Master of Science in Project Management — Arlington
The Master of Science in Project Management is a STEM-designated academic degree program that empowers you with the technical, professional, and strategic expertise to manage projects from inception to completion across global markets.
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Overview
Northeastern’s Master of Science in Project Management is a STEM designated graduate degree accredited by the Project Management Institute’s Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC). This program gives students the skills and tools to drive organizational innovation and effectively lead volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous projects from inception to completion in global markets.
This master’s degree program features a curriculum with a two-pronged approach that provides students with BOTH:
- the foundational knowledge of scientific-based project management tools, organizational strategies, and theoretical concepts
- the opportunity to deepen subject matter expertise through targeted concentrations and innovative project management strategies
- Early courses rely on individual experiences simulated with software, evolving to group experiential network projects sponsored by local businesses before culminating into a real-world project in the capstone course.
This program was designed to include practical experimentation throughout the progression of a student’s experience.
The faculty that teaches project management specific courses each possess a minimum of ten years of professional project management experience along with a variety of advanced project management and industry credentials.
This combination of academic background and real-world experience allows faculty to provide students individual guidance on how to transition into the field of project management along with the insights and skills needed to launch a journey into a successful, thriving career.
Program objectives
- Specialized Knowledge – Effectively lead and manage sometimes interrelated, complex projects in a mature manner while avoiding common project management pitfalls.
- Broad, Integrative Knowledge – Manage project scope, risk, quality, and performance metrics while effectively communicating with all project stakeholders.
- Civic Learning – Understand the need for ethics and social responsibility in the practice of project management as outlined in the PMI Code of Ethics.
- Intellectual Skills – Develop the critical-thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills necessary to lead projects in a complex and dynamic project environment.
Unique Features
- STEM-designated graduate degree
- Opportunity for experiential learning and the co-op education program
- Project management concentrations allow students to focus their study on content-specific knowledge
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| Job Title | Growth Rate | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Project Manager | 6% | $95,370K |
| Finance and Insurance | 0% | $104,930K |
| Professional and Tech Services | 0% | $100,390K |
| Manufacturing | 0% | $97,350K |
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Experiential Network (XN)
Apply classroom learning to real-world professional settings during experiential project execution inside of coursework. Students can gain job experience by participating in industry-sponsored virtual experiential projects inside of select curricular and extracurricular courses.
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Get Set With a Custom Course Plan
Please note: The following is a sample curriculum and is subject to change. Enrolled students should reference the academic catalog for current program requirements.
Concentrations
Follow Our Leaders
Northeastern University's Project Management Student Organization is a student-run organization founded in 2017 to advance the discipline of project management and provide you with an unmatched opportunity to gain real-life experience in the field. NUPM is the largest club at the College of Professional Studies with a membership base of over 500 active members, including alumni, with chapters on the Boston and Toronto campuses.
This program has over 100 faculty members, with a minimum of 10 years of experience as a working professional. Our instructors don’t just teach project management within our program – they practice it on a day-to-today basis. They are adept at connecting theory to practice - which will prepare students to be job-ready from day one of their career.
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Jacques Alexis
Scholar practitioner with a unique combination of expertise in business economics, general management, portfolio, project, and operations management.Full bio
This degree allowed me to start a new career. I am now a program manager at a major world-renowned hospital, and while I am only just starting out, I know that this degree and field has unlimited opportunities for growth. It's an exciting field if you are someone who likes to challenge yourself in your career.
Melissa Grella - Current MS in Project Management student
Cost and Tuition
Tuition
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2024-2025 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
Application Deadlines
Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis; however, we do recommend the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term:
Domestic Application Guidelines
International Application Guidelines*
*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.
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