Master of Project Management
Project Management Degree
Push your project management skills to their pinnacle with a nationally recognized, highest level degree offered in the field.
Accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC).
Project Management Degree
A highly rated MPM degree for your next step in leadership.
Take your project leadership skills to the highest level in a master’s in project management accredited by the Global Accreditation Center for Project Management and recognized by the Project Management Institute®. Bellevue University’s Project Management Center of Excellence is developing the next generation of project leaders—be a part of an award-winning online MPM degree program.
Master the skills in demand for advanced project leadership.
By the end of this MPM degree program, you’ll understand how to balance competing demands, build and manage a team, and lead projects—from complex IT projects for global companies to the fulfillment of consulting contracts.
Get support for future success from the Project Management Center of Excellence.
Our Project Management Center of Excellence doesn’t just provide learning resources for current project management students. After graduating with your master’s in project management, you’ll have valuable professional connections, along with access to resources like special events, expert interviews, research, and a podcast, to support your success.
Go after your career goals. We’re ready to help you get there with the MPM degree.
Courses
What You’ll Learn
At completion of Bellevue University's Master of Project Management (MPM) degree online, you will be able to:
- Produce projects that contribute to an organization’s capability to realize its strategic goals and business objectives
- Initiate, plan, execute, control, and close out projects such that they are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget constraints while meeting customer satisfaction
- Evaluate the fundamental concepts of team dynamics, e-leadership, virtual teams, and multiculturalism
View the Project Management Student Performance Criteria.
Master’s in Project Management vs. MBA
What’s the right degree for you?
The MPM degree at Bellevue University focuses on learning the specific and wide-ranging skills needed to advance in the world of project management. Many schools offer MBA degrees with a project management emphasis, yet our master’s in project management (MPM) program dedicates all your learning to project management expert skills like managing project quality, mastering agile methods, and defining project risks. Interested in a general business master’s degree? Explore an MBA>
Project Management Degree Courses
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Requirements (36 credit hours)
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This course is designed to teach the importance of risk management in projects and provide information about the tools needed to effectively assess and monitor risks throughout the project lifecycle. Emphasis is placed on managing risks associated with project changes and risks associated with information technology projects. Topics covered include recurring issues that lead to failure in IT projects, methods for addressing recurring issues, and assessing risk impact. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Master of Project Management (MPM) degree program.
This course explores communication and leadership techniques in order to equip project managers with the skills they need to deal effectively with issues relating to resources, stakeholders, global teams, and changing technology. Topics covered will include learning how to manage conflict, creating a positive team environment, running effective meetings, and managing successful projects. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Master of Project Management (MPM) degree program.
This course provides a comprehensive overview of relevant topics in the area of global project management. Topics include characteristics of global and virtual workplaces, challenges and issues in global project management, methods and tools for effective global project management, and managing virtual teams. Students will engage in a virtual group project in order to experience key aspects of project management in a way that simulates real project management in a global organization. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Masters in Project Management Program (MPM)
This course is designed to explain the process of gathering requirements with emphasis on the successful management of requirements and its relationship to project success. Topics covered include requirements gathering techniques, identifying success criteria, and common reasons for project failure. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Master of Project Management (MPM) degree program.
This course introduces those concepts of organizational culture and behavior that play a role in facilitating change and growth. Management systems, structures, informal and formal culture, processes, and strategy will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on approaches that address expectations, communication, performance, collaboration, and globalization. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Master of Project Management Program (MPM)
This course is a study of current and future trends in the field of project management. Emphasis is placed on current events, research in the field, and foreseeable trends in the next decade. Topics related to best practices and creating successful projects will be covered. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Master of Project Management Program (MPM)
This course examines schedule management processes, from planning to execution to control. Focus will be on the project charter, work breakdown structures, resource management, and earned value management. Prerequisites: CIS 665
This course provides an exploration of cost estimation and control methods for the management of project financials. Earned value management, estimating procedures, budgeting, sensitivity analysis, and variance analysis will be explored. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Masters in Project Management Program (MPM)
This course provides an in-depth examination of quality functions within a project. Emphasis is placed on the application of quality management principles and standards. Quality management topics related to project planning, measurement, execution, and control will be explored. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Master of Project Management Program (MPM)
This course will review how goods and services are acquired in a project management setting. Creation of an RFP with timeline, source selection criteria, contract pricing, terms, conditions, and contract award will be used to investigate this knowledge area. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Masters in Project Management Program (MPM)
This course covers characteristics and delivery frameworks for Agile project management. The course also explores how agile methods differ from traditional project management, along with how to use Agile techniques to successfully manage projects. Prerequisite: CIS 433 or CIS 633 or acceptance into the Masters in Project Management Program (MPM)
This course is a culmination of project management concepts, tools and techniques that have been explored through previous course work. Students will synthesize and evaluate processes for application within a project research study. Prerequisites: successful completion of all MPM program-specific courses and Instructor Permission.
