Project Management, MPM
Collaborative, Coordination, Innovation, Manager, Project Manager, Projects, Team, Transformation, analytical, approved for STEM-OPT extension, leadership, sustainability
Elevate your role within your organization and stand out in the marketplace with highly marketable skills that can be applied in multiple disciplines. You'll gain advanced knowledge in managing complex projects, with sustainability in mind.
In the Master of Project Management program, you learn to plan and execute complex projects by applying advanced project management models and methods, whether you are a recent graduate or a working professional. The program emphasizes scope, risk, quality, scheduling, cost, procurement, communication, stakeholder engagement and integration. You employ project management approaches, processes, structures and techniques, effectively contributing to development and deployment of project management methodologies that achieve organizational goals, solve complex problems and effect change around the globe. You gain advanced knowledge in leadership, conflict resolution and collaboration while experimenting with emerging technologies, and you get hands-on experience in classes taught by knowledgeable experts from across industries. You acquire expertise in budgeting, scheduling, communication and risk management.
This program was first in the nation to partner with Green Project Management, infusing curriculum with sustainability practices and helping to lead change.
This program prepares you to pursue a number of project management certifications and credentials, and specifically meets one of the requirements for taking the Professional Project Management certification exam.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Polytechnic, Tempe or Online
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
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.
33 credit hours including the required applied project course (PMG 593)
Required Core (24 credit hours) Restricted Electives (6 credit hours) Culminating Experience (3 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information
PMG 501 Project Management Theory (3)
PMG 502 The Thoughtful Project: Aligning Purpose with Approach (3)
PMG 503 Impact Analysis and Sustainability in Project Management (3)
PMG 525 Tools and Techniques for Project Decision Making (3)
PMG 526 Strategic Project Management (3)
PMG 527 Advanced Holistic Project Management (3)
PMG 532 Project and Program Assessment (3)
PMG 533 Stakeholder Engagement (3)
HCI 542 Systems Thinking in a Complex Environment (3)
OGL 552 Leading Diverse Teams (3) or PMG 531 Leading Integrative Teams (3)
OGL 553 Intercultural Leadership (3)
OGL 555 Leading Beyond Conflict (3)
OGL 562 Resource Development in Organizations: A Multiple Capitals Approach (3)
PMG 494 Topic: CAPM Exam Preparation Course (3) or PMG 598 Topic: CAPM Exam Preparation Course (3)
PMG 584 Internship (3)
SOS 509 Leading Sustainability Transitions (3)
PMG 593 Applied Project (3)
The PMG 584 Internship may be taken for a maximum of three credit hours. Other courses may be used for the restricted electives with the approval of the academic unit.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts.
Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any area from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- letter of intent
- professional resume
- two letters of recommendation
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency by scoring at least 4 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) or a score of 80 if taken before January 21, 2026 in a testing center; 6.5 on the IELTS, 105 on the Duolingo English test; or completion of the appropriate course through ASU Global Launch.
All applicants must submit a written letter of intent, including a detailed statement of purpose that addresses how the program goals coincide with the student's personal and professional objectives. The essay is evaluated based on content, presentation and evidence of graduate-level writing ability (the limit is 500 words).
The professional resume or curriculum vitae is limited to two pages.
Applicants must provide two references who complete a series of questions serving as letters of recommendation. These should specifically address the applicant's academic abilities. Recommendations from friends or family members are not accepted.
All applications are reviewed holistically, taking into account all application materials, including previous GPA, references, personal statement and work experience. Note that meeting any single requirement does not guarantee admission.
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.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Develop solutions to complex problems in managing projects.
- Evaluate the role of ethical literacy, civil discourse and sustainable development as applied to civic institutions.
- Model leadership skills when collaborating on projects.
- Assess the impact of a given project as it relates to sustainability.
Graduates have the expertise and knowledge needed for advanced positions as project managers and project leaders in a wide variety of public, private and nonprofit sectors.
They are prepared for positions as project managers, portfolio managers, program managers, IT project managers, quality managers and general managers. They are in a strong position to pursue work in government, engineering, construction, information technology, performing arts, health care and human services.
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.
Students who complete this program may be eligible for the following:
- Certified Associate in Project Management through the Project Management Institute (https://www.pmi.org/certifications/certified-associate-capm)
Students must have 23 hours of project management education and a secondary degree (high school diploma, associate degree or the global equivalent) to test; the 23 hours are contact hours (not credit hours). Students are eligible to sit for the CAPM following completion of this program. - Green Project Management (https://gpm.org/)
PMG 503 Sustainability in Project Management prepares learners for PMI®-GPM's Certified Sustainable Project Professional certificate, covering topics such as GPM-Global's® PRiSM structured approach that integrates a P5 impact analysis and sustainability management plan. - Project Management Professional (https://www.pmi.org/certifications/project-management-pmp)
This certification 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 36 months of experience leading projects within the past eight years. In addition, applicants must have 35 hours of project management training to sit for this test.
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Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
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. 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.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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