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The Master in Business Administration with a specialization in Project Management is designed for students seeking a business degree that goes beyond the basics. By supplementing the core MBA curriculum with a collection of courses focused on skills vital to a career as a project manager, this program aims to equip students with the expertise necessary to successfully take on leadership roles in companies ranging from established corporations to cutting edge startups. As a project manager, you may be called upon to organize and oversee all aspects of a project from start to finish, from establishing and maintaining the budget to assembling the right staff for your team.

Aspen University is approved as a Project Management Institute (PMI®) Charter Registered Education Provider. Students who graduate with the Master in Business Administration - Project Management degree will be well on their way to qualifying for Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification. For additional certification requirements, please visit the PMI website.

Potential Careers

Students who earn their Master in Business Administration with a specialization in Project Management typically pursue the following careers:

Project Manager
Project Coordinator
Construction Manager
Architecture Project Manager

Entry Requirements

Application

A completed application.

Statement of Goals

A statement of your goals reflecting the academic, professional, and personal goals you would like to achieve through your work with Aspen University. Your goals statement will be evaluated by the Admissions Committee as part of the application process. The statement of goals should be between 300 - 500 words.

Bachelor's Degree Transcripts

Evidence of a bachelor’s degree in the form of official transcripts from an accredited/approved institution, or an equivalently certified degree from a recognized foreign college or university. Official transcripts of all previous baccalaureate and post-baccalaureate study must be sent directly to Aspen University by the granting institution(s).

Military Documentation (Optional)

A Military ID or DD214 for those who qualify for the military discount program.

Transfer Credit Evaluation (Optional)

Students who have earned college credit may submit a transfer credit evaluation report with corresponding course descriptions, and official transcripts from accredited institutions in order to determine which credits may be applied toward the requirements of a program at Aspen University.

Other Fees

Annual Technology Fee - $150

Graduation (one time) - $100

Proctored Examination (per exam) - $100

Textbooks - $1200

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You have the skills every business needs—you’re organized, detail-oriented and adaptable, and have a knack for getting things done. Build on your talents with the Project Management specialization of Saint Leo's Business Administration degree.

As a student in Saint Leo's IACBE-accredited Donald R. Tapia School of Business, you'll gain core knowledge and valuable skills to complete projects on time and within budget. Education Center courses are identical to those offered at University Campus—but with added flexibility for the working professional.

Step into any office equipped with the tools to lead: Understand contracts, procurement, cost-effective decision making, supply chain management, conflict resolution and human performance in a team environment. Learn to execute large and small projects from start to finish through faculty-guided projects and case studies. Earn credit—and get a first-hand look at how to manage and negotiate expectations of internal and external stakeholders—by interning with a local company.

As Florida's oldest Catholic institution of higher education, Saint Leo University offers a values-centered education for tomorrow’s business leaders.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have graduated in high school or diploma from an accredited institution

International applicants
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For non-native English speaking students ,provide proof of English language proficiency, demonstrated in at least one of the following ways:

- A minimum score 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

- A minimum score of 450 on the verbal component of the SAT

- Grades of B or higher in English composition courses where English is the language of instruction

- For transfer students, two semesters with grades of B or higher in English composition courses at regionally accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States

- Successful completion of an Association of International Educators-recognized ESL program

Other Fees

Books - $1,360

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Corporations across the globe in industries such as telecommunications, construction, information technology, entertainment, healthcare, and defense are becoming increasingly project-based and project-team oriented. An MBA with a concentration in Project Management provides students with the skills necessary to lead complex projects for mid to large-size corporations. The program focuses on best practices for selecting, initiating, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling, and closing projects.

Students engage in the practical application of project management principles through team exercises and the use of current industry software. All project management courses at the MBA level follow the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) Fifth Edition standards set by the Project Management Institute (PMI®). You will possess all the requisite skills and abilities needed to both pass the PMP Certification Exam and excel in the field as a knowledgeable member of a project team.

The MBA Concentration in project Management is designed to incorporate flexibility for working professionals and is offered online so that the course may be conveniently accessed by students 24/7. This flexibility also allows for the student to deal with the duties of meeting family needs, maintaining a job, and other outside responsibilities yet have access to their course room when they have extra time.

