500

This course explores the functions performed by a professional project manager and the value of efficiently planning and managing projects. Students learn and apply the principles, techniques, and tools for managing the five phases of project lifecycle: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling, and closing projects. They further review best practices in stakeholder management, policy inclusion, budget analysis, quality assurance, risk mitigation, and schedule management, as well as applications of project management in a variety of professional fields. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours

This course introduces students to the discipline of project management with examples of the kinds of projects they are likely to encounter in their career, such as new product development, compliance projects, and operational improvements. Students will learn principles and apply techniques in project selection, planning, execution, control, and adaptation. Both traditional and agile approaches will be covered. Course contents align with industry certifications (e.g., Project Management Professional) although the course by itself is insufficient for certification exams.

This course will introduce the concepts and context of product, program, and project portfolio management. The relationship to organizational strategy is explored. This course will provide an overview of various project management methodologies and tools. Students will be developing a portfolio of projects aligned with a strategic plan.