KU’s online Bachelor of Science in Project Management is a degree-completion program that provides those hoping to enter project management professions the opportunity to strengthen their background in content related to their anticipated profession. In these programs, you will learn how theory and practice work together to solve real-world problems in a variety of fields.
According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), organizations and companies across sectors and geographic borders steadily embrace project management. As a growing profession, project management is on track to gain nearly 2.2 million new jobs globally each year through 2027.
Driven by globalization, evolving technology and rapid automation of work processes, all types of organizations are placing growing emphasis on project-based planning, development and even operations, to gain a competitive advantage.
As you pursue your project management bachelor’s degree online with KU, you will be able to partner the project management foundation with additional areas of interest to tailor your education to your desired career path such as:
- Information technology management
- Construction management
- Healthcare management
- Advertising and marketing
- Public administration
Undergraduate Admission
Admission to KU
Consult the Office of Admissions for application deadlines and specific admission requirements.
Visit the International Support Services for information about international admissions.
Students considering transferring to KU may see how their college-level course work will transfer on the Office of Admissions website.
The BS in Project Management program is unique because it allows students to gain a thorough understanding of project management principles, while also focusing coursework in a variety of specializations such as health Informatics/healthcare, hospitality management, information technology, construction management, etc. from community college partners, specializations such as biotechnology or public and population health within the School of Professional Studies, or appropriate specializations from the Lawrence campus. The flexible curriculum of this program allows students to create an academic experience consistent with their career goals.
The Bachelor of Science in Project Management is comprised of six parts:
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KU Core Requirements: 24 credit hours
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Core 1.1: Critical Thinking Course
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Core 1.2: Quantitative Literacy Course: Fulfilled by BS Core
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Core 2.1: Communication Course: ENGL 101 Composition
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Core 2.1: Communication Course: ENGL 102 Critical Reading and Writing or BUS 305 Business Writing
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Core 2.2: Communication Course: COMS 130 Speaker-Audience Communication
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Core 3H: Arts and Humanities Course
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Core 3N: Natural Sciences Course: Fulfilled by BS Core
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Core 3S: Social Sciences Courses: Fulfilled by BS Core
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Core 4.1: Human Diversity Course
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Core 4.2: Global Culture/Awareness Course
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Core 5.1: Social Responsibility and Ethics Course
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Core 6: Integration and Creativity Course: Fulfilled by Major
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Bachelor of Science Core Courses: 24 credit hours
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Project Management Sequence Courses: 33 credit hours
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PMGT 305 Foundations of Project Management
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PMGT 310 Project Communications
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PMGT 315 Project Scheduling and Control
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PMGT 320 Introduction to Microsoft Project
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PMGT 325 Effective Project Team Leadership
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PMGT 405 Organizational and Project Risk Management
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PMGT 330 Organizational Strategy and Project Initiation
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PMGT 410 Managing Project Success
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PMGT 415 Project Procurement and Supply Chain Management
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PMGT 335 Project Stakeholder Engagement
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PMGT 420 Emerging Trends in Project Management
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PMGT Elective Courses: 9 credit hours of the courses below
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PMGT 425 Global Project Management
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PMGT 510 Advanced Agile Approaches to Project Management
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PMGT 430 Managing Virtual Project Teams
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PMGT 520 Advanced Microsoft Project
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Electives or Minor Courses: 27 credit hours
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Capstone: 3 credit hours
Example Degree Plan: Please consult with an academic success coach for a personalized plan.
| Freshman |
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| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
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| CHEM 130 (KU Core 3N) | 5 | COMS 130 (KU Core 2.2) | 3 |
| MATH 101 (KU Core 1.2) | 3 | KU Core 3H Arts and Humanities Course | 3 |
| ENGL 101 (KU Core 2.1) | 3 | ENGL 102 (KU Core 2.1) | 3 |
| Emphasis Area Course 1 | 3 | KU Core 1.1 Critical Thinking Course | 3 |
| | Emphasis Area Course 2 | 3 |
| | 14 | | 15 |
| Sophomore |
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| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
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| MATH 115 | 3 | ACCT 200 | 4 |
| KU Core 4.1 Human Diversity Course | 3 | IST 205 | 3 |
| ECON 142 (KU Core 3S) | 3 | KU Core 4.2 Culture, Diversity & Global Awareness | 3 |
| Emphasis Area Course 3 | 3 | Emphasis Area Course 5 | 3 |
| Emphasis Area Course 4 | 3 | Emphasis Area Course 6 | 3 |
| | 15 | | 16 |
| Junior |
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| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
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| PMGT 305 Foundations of Project Management | 3 | PMGT 315 Project Scheduling and Control | 3 |
| PMGT 310 Project Communications | 3 | PMGT 325 Effective Project Team Leadership | 3 |
| PMGT 320 Introduction to Microsoft Project | 3 | PMGT 335 Project Stakeholder Engagement | 3 |
| MATH 365 | 3 | PMGT Elective 1 | 3 |
| Emphasis Area Course 7 | 3 | Elective/ Minor Course | 3 |
| | 15 | | 15 |
| Senior |
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| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
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| PMGT 330 Organizational Strategy & Project Initiation | 3 | PMGT 405 Organizational & Project Risk Management | 3 |
| PMGT 410 Managing Project Success | 3 | PMGT 420 Emerging Trends in Project Management | 3 |
| PMGT 415 Project Procurement and Supply Chain Management | 3 | KU Core 5.1 Social Responsibility and Ethics | 3 |
| PMGT Elective 2 | 3 | PMGT Elective 3 | 3 |
| Elective/ Minor Course | 3 | PMGT 599 Project Management Capstone | 3 |
| | 15 | | 15 |
| Total Hours 120 |
