IT Project Management (M.S.)
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Project Management has developed into a core business competency, and professionals with project management skills are currently highly sought among employers. Many top corporations and government agencies are establishing special project management divisions. Whatever the venture, project management skills are essential in ensuring that a job is completed successfully, on time and to budget. Our exclusive Master's Degree provides a comprehensive focus on critical project management skills for IT managers. The 30-credit-hour degree program covers essential skills and topics including procurement and risk management, to systems integration and organizational leadership. Additionally, the curriculum has received Registered Education Provider (REP) status through the Project Management Institute (PMI®), providing preparation for the nationally recognized PMP certification.
About the Program
The curriculum is designed around the core skills for project management, with an emphasis on application in the IT industry. Yet, the core skills and knowledge are transferrable across any industry. This 30-credit-hour degree provides students with a sound, working understanding of the principles of project management and the skills essential for a successful career in project management.
PMI® Registered Education Provider
Our Project Management Institute® registered education provider distinction is an indicator of the connection between our curriculum and the professional standards of the field. Your instruction at Harrisburg University helps meet one of the key requirements to take the Project Management Professional® (PMP) exam, the profession’s most globally recognized and respected credential. The PMP® designation following your name tells current or potential Information Technology employers that you have demonstrated a solid foundation of knowledge in the field.
Classes are scheduled in the evening for adult learners and working professionals. Plus, your employer tuition reimbursement goes further at HU, too. We allow to you to defer your tuition payment until the end of the semester through our Employer Deferred Tuition program.
For more information on the field of project management and the demand for PM professionals, view this informational PowerPoint presentation.
Specialized Graduate Certificates in IT Project Management
To provide business and information technology professionals with the skills to plan, manage, and evaluate technology projects successfully, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology has developed three, graduate-level certificates applicable to a variety of project types. Within the University’s graduate program in IT Project Management, individuals can enroll in one of the following graduate certificates: Managing Software Development Projects (18 credits); Business Analysis for Project Management (12 credits); IT Project Management Certificate (12 credits).
Apply
Students wishing to join the degree program, or simply register for a single course, may begin the process by submitting an online application. For more details on the program, or an opportunity schedule a personal appointment, call 717.901.5101 or email Admissions@HarrisburgU.net