University Accreditation
Bellevue University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).
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Academic Program Accreditation
The Master of Project Management Degree is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC).
This program is considered a non-licensure degree/certificate program and is not intended for those seeking licensure or the practice of licensed profession. This program may be relevant to multiple occupations that do not require licensure and was not designed to meet educational requirements for any specific professional license or certification.
*Consult with an admissions counselor to determine your eligible credits, as well as to verify minimum graduation requirements for this degree. Transfer credits must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Bellevue University makes no promises to prospective students regarding the acceptance of credit awarded by examination, credit for prior learning, or credit for transfer until an evaluation has been conducted.
Format
Learn from tested faculty with the highest level of PM training.
Project management faculty at Bellevue University have advanced training in project management with real-world experience to match. Program Director Dr. Emad Rahim has over 10 years of experience as a project manager, managing a diverse portfolio of projects for cross-functional organizations around the country. He earned advanced post-doctoral credentials from Harvard, Tulane, and the University of Maryland/UC.
100% Online learning that works for your life and your goals.
Our flexible online courses are designed to bring quality learning into a format that fits your schedule, without sacrificing meaningful faculty feedback and collaboration with peers across the country. Stay on track with the help of your Student Coach — with you from day one to graduation.
Level up quicker with online learning, making a Master of Project Management degree more convenient for you and your schedule.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Graduate degrees can be more affordable than you think.
Earning a degree is an investment in yourself. We want to help you make sure it’s a wise one.
2024 / 2025 Academic Year
$660 In-Class or Online Cost Per Credit
(Additional fees may apply to individual courses within your major requirements)
Curious about financial aid? We’ve got the answers.
As a graduate student, you may be eligible for up to $20,500 per year in unsubsidized Direct Student Loans.
And, students often apply for graduate program scholarships through Bellevue University or tuition reimbursement through their employers. Talk to us and we’ll help you explore your options.
Admissions
Start on the path to your master’s. No GRE or GMAT required.
We believe in reducing roadblocks to education. That’s why our admissions requirements focus only on what matters—helping hardworking students access the education they deserve.
For admission to Bellevue University, applicants must:
- Possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or a U.S. equivalent degree from a nationally or internationally accredited college or university.
- Have maintained a GPA of 2.5 or better from the most recent 60 credits of coursework earned toward the bachelor’s degree or have maintained a GPA of 3.0 or better in previous graduate level coursework earned toward the graduate degree.
If you haven’t already, take a moment to request information about your masters program and get in touch with our admissions team. We’ll help make sure you have what you need and answer your questions.
When you’re ready to apply, start your application online. You’ll then:
- Submit your deposit to Bellevue University. (You can do this at any point in the process.)
- Submit your transcripts from past institutions and any other required documentation.
- Complete the FAFSA and see what grants and loans you’re eligible for.
If you are an international student, please see the following specific information: International Student Master Admissions.
You'll just need to create an account and complete a pre-application to Bellevue University through Guild. Once you receive confirmation that your pre-application to Bellevue University has been approved, you'll need to complete the required steps to get fully accepted and registered. These include:
- Submitting transcripts from past institutions
- Submitting related documentation
Ready to get started?
Reach out to admissions.
- Get your questions answered about the Project Management Degree
- Understand your financial aid and scholarship options
- Map out a schedule that fits with your priorities
