The University of Kansas offers a Bachelor of Science in Project Management designed for both on-ground students at the Lawrence campus and online learners, including transfer students. This bachelor’s degree program emphasizes a theoretical focus, providing a broader and more in-depth understanding of project management theory, research, and analytical thinking. Students will learn how theory and practice combine to solve real-world problems across various fields.
According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), project management is a rapidly growing profession, with nearly 2.2 million new jobs projected globally each year through 2027. As organizations respond to globalization, technological advancements, and automation, project-based planning and operations are increasingly vital for maintaining a competitive edge.
Students can tailor their education to align with career goals by integrating project management with fields such as:
This program is available in-person at the Lawrence Campus and can also be completed online.
The B.S. in Project Management follows university admission requirements for freshman and transfer students. Please visit https://admissions.ku.edu/apply to review admission standards.
This program offers flexible pathways for students to complete their degree. The School of Professional Studies strongly encourages students to contact a School representative prior to applying for admission to develop a personalized degree completion plan. To schedule an appointment, please email professionalstudies@ku.edu.
The following list describes the specific courses to fulfill the BS in Project Management degree requirements.
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
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| MATH 101 | College Algebra: _____ | 3 |
| MATH 115 | Calculus I | 3 |
| CHEM 130 | General Chemistry I (or a physical science course with lab) | 5 |
| ACCT 200 | Fundamentals of Financial Accounting | 4 |
| ITEC 301 | Survey of Information Systems | 3 |
| or IST 205 | Survey of Information Systems |
| ECON 142 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| or ECON 144 | Principles of Macroeconomics |
| PMGT 305 | Foundations of Project Management | 3 |
| PMGT 310 | Project Communications | 3 |
| PMGT 315 | Project Scheduling and Control | 3 |
| PMGT 320 | Introduction to Microsoft Project | 3 |
| PMGT 325 | Effective Project Team Leadership | 3 |
| PMGT 330 | Organizational Strategy and Project Initiation | 3 |
| PMGT 335 | Project Stakeholder Engagement | 3 |
| PMGT 405 | Organizational and Project Risk Management | 3 |
| PMGT 410 | Managing Project Success | 3 |
| PMGT 415 | Project Procurement and Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| PMGT 420 | Emerging Trends in Project Management | 3 |
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| Global Project Management | |
| Managing Virtual Project Teams | |
| Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals | |
| Advanced Agile Approaches to Project Management | |
| Advanced Microsoft Project | |
| Project Management Internship | |
| CAPM Certification Test Preparation | |
| PMP Certification Test Preparation | |
| AI and Innovation in the Workplace | |
| PMGT 599 | Project Management Capstone | 3 |
| Total Hours | 120 |
While completing all required courses, students must also meet each of the following hour and grade-point average minimum standards:
Total Hours: Satisfied by a minimum of 120 total hours.
Junior/Senior Hours: Satisfied by a minimum of 45 junior/senior (300+) hours.
Graduation GPA: Satisfied with a minimum 2.0 KU GPA and a minimum of a "C" in all Project Management Sequence, Project Management Electives, and Capstone requirements.
Example Degree Plan: Please consult with an academic advisor for a personalized plan.
| Freshman |
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| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
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| MATH 101 (Core 34: Math and Statistics (SGE)*) | 3 | Core 34: English (SGE)010 | 3 |
| CHEM 130 (Core 34: Natural and Physical Sciences (SGE)**) | 5 | Core 34: Communications (SGE)020 | 3 |
| Core 34: English (SGE)010 | 3 | Core 34: Social and Behavioral Sciences (SGE)050 | 3 |
| Elective, PMGT 101 recommended | 3 | Core 34: Arts and Humanities (SGE)060 | 3 |
| | Elective | 3 |
| | 14 | | 15 |
| Sophomore |
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| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
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| MATH 115* | 3 | ACCT 200 | 4 |
| ECON 142 | 3 | IST 205 | 3 |
| Core 34: Social and Behavioral Sciences (SGE)050 | 3 | Core 34: Global Culture (SGE)070 | 3 |
| Core 34: US Culture (SGE)070 | 3 | Core 34: Arts and Humanities (SGE)060 | 3 |
| Elective, PMGT 210 recommended | 3 | Elective/Minor Course | 3 |
| | 15 | | 16 |
| Junior |
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| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
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| PMGT 305 | 3 | PMGT 315 | 3 |
| PMGT 310 | 3 | PMGT 325 | 3 |
| PMGT 320 | 3 | PMGT 335 | 3 |
| PMGT Elective 1 | 3 | PMGT Elective 2 | 3 |
| Elective/Minor Course | 3 | Elective/Minor Course | 3 |
| | 15 | | 15 |
| Senior |
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| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
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| PMGT 330 | 3 | PMGT 410 | 3 |
| PMGT 405 | 3 | PMGT 420 | 3 |
| PMGT 415 | 3 | PMGT 599 (Capstone) | 3 |
| PMGT Elective 3 | 3 | PMGT Elective 4 | 3 |
| Elective/Minor Course | 3 | Elective/Minor Course | 3 |
| | 15 | | 15 |
| Total Hours 120 |
Notes:
* - This course is a Required major course and is also part of Core 34: Systemwide General Education. If this course is not taken to fulfill the Core 34:SGE requirement, it must be taken in place of elective hours.
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Select and utilize project initiation principles and tools to initiate projects in alignment with organizational strategic objectives and provide value to the organization.
- Select and utilize stakeholder management tools and techniques to identify, categorize, and manage stakeholders on projects.
- Select and utilize appropriate project management tools and techniques to plan projects including the development of key project planning documents.
- Evaluate and utilize project management best practices to execute projects and communicate project information in a professional and ethical manner.
- Select and utilize project management methodologies to properly close out projects and prepare final project documentation.
- Synthesize how to use management and leadership skills to best manage a diverse project team to deliver value to the organization.
- Integrate emerging trends in project management to continually refine the methodologies utilized to manage projects in a professional manner.