Job creation in the project management field is very positive with growth rates being the highest in the healthcare industry. Project management roles are expected to increase by 30 percent in the healthcare industry (Hanover Report, 2013). Nationally, project management roles are expected to grow at a faster rate than the national average for all occupations (Hanover Report, 2013). The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the job-growth rate will exceed 19 percent. The Hanover Report also estimated that the job growth rate for project managers and management analyst to exceed 29 percent (Hanover Report, 2013). The projected job growth rates of 19 percent and 29 percent represent a substantial increase and fully support the approval of the program. Lastly, the Hanover Report’s (2013) salary profile indicates that the average salaries of project managers range from $88,000 in Florida to $101,000 in Georgia with a national average of $92,000.

In almost every industry there are diverse stakeholder demands for project managers with strong foundational knowledge and significant depth in the skills and abilities developed in MBA Concentration in Project Management Program. The typical project manager is responsible for managing a program that prepares individuals to apply quantitative and qualitative knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to manage projects in a wide range of fields and occupations. Includes instruction in project planning, risk management, cost and time management, contracts and procurement, accounting, statistics, decision making, and human resources. The strong skills and abilities that are acquired in the program open the door for employment in many diverse fields.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Work experience is an added advantage for admitting into the program.

International applicants
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For non-native English speaking students ,provide proof of English language proficiency, demonstrated in at least one of the following ways:

- A minimum score 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

- A minimum score of 450 on the verbal component of the SAT

- Grades of B or higher in English composition courses where English is the language of instruction

- For transfer students, two semesters with grades of B or higher in English composition courses at regionally accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States

- Successful completion of an Association of International Educators-recognized ESL program

Other Fees

Books - $1,200

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Meet the growing demand for project leaders with the online MBA in Project Management from Southern New Hampshire University. Master the latest technology used by Fortune 500 companies as well as small- to mid-size businesses. Learn what it takes to plan, monitor, measure and adapt a project from start to finish. Gain the business training and knowledge needed to advance within your career or impress potential employers.

This project management master’s degree program introduces you to an increasingly popular profession as more companies move to project team-based business models. Particularly helpful for professionals in industries such as construction, IT development, manufacturing and consulting, the online MBA in Project Management provides a foundation for a successful career in this growing field.

SNHU is a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.) of the Project Management Institute (PMI®). Project managers are increasingly turning to R.E.P.s for certification training and maintenance. PMI® is the world's largest project management member association, representing more than 600,000 practitioners in more than 185 countries. Students must take the QSO 645 Project Management for PMP® Certification course in order to satisfy the educational requirement needed to take the PMP exam.

Advantages of the online MBA in Project Management at SNHU:

- One of the most affordable online project management master’s degrees around, offered by a respected, private, nonprofit university.

- ''Best of Business'' Awards: Best MBA Degree, Best Online Degree Programs.

- SNHU is a Registered Education Provider of PMI®, and graduates of this program meet the educational requirement needed to take the PMP® exam.

- No GMAT or GRE required for admission.

- Take on-campus or online courses - choose how you want to learn.

- Gain a real-world understanding of project management from instructors with extensive industry experience.

- Interact directly with faculty and fellow students through online discussions, group projects and case studies.

- Earn your MBA in Project Management online in as few as 15 months, with two courses per 10-week term.

- In-class or online course work leads to the same SNHU diploma.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or should anticipate completion of a bachelor's degree before enrollment in the graduate program.

International applicants
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- Applicants should have the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree

- Applicants will require the equivalent of 2.75 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration.

- Applicants who have some master’s level academic work may be eligible for transfer credits or exemptions.

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by: TOEFL score 79-80 and greater, IELTS 6.5 and greater, PPTE 54 and greater, ELS 107 and greater, Michigan 90 and greater. It is recommended that you have TOEFL and IELTS results sent directly to SNHU to avoid delays. SNHU’s TOEFL code is 3649. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

- English Bridge Applicants with the following scores will start in a bridge program combining English courses and academic courses: TOEFL 71-78, IELTS 6, PTE 49-53, ELS 112, EF 106, Michigan 85-89. English as a Second Language (ESL): Students with scores of TOEFL less than 71, IELTS less than 6.0, PTE less than 48, ELS less than 112, EF less than 106, and Michigan less than 85, can register and attend English as a Second Language (ESL) program

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Risk Management should be considered by those in the insurance industry.

Program Features and Benefits
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Capstone Course Required (No GMAT or GRE or Thesis required)

Worldwide practitioner instructors

Choose from eleven different concentrations ranging from environmental

Studies to risk management.

Start anytime in an individualized program.

Become part of a diverse MBA student body. 40% of our students are international and 60% are female.

Concordia University Wisconsin has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)

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