Project management is profoundly impacting the engineering field by ensuring that complex projects are executed efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. Project management is crucial in engineering and other fields, driven by globalization, the internet, and the rapid advancement of work processes. Engineering projects must be implemented faster and more efficiently than ever before, requiring technically oriented and highly skilled project managers. The Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Project Management degree addresses workforce needs by providing individuals from multiple engineering disciplines with the skills, confidence, and competence to manage a variety of projects, bridging the fields of engineering, technology, people, and business.
This degree emphasizes the practical application of project management skills in engineering contexts and is designed to prepare students for professional roles by providing hands-on experience and technical skills directly applicable to the industry.
The Project Management (PMGT) fundamental courses will strengthen individual’s knowledge and ability to apply the theories and concepts of project management in the real world. Electives will be offered on a rotational basis and will remain current with project management trends, demands, and the interests of our students.
This program can be completed 100% online. Select courses are also offered in person at the Edwards Campus in Overland Park, KS.
Faculty biographical information and other program information may be viewed on the program’s website https://sps.ku.edu/programs/project-management or call 785-864-0163 to speak with an academic advisor.
Graduate Admission Requirements
An applicant seeking to pursue graduate study may be admitted as either a degree-seeking or non-degree seeking student. Policies and procedures of Graduate Studies govern the process of Graduate admission. These may be found in the Graduate Studies section of the online catalog. For more information on admission to a graduate program at KU, see the policy on Admission to Graduate Study.
International students may have enrollment specifications (i.e., full-time status, in-person courses) to meet their visa status requirements. Students needing the majority of their courses in-person are strongly advised to apply for admission to start in the Fall semester to maximize course availability.
Applications may be submitted at http://graduate.ku.edu/ku-graduate-application.
The following materials must be included to submit a complete application for admission:
- Official transcript from the institution where the bachelor's degree (or equivalent) was earned
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose
For admission to KU's Master of Engineering in Project Management, applicants must have:
- An undergraduate degree in engineering or related science from an accredited institution.
- A 2.5 or higher undergraduate grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants may be admitted with a grade point average between 2.0-2.5 upon program review of their overall credentials.
- Two years full-time, post-undergraduate work experience in a technological environment.
Master of Engineering in Project Management
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| PMGT 816 | Project Management Fundamentals I | 3 |
| PMGT 817 | Project Management Fundamentals II | 3 |
| PMGT 818 | Project Management Fundamentals III | 3 |
| PMGT 819 | Project Management Fundamentals IV | 3 |
| PFS 801 | Interpersonal and Persuasive Communication Skills for Managers | 3 |
| PFS 802 | Managing Teams and Leading People | 3 |
| PFS 803 | Financial Management for Professional Success | 3 |
| EMGT 750 | Engineering Management | 3 |
| PMGT 830 | Case Studies in Project Management | 3 |
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| Lean Six Sigma | |
| Project Contracts and Procurement | |
| Management of New Product Development Projects | |
| Management of Consulting Projects | |
| Risk Management for Project Managers | |
| Project Cost Estimation, Analysis, and Control | |
| Portfolio Analysis and Program Management | |
| Project Team Management and Development | |
| Management of Global Projects | |
| Management of Distributed Project Teams | |
| Developing as a Project Leader | |
| Project Management in an Agile Environment | |
| Total Hours | 33 |
Please note that electives may be taken outside of PMGT with the pre-approval of advisors for the Master of Engineering degree program.
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Manage complex projects, programs, and portfolios utilizing current best practices in the industry.
- Solve complex problems utilizing current and emerging project management methodologies, tools, and techniques through the entire project lifecycle.
- Synthesize concepts, engage teams, conduct financial analysis, and propose pathways through complex business situations.
- Synthesize knowledge from different fields and cultures to create inclusive project management procedures and processes aligned with ethical and professional practices.
- Construct innovative solutions that create strategic alignment and provide value to the project organization and the communities served.
- Evaluate risks on a project, analyze the likelihood that each might occur, and recommend a mitigation plan for prioritized risks.
