional backgrounds.
The 100% online format offers flexible courses in eight-week terms, making advanced education more accessible for working professionals.
An on-campus version of the program is also available to help international students meet visa requirements.
Faculty
As a student in the School for Professional Studies at Saint Louis University, you’ll learn from exceptional faculty who are leading experts in their fields. They bring real-world knowledge to the classroom and are dedicated to your professional success. Learn more about the SPS faculty.
Careers
Successful organizations depend on the skills of project managers to navigate people through change. The field of project management is expanding and influencing the way large and small organizations conduct business across many industries. Graduates of this degree program are prepared to hold a variety of leadership roles that are responsible for delivering new programs, products and services through a collaborative, disciplined approach to project management.
Tuition
| Tuition | Total Program Cost |
|---|---|
| On-Ground MS Applied AI and Decision Analytics, MS Cybersecurity, MS Information Systems and Emerging Technologies, MS Project Management, MS Technology Leadership | $42,000 |
| Tuition | Cost Per Credit |
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| Online Graduate Degrees and Post-Baccalaureate Certificates | $810 |
Additional charges may apply. Other resources are listed below:
Scholarships and Financial Aid
For priority consideration for graduate assistantship, apply by Feb. 1.
For more information, visit the Student Financial Services Office online.
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Graduates will be able to apply advanced project management knowledge, tools, and techniques to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects in complex organizational environments.
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Graduates will be able to evaluate project data, risks, and performance metrics to make ethical, evidence-based decisions that support strategic organizational objectives.
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Graduates will be able to lead and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, teams, and sponsors to drive project success and organizational value.
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Graduates will be able to apply predictive, Agile, and hybrid project delivery approaches to address changing project requirements, stakeholder needs, and business priorities.
Admission Requirements
- Completed application
- Undergraduate degree (most successful applicants have an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or better)
- Official transcript from a degree-granting institution
- Statement of purpose (about 500 words)
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- External reference recommendations (encouraged but not required)
Upon admission, a new online student* must successfully complete a virtual meeting with their academic coach to be enrolled in first-term coursework.
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This is for 100% online students only. International on-campus graduate students will meet their academic coach at on-campus orientation.
Requirements for International Students
All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students, along with the following:
- Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. Some examples of demonstrated English language proficiency include minimum score requirements for the following standardized tests:
- Paper-based TOEFL: 550
- Internet-based TOEFL: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
- PTE: 54
• Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken post-secondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
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| SPS Graduate Core | ||
| ORLD 5050 | Ethical, Evidence-Based Decision Making | 3 |
| AA 5221 | Applied Analytics & Methods I † | 3 |
| Project Management Courses | ||
| PMGT 5000 | Project Management Principles | 3 |
| PMGT 5010 | Project Selection and Initiation | 3 |
| PMGT 5020 | Planning Projects | 3 |
| PMGT 5030 | Project Execution and Delivery | 3 |
| PMGT 5220 | Agile Project Management | 3 |
| Choose standard track or the Information Technology concentration | 9 | |
| Standard Track | ||
| Visualization, Feedback and Dissemination | ||
| Team Leadership | ||
| Managerial Economics and Finance | ||
| Information Technology Concentration * | ||
| Visualization, Feedback and Dissemination | ||
| Enterprise Architecture and Systems Infrastructure | ||
| Information Systems Strategy and Management ‡ | ||
| Capstone Experience | ||
| Select 3 credits from one of the options below: | 3 | |
| Masters Research Project | ||
| Project Management Master's Project I and Project Management Master’s Project II and Project Management Master's Project III | ||
| Internship Experience in Project Management | ||
| Total Credits | 33 | |
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Former business students may substitute OPM 5020 Applied Business Statistics (3 cr) for AA 5221 Applied Analytics & Methods I (3 cr)
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Former business students may substitute ITM 6000 Managing Information Technology (3 cr) for IS 5100 Information Systems Strategy and Management (3 cr)
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STEM OPT eligible
Continuation Standards
Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.
This roadmap is just one example of a semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. There are other plans students can and do take. The plan of study for each particular student is established in consultation with each student’s academic advisor; this roadmap does not replace academic advising appointments.
Roadmap notes:
- This Roadmap assumes full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
- Courses/Milestones marked with an “!” are critical and must be completed in the semester listed in the Roadmap to ensure a timely graduation.
- Course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
100% Online Roadmap
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| Fall 1 | ||
| PMGT 5000 | Project Management Principles | 3 |
| Fall 2 | ||
| ORLD 5050 | Ethical, Evidence-Based Decision Making | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring | ||
| Spring 1 | ||
| PMGT 5010 | Project Selection and Initiation | 3 |
| Spring 2 | ||
| AA 5221 | Applied Analytics & Methods I | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| Fall 1 | ||
| PMGT 5020 | Planning Projects | 3 |
| PMGT 5961 | Project Management Master's Project I | 1 |
| Fall 2 | ||
| ORLD 5350 | Team Leadership | 3 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Spring | ||
| Spring 1 | ||
| PMGT 5030 | Project Execution and Delivery | 3 |
| PMGT 5962 | Project Management Master’s Project II | 1 |
| Spring 2 | ||
| PMGT 5220 | Agile Project Management | 3 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Year Three | ||
| Fall | ||
| Fall 1 | ||
| AA 5200 | Visualization, Feedback and Dissemination | 3 |
| Fall 2 | ||
| PMGT 5210 | Managerial Economics and Finance | 3 |
| PMGT 5963 | Project Management Master's Project III | 1 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Total Credits | 33 | |
On-Campus Roadmap
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| Fall 1 | ||
| PMGT 5000 | Project Management Principles | 3 |
| Fall 2 | ||
| PMGT 5010 | Project Selection and Initiation | 3 |
| IS 5100 | Information Systems Strategy and Management | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
| Spring 1 | ||
| PMGT 5020 | Planning Projects | 3 |
| AA 5221 | Applied Analytics & Methods I | 3 |
| Spring 2 | ||
| PMGT 5030 | Project Execution and Delivery | 3 |
| ORLD 5050 | Ethical, Evidence-Based Decision Making | 3 |
| Spring 2 or Summer | ||
| PMGT 5961 | Project Management Master's Project I | 1 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| Fall 1 | ||
| AA 5200 | Visualization, Feedback and Dissemination | 3 |
| IS 5000 | Enterprise Architecture and Systems Infrastructure | 3 |
| PMGT 5962 | Project Management Master’s Project II | 1 |
| Fall 2 | ||
| PMGT 5220 | Agile Project Management | 3 |
| PMGT 5963 | Project Management Master's Project III | 1 |
| Credits | 11 | |
| Total Credits | 33 | |