Course Listing For Master of Project Management Courses

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.