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Majors & Degrees

Project Management (AS)

Track toward your career goals with a project management degree

Credits

60

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Tuition

$8,956.50

estimated per semester

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An Associate Degree in Project Management prepares you to play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and managing crucial projects across all industries. Learn the core principles of project management, including scope, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools used by professionals.

Graduate with the knowledge, confidence, and practical experience needed to step into entry-level project management roles and immediately make an impact. Strengthen your leadership skills and learn how to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

 

Why project management?

The demand for skilled project managers is at an all-time high, and the role is integral to the success of organizations worldwide. Here’s why a career in project management is a smart choice:

  • High demand: Organizations across all industries seek skilled professionals to lead projects and ensure timely, successful completion.
  • Leadership opportunities: Project managers are often at the forefront of their teams, providing leadership and guidance to achieve complex goals.
  • Lucrative career path: Project management professionals enjoy competitive salaries, ample opportunities for advancement, and the potential for specialization in various industries.
The Associate Degree in Project Management is stackable and easily transfers toward our Project Management Specialization in our Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems program.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the AS degree in Project Management, students will:

  • Initiate projects with clear scope, requirements, and stakeholders.
  • Plan complex projects using appropriate tools.
  • Document project risk.
  • Manage project costs.
  • Select the appropriate management approach based on project circumstances.
  • Exercise ethical project management.

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