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MBA Project Management Specialization

Bringing together business and collaboration

With business problems growing more complex and companies implementing multifaceted projects that span the globe, there is an increased need for effective project management and digital leadership skills that will support a diverse global workforce.

An online Master of Business Administration with a Specialization in Project Management from our Keller Graduate School of Management here at DeVry University can help you prepare to dive into this problem-solving profession by teaching you how to manage projects that add value to organizations.

Get to know our MBA with a Project Management Specialization

Our online MBA with a Project Management Specialization can help you learn relevant interpersonal and leadership skills that will help you stay ahead of the curve in business settings. These skills include professional communication, corporate team building, and business analysis competencies. In addition to the management theory practices taught in our MBA program, our experienced faculty teach industry-specific skills like human resource management, risk management, and business processes.

Our project management mission statement

The mission of our Keller Graduate School of Management Project Management specialization is to educate students with relevant project and program management knowledge, tools, and techniques required to lead successful projects and programs within the global business environment.

Complimentary PMI® student membership

To support you along your professional development journey, you’ll receive a complimentary Project Management Institute (PMI) student membership.1 Aspiring project managers can use this membership to:

  • Download a free PMBOK® Guide and other PMI resources.1

  • Access project management templates and tools.

  • Receive discounts on certification exam fees and more.

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Course waivers at Keller

Master’s Advantage

Put your degree to work sooner!

 
3
fewer courses
6
fewer months
 
 
Up to
$6,800
in savings
 
Are you eligible?

If you’ve earned an undergraduate degree in business or technology, or a degree with a technology specialization, you may be eligible to waive up to 3 courses (or 9 credit hours). We call this our Master’s Advantage. With prior learning credit,2 you can take fewer courses and put your master’s degree to work even sooner.

Accelerated Schedule*
1 year
8 months
Average 10 credits per semester
OR
Normal Schedule**
3 years
2 months
Average 6 credits per semester

Learn on your schedule

Choose the schedule that best fits your goals and commitments. With at least 9 credit hours of qualifying prior learning credit and an accelerated pace, you can earn your master’s degree in as little as 1 year and 8 months.3

 

Or follow a normal schedule and complete your program in 3 years and 2 months.4

3Accelerated time to complete requires at least 9 credit hours of Prior Learning Credit. Per 12-month period assumes completion of 3 semesters, enrollment in an average of 10 credit hours per semester, and continuous, full-time, year-round enrollment with no breaks. 
4Normal time assumes completion of 3 semesters per year, enrollment in an average of 6 credit hours per semester, and continuous, year-round enrollment with no breaks.

  • 01 Knowledge & Skills
  • 02 Embedded Programs
  • 03 Career
  • 04 FAQs
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Knowledge, skills, and outcomes

What you'll learn

Our MBA with a Project Management Specialization program here at Keller Graduate School of Management covers the following:

  • Model an advanced, integrated, and applied understanding of project management as a discipline.

  • Demonstrate the skills required to scope and solve complex problems and develop innovative solutions that minimize risks and optimize impacts for both projects and programs.

  • Manage complex and technical activities within both predictable and unpredictable environments by integrating knowledge and solutions from practitioner and academic viewpoints.

  • Evaluate complex sociocultural factors, ethical issues, and social responsiveness to maximize the management of resources, procedures, and processes.

  • Apply leadership skills to promote a positive environment, motivate team members, and deliver a sustained competitive advantage.

  • Develop a project in alignment with organizational strategy using an advanced, integrated, and applied understanding of project management that creates and delivers value.

Tailored PM skills

Choose our Construction Project Management course (PROJ 582) or our Managing IT Projects course (PROJ 585) to customize your curriculum to fit your interests and career goals.

Accreditation matters

Being accredited means we’ve met rigorous quality standards and are committed to giving you the education you deserve. Our accreditations and recognitions include:

  • The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP): Our Master of Business Administration is accredited by ACBSP, https://acbsp.org/, demonstrating it has met standards of business education that promote teaching excellence.5 Learn more about program outcomes and student achievement.

  • Project Management Institute’s Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC): Our Master of Business Administration when completed with a concentration in Project Management is accredited by the Project Management Institute’s Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC).6 View our project management mission statement.

  • PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP): As a Premier level ATP of the Project Management Institute (PMI), Keller is proud to offer project management exam preparation course PROJ605, which provides authorized content helping students meet education requirements for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam.7

  • The Higher Learning Commission (HLC): Institutionally, DeVry University is accredited by HLC, www.hlcommission.org. Our Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation.

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Embedded programs

Embedded programs: Demonstrate skills at every step

Ready to earn an additional credential? Courses in our online Graduate Certificate in Project Management are embedded within our MBA with a Project Management Specialization.8 Requesting this embedded option can allow you to earn a graduate certificate on the way to your master's.

