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Bachelor of Professional Studies in

Project Management

The Project Management Institute reports that 2.3 million people globally per year will be needed to fill all the project management-oriented positions expected to open by 2030.1 You can build skills that translate to any industry with the 100% online Bachelor of Professional Studies in Project Management degree from Syracuse University.

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A Versatile Degree in a Growing Career Field

With a median advertised salary of $103k in job postings nationwide2, project management is a strong career choice for students who want the freedom to work across a variety of industries. Expand your leadership potential with practical business strategies while gaining the knowledge and capabilities to lead projects across many disciplines.

Job growth is projected to continue, and the BPS in Project Management is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to lead projects across many disciplines.

Whether you want to pursue technology, healthcare, finance, or any other field, this program equips you with a solid foundation to excel. Students will explore the appropriate approach to develop a project management plan that documents the actions necessary to define, coordinate and measure all project activities, while ensuring control and management of risks, costs and changes to the project in order to achieve stakeholder expectations.

Aligned with professional credentials in project management, this degree ensures that you will be able to lead project teams successfully, even in a global or virtual setting. The capstone course allows you to apply the principles of project management to your own chosen discipline. Learning from expert instructors, you’ll complete your bachelor’s degree while learning the fundamentals of project management as well as important skills in these areas:

  • Global Leadership
  • Coaching for Leaders
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Change Management
  • Design Thinking
  • Cooperative Negotiations
  • Business and Digital Communications
  • Introduction to Legal Ethics

Discover Your Career Potential

You’ll graduate ready to advance in your career as a project manager across industries such as:

  • Finance
  • Commercial Banking & Real Estate
  • Medical & Healthcare
  • Technology
  • Computer Systems Design & Programming
  • Engineering & Building Construction
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • General Management Consulting
  • Marketing & Communications

Program Details

Tuition and Financial Aid

Syracuse University makes tuition very affordable for part-time students. In addition, we offer generous financial aid and scholarships to help make our already low part-time tuition even more affordable. There are also benefits and support for active-duty, veteran, and military-connected students, including tuition in online undergraduate degrees for