Online Master's in Project Management Program Outcomes

• Analyze competing demands for scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality
• Analyze the environment in which projects operate
• Evaluate project proposals using cost-benefit and business case analysis tools
• Evaluate relevant information and its sources (CT)
• Interpret the role of the project manager

Note: CT refers to the critical thinking/core learning items.

• Select planning techniques appropriate to the type of project
• Evaluate alternative courses of action to attain project objectives
• Develop tightly integrated project management plans and documents
• Apply appropriate estimating techniques to scope, schedule, cost, and resources
• Develop integrated change control procedures
• Plan and estimate project scope, resources, and schedule

• Identify quality standards relevant to the project
• Analyze dependencies between project requirements, specifications, and quality on product and project performance
• Use qualitative and statistical tools to measure conformance to quality specifications

• Plan risk management activities throughout the project
• Evaluate the probability and consequences of risks and estimate their implications for project objectives
• Develop procedures and techniques to enhance opportunities and reduce threats to the project objectives
• Resolve issues based on evidence weighed against relevant criteria (CT)
• Identify potential threats and opportunities for the project

Note: CT refers to the critical thinking/core learning items.

• Develop project procurement plan based on requirements and schedule
• Develop proposal documentation from a buyer and seller perspective
• Manage project contracts and vendor relationships
• Develop evaluation criteria and selection process for bids

• Apply knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts to project situations
• Evaluate project management decision-making
• Utilize conflict management and negotiations in a balanced approach
• Demonstrate appropriate communications and leadership styles
• Evaluate organization design to facilitate project completion
• Develop a climate for teamwork
• Ask critical questions for ongoing project enhancement and improvement (CT)

Note: CT refers to the critical thinking/core learning items.

• Evaluate various cost approaches for a project
• Develop project cost baseline
• Decompose project scope into measurable pieces
• Assess project performance management strategies to baseline
• Interpret project performance data

• Evaluate key project environment factors
  
• Identify key characteristics of each project management approach
  
• Synthesize the core practices and philosophies of each project management approach
  
• Apply appropriate project management approach
  
• Apply appropriate tools and techniques for each approach

• Determine the information and communication needs of the stakeholders
• Communicate status of project to appropriate stakeholders with clarity and coherence (CT)
• Develop a subject, including relevance, logic, grasp of subject, and depth of discussion (CT)
• Prepare professional documentation consistent with university and workplace standards

Note: CT refers to the critical thinking/core learning items.

• Know the legal requirements and the code of ethics of their profession and workplace
• Assess the congruence between personal norms and ethical principles (CT)
• Communicate in an ethical manner

Note: CT refers to the critical thinking/core learning items.

• ​Willingly learn about self and others in regards to diversity
• Demonstrate respectful engagement with others’ ideas, behaviors, and beliefs (CT)
• Apply diverse frames of reference to decisions and actions (CT)

Note: CT refers to the critical thinking/core learning items.