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Online Master of Science in IT: Project Management

IT: Project Management
Master's Concentration
DEGREE AT A GLANCE
  • 36 credits
  • Transfer up to 12 credits
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
TUITION RATES
  • $544 per credit (in-state)
  • $659 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $336 per credit (military)
  • Other fees may apply

Stand out in the job market by earning an online master’s degree in information technology (IT) with a concentration in project management at University of Maryland Global Campus. In this unique degree program, you’ll develop important skills in several career-relevant areas of study. Plus, with our convenient online courses and no-cost electronic resources in place of most textbooks, you can access the full online learning experience from anywhere and on your own schedule. Why wait? Take the first step and apply today!

Develop Expertise in IT Project Management, Strategy, & Leadership

Gain advanced IT management skills while building expertise for your project management certification with an online master’s degree in information technology with a project management concentration from UMGC. The project management concentration courses include project risk management, project procurement management, and advanced project methods, while the core IT courses give you the tools you need to take on leadership roles in today’s technology-based work environments.

These are a few of the benefits of our online master’s degree in IT with a concentration in project management:

  • Our project management programs have received specialized program accreditation by the of the .
  • ´¡²Ô accelerated pathway allows you to transfer undergraduate management information systems credits to this program. 
  • This program is designed to help you prepare for a variety of industry certification exams, including , , , and .
  • ÐÒ¸£±¦µ¼º½ students have access to lifetime career services at no additional cost, so we can help you advance in your profession.  
  • The concentration is completely integrated with our graduate certificate in project management; students who earn the certificate may be able to apply up to 12 credits towards this program.

® PMBOK, PMI, and PMP are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Mission Statement: The mission of the project management concentration is to complement general business management and information technology (IT) skills with a robust combination of foundational and advanced project management expertise that equips business and IT managers (from the MSM and MSIT degree programs) to effectively manage and lead a wide spectrum of projects—ranging from simple to exceptionally large and complex. The overarching goal is to emphasize and develop a blend of hard and soft skills that prepares students for management and leadership roles in any industry or work environment.

 

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Gain Career-Focused Experience in IT Project Management

In this program, you’ll combine general business knowledge and IT skills with advanced project management expertise that equips business and IT managers with the tools to effectively manage and lead a wide spectrum of projects. Our program directors refresh and update the curriculum regularly, with a focus on helping students achieve the following:

Study in a GAC-Accredited IT Project Management Program

Industry Accreditation

Information Technology Master's Degree and Management Master's Degree with Project Management Concentration

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Information Technology Master's Degree and Management Master's Degree with Project Management Concentration

UMGC's master's degree programs with project management concentrations are accredited by the .

Completing any project management course in this program earns you the project management education hours required to sit for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Credential Examination or the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam. If you are already certified as a Project Management Professional by the Project Management Institute and your certification is current and valid, you may receive credit for (3 Credits, PMAN 634). PMP and CAPM are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Prepare for a Career in IT Project Management

This program is designed to help prepare you for work in project coordination, management, and program management. Potential job titles include technical director, IT manager, IT director, scrum master, transition program manager, cybersecurity project manager, and IT project manager. ÐÒ¸£±¦µ¼º½ courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.

25M
Professionals
The global economy needs 25 million new project management professionals by 2030.
17%
Job Growth
Employment is expected to grow 17 percent for computer and information systems managers from 2023 to 2033, much faster than average for all occupations.

Practice Real-World Skills in Your Courses

Throughout your curriculum, your instructors will assign coursework that will help you prioritize real-world skills and experience. In past courses, students in the online master’s degree in IT with a concentration in project management program have been able to complete the following course projects:

  • Create a project charter to identify key stakeholders and ensure communication paths for continuous situational awareness and buy-in.
  • Develop a detailed project management plan that outlines all steps of a project, from foundation to completion.
  • Manage the knowledge base of a large project.

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