Project Management
Organizations increasingly rely on projects rather than routine operations to drive innovation, growth, and strategic change. Master the art of agile project management, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to rapidly adapt to evolving market demands.
Project Management, M.S.
Note: This academic program is pending final approval by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, which is scheduled to consider the final proposal on July 22, 2025. Students may not apply or be admitted prior to final approval by the Commission.
Master’s in Project Management Overview
The Master’s in Project Management program prepares professionals for leadership roles in planning, executing, and overseeing projects across industries such as IT, healthcare, construction, finance, and manufacturing. Project managers ensure that tasks are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards while balancing risks, resources, and stakeholder expectations.
Projects are the driving force behind innovation and business success. But how do organizations turn ideas into reality? How do large-scale initiatives stay on track, and how do teams collaborate effectively across different departments and regions? Project management is the key to answering these questions. Every project, whether developing new technology, launching a product, or constructing infrastructure, follows a structured process. From initiation to completion, project managers guide teams, allocate resources, and mitigate risks, ensuring that organizations achieve their strategic goals efficiently.
Project Management Goals
The goal of project management is to deliver successful outcomes by effectively organizing and controlling resources while balancing time, cost, and quality constraints. The Project Management Professional (PMP)® framework and Agile methodologies have revolutionized the field, shifting from rigid control structures to adaptive, dynamic project execution. Today’s project managers must master leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving to navigate complex business environments.
Customers, executives, and stakeholders expect projects to deliver value, meet deadlines, and stay within budget while maintaining high quality. A project manager ensures that every phase—initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure—runs smoothly, mitigating risks and optimizing workflows.
Project Management, M.S.
- Project Manager (IT, Construction, Healthcare, Finance, Engineering, etc.)
- Program Manager (Oversees multiple related projects)
- Portfolio Manager (Manages an organization’s project portfolio)
- Project Management Office (PMO) Director (Leads project governance and strategy)
- Risk Manager (Identifies and mitigates project risks)
- Quality Assurance Manager (Ensures project deliverables meet quality standards)
- Scrum Master (Facilitates Agile project teams)
- Agile Coach (Guides organizations in Agile transformation)
- IT Project Manager (Leads software development and technology projects)
- Construction Project Manager (Oversees building and infrastructure projects)
- Healthcare Project Manager (Manages hospital, research, and healthcare improvement projects)
- Supply Chain Project Manager (Optimizes logistics and procurement projects)
- Product Development Manager (Manages the lifecycle of new products and services)
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake.
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