At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied.

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MBA with a Project Management Specialization job opportunities

When you earn an MBA with a Project Management Specialization, you may consider careers such as:

  • Project manager

  • Project specialist

  • Operations and supply chain manager

Learn more about
Careers in project management

FAQs: MBA in Project Management

Do you need an MBA to be a project manager?

No, you do not always need an MBA to become a project manager, though having an MBA in Project Management can help demonstrate that you’re willing to take the time to invest in your education and skillset. In many cases, it’s good to have additional credentials on your resume, as it may help you stand out to potential employers. However, having more credentials does not guarantee employment.

How long does it take to earn an MBA in Project Management?

You can earn your MBA PM in as little as 1 year and 8 months with an accelerated schedule3 or 3 years and 2 months with a normal schedule4 — or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits.

3Accelerated time to complete requires at least 9 credit hours of Prior Learning Credit. Per 12-month period assumes completion of 3 semesters, enrollment in an average of 10 credit hours per semester and continuous, full-time year-round enrollment with no breaks. 4Normal time assumes completion of 3 semesters per year, enrollment in an average of 6 credit hours per semester and continuous, year-round enrollment with no breaks.

What can I do with an MBA in Project Management?

An MBA in Project Management is an incredibly versatile degree that can be applied both in and out of the business world. The MBA component of the degree helps you develop high-level business skills, while the project management component can help you learn how to manage complex projects across a variety of industries.

MBA in Project Management vs. PMP

An MBA with a Specialization in Project Management is a graduate-level degree from an accredited university and helps you learn business principles and project management skills that can be applied across a variety of industries. A PMP®, which stands for Project Management Professional, is a certification that is awarded by the Project Management Institute. This professional certification may help you stand out to employers but is different from a degree.

Can I earn an MBA with a Project Management Specialization online?

You certainly can. Online education programs here at DeVry and our Keller Graduate School of Management allow you to earn a graduate degree in a way that is aligned with your goals and your busy life. Our MBA degree can be completed as a 100% online program or, if you prefer, in a hybrid format that combines online education with an on-campus experience.9

What are the admissions requirements for an MBA with a Project Management Specialization?

To be admitted to this program, you must hold a valid bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution and provide evidence of English language, math, and verbal skills proficiency. MBA applicants need either a 2.5 or higher undergraduate GPA on a 4.0 scale or satisfactory scores on either the GRE (Graduate Record Examination), the GMAT (the Graduate Management Admission Test administered by the Graduate Management Admissions Council), or a Keller-administered admission exam. Visit our graduate school admissions page for more details.

Is project management a growing industry?

While actual local growth may vary, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects nationwide employment of project management specialists to grow 6% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations, with more than 78,000 job openings each year, on average, over this period.

MBA vs. master's in project management: What is the difference?

Both programs are graduate business degrees that can help you pursue career advancement opportunities. The differences lie in each program’s curriculum. While a specialized master’s degree program focuses primarily on topics that are directly related to project management, an MBA program covers a broader landscape of business administration-related subjects, such as leadership, technology, and business strategy, that can help you apply your business education across a wider range of industries and career roles.

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1A complimentary PMI® student membership is provided to students enrolled in any graduate PROJ course. PMBOK is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

2Eligibility and application of course waivers vary based on the type of course waiver credit earned, the student’s enrolled location, and/or the student’s state of residence. For more information, please refer to the Course Waiver section of the Keller academic catalog.

3Accelerated time to complete requires at least 9 credit hours of prior learning credit. Per 12-month period assumes completion of 3 semesters, enrollment in an average of 10 credit hours per semester and continuous, full-time, year-round enrollment with no breaks.

4Normal time assumes completion of 3 semesters per year, enrollment in an average of 6 credit hours per semester, and continuous, year-round enrollment with no breaks.

5Conferral and assessment data is available for all DeVry and Keller ACBSP accredited programs. For a full list of our ACBSP accredited programs, visit our Accreditation page.

6Enrollment and graduation data is available for all of DeVry and Keller’s GAC® accredited programs. PMBOK, PMP, the GAC seal, and PMI’s Authorized Training Partner seal are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

7As a Premier level Authorized Training Partner (ATP) of the Project Management Institute (PMI), Keller is proud to offer the project management exam preparation course PROJ605. This course provides authorized content helping students meet education requirements for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam. Faculty teaching PROJ605 have completed specialized training and have earned the ATP Instructor badge.

8At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program at DeVry. Refer to the academic catalog for details.

9Program, course, and extended classroom availability vary by location. In site-based programs, students will be required to take a substantial amount of coursework online to complete their program.

 

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