Project Management Program Details
Learn more about the KU School of Professional Studies project management degrees and certificates.
KU Project Management Program Mission
The mission of Project Management is to deliver high-quality education flexibly to support the unique needs of adult students, so they become positive, impactful, and engaged leaders in the project management industry serving a diverse array of workforce, economic, and community needs. The program also provides service to our University, our profession, and our community. The Project Management program educational objectives in support of our mission are that our graduates will be:
- Technically skilled in the application of PMI-based project management principles and demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and in teams across a multitude of environments to successfully deliver projects, programs, and portfolios;
- Successful in their chosen career paths, demonstrating the attitudes, abilities, and personal leadership to effectively adapt to our changing global society while maintaining and promoting the highest professional and ethical standards;
- Actively engaged in continuous learning and professional growth throughout their careers while productively contributing to their organizations and communities; and
- Adept at understanding the strategic context of projects to deliver a sustained competitive advantage.
International Student Information
- There are no application waivers.
- There are no GTA or GRA opportunities on the KU Edwards campus.
- There is no federal aid or scholarship for F1 students beyond the one-time award of $1000.
- OPT is not automatic. Each student must apply for this opportunity.
- Project Management will only accept applications for F1 students for the fall semesters, not spring or summer semesters.
- Project Management is not a STEM OPT extension qualifying program.
Program details for KU project management graduate degrees and certificate
The University of Kansas offers a Master of Science in Project Management, Master of Engineering in Project Management and Graduate Certificate in Project Management. The programs are taught in the following locations or delivery formats.
Credential | Online | Overland Park, KS |
Master of Science | ✓ | ✓ |
Master of Engineering | ✓ | ✓ |
Graduate Certificate | ✓ | ✓ |
The immediately following information applies to all three credentials.
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Master of Science in Project Management | Master of Engineering in Project Management | Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Master of Science in Project Management
Admissions requirements
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited school.
- A 2.5 or higher undergraduate grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants may be admitted with a grade point average between 2.0-2.5 upon program review of their overall credentials.
- Online application
- GRE score: Suggested guidelines of Quantitative of 155+, Verbal of 146+. The GRE may be waived upon departmental review if the applicant has more than two years of qualified professional, related work experience.
- Official transcript(s)
- Current resume
- Statement of Purpose
- International students must meet KU’s English proficiency, Visa/120 and financial support document requirements
Curriculum and requirements
Concentration courses | 12 credit hours
• PMGT 816: Project Management Fundamentals I
• PMGT 817: Project Management Fundamentals II
• PMGT 818: Project Management Fundamentals III
• PMGT 819: Project Management Fundamentals IV
Core courses | 9 credit hours
•PFS 801 Interpersonal & Persuasive Communications
•PFS 802 Managing Teams and Leading People
• PFS 803: Financial Management
Elective courses | 9 credit hours
Students may choose from the available PMGT elective courses or other PMGT department-approved courses. Options include but are not limited to:
• PMGT 808: Lean Six Sigma & Project Quality
• PMGT 811: Project Contracts & Procurement
• PMGT 820: Management of New Product Development Projects
• PMGT 821: Management of Consulting Projects
• PMGT 823: Risk Management for Project Managers
• PMGT 824: Project Cost Estimation, Analysis, and Control
• PMGT 826: Portfolio Analysis and Program Management
• PMGT 827: Project Team Management and Development
• PMGT 828: Management of Global Projects
• PMGT 829: Management of Distributed Project Teams
• PMGT 840 Developing as a Project Leader
• PMGT 842 Project Management in an Agile Environment
Capstone | 3 credit hours
• PMGT 835: Project Management Capstone Course
Total credit hours: 33
Master of Engineering in Project Management
Admissions requirements
- An undergraduate degree in engineering or related science from an accredited institution.
- A 2.5 or higher undergraduate grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants may be admitted with a grade point average between 2.0-2.5 upon program review of their overall credentials.
- Two years full-time, post-undergraduate work experience in a technological environment.
- International students must also meet the English requirement by taking either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or have a degree from an English-speaking institution. Financial support requirements must also be met.
All applications are completed online. A complete application includes the application fee, application form, résumé, one original transcript showing degree conferral, and a statement of purpose.
Curriculum and requirements
Offered through the KU School of Professional Studies and led by professors with key industry experience, coursework can be completed entirely on the KU Edwards Campus in Overland Park, Kansas.
Concentration courses | 12 credit hours
• PMGT 816: Project Management Fundamentals I
• PMGT 817: Project Management Fundamentals II
• PMGT 818: Project Management Fundamentals III
• PMGT 819: Project Management Fundamentals IV
Core Courses | 12 credit hours
•PFS 801 Interpersonal & Persuasive Communications
•PFS 802 Managing Teams & Leading People
•PFS 803 Financial Management
•EMGT 820 Developing the Engineering Manager
Required Research and Practica | 3 credit hours
• PMGT 830: Case Studies in Project Management
Elective courses | 6 credit hours
Students may choose from the available PMGT elective courses or other PMGT department-approved courses. Options include but are not limited to:
• PMGT 808: Lean Six Sigma & Project Quality
• PMGT 811: Project Contracts & Procurement
• PMGT 820: Management of New Product Development Projects
• PMGT 821: Management of Consulting Projects
• PMGT 823: Risk Management for Project Managers
• PMGT 824: Project Cost Estimation, Analysis, and Control
• PMGT 826: Portfolio Analysis and Program Management
• PMGT 827: Project Team Management and Development
• PMGT 828: Management of Global Projects
• PMGT 829: Management of Distributed Project Teams
• PMGT 840 Developing as a Project Leader
• PMGT 842 Project Management in an Agile Environment
Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Admissions requirements
Individuals who are not already enrolled as a KU graduate student must complete an application to the graduate school for admission into the certificate program and submit an application fee along with the following materials:
- Official undergraduate transcript
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose
Current KU graduate students wishing to enroll in the program may apply through the graduate school. Students must be in good standing with their graduate degree program in order to participate.
KU graduate students should submit the following materials:
- Unofficial copy of your KU transcript
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose
Curriculum and requirements
Offered through the KU School of Professional Studies and led by professors with key industry experience, this four-course certificate program is a prime option for those seeking core project management knowledge and skills without having to complete a full degree program. Classes take place in the evening and online, providing flexibility for working professionals.
Required courses | 9 credit hours
• PMGT 816: Fundamentals of Project Management I
• PMGT 817: Fundamentals of Project Management II
• PMGT 818: Fundamentals of Project Management III
Elective courses | 3 credit hours
Students may choose one elective from the PMGT elective courses or other PMGT department approved courses. Options include, but are not limited to:
• PMGT 808: Lean Six Sigma & Project Quality
• PMGT 811: Project Contracts & Procurement
• PMGT 820: Management of New Product Development Projects
• PMGT 821: Management of Consulting Projects
• PMGT 823: Risk Management for Project Managers
• PMGT 824: Project Cost Estimation, Analysis, and Control
• PMGT 826: Portfolio Analysis and Program Management
• PMGT 827: Project Team Management and Development
• PMGT 828: Management of Global Projects
• PMGT 829: Management of Distributed Project Teams
• PMGT 840 Developing as a Project Leader
• PMGT 842 Project Management in an Agile Environment
Total credit hours: 12
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