Project Management ,BS
Business, Collaborative, Manage, Manager, Problem Solving, Projects, Regulation, Resource Allocation, analytical
Gain practical project management skills and lead with confidence.
The curriculum of the Bachelor of Science program in project management is grounded in the latest project management theories and practices. The program provides opportunities for students to apply these practices in professional situations through simulations and other forms of career-connected learning. Students learn the foundations of project leadership and how to manage project costs, schedules, resources and risks.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Polytechnic, Tempe or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 117 - College Algebra
- Math
intensity: Moderate
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Create a project management plan.
- Apply leadership theory to project situations presented in course materials.
- Evaluate project value across key project management domains.
Studying and interning abroad can be one of the most valuable tools for project management students. Global education programs enable students to develop a valuable intercultural communication skill set and project management aptitude that can give them an advantage in the workforce.
Graduates have the skills and knowledge needed for project management positions in a wide variety of organizations and settings, including business, government, nonprofit agencies and the service industry. Project managers can thrive in many industries, such as health care, information technology and construction management.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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9.7%
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$95,290
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4.5%
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$101,480
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6.5%
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$120,000
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4.2%
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$98,100
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5.2%
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$130,000
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9.7%
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$98,740
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1.6%
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$107,560
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5.6%
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$103,330
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6.2%
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$95,370
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ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
The Project Management Institute has two options for certification:
- The Certified Associate Project Manager credential requires 23 hours of project management education and a secondary degree (high school diploma, associate degree or the global equivalent) for students to test.
- The Project Management Professional credential requires either a four-year degree and 36 months of experience leading projects within the last eight years, or a secondary education diploma (high school diploma, associate degree or the global equivalent) with 60 months of experience leading projects within the past eight years. In addition, students must have 35 hours of project management training to sit for the PMP designation test.
School of Applied Professional Studies
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EDB 308
CISA@asu.edu
480-965-4464
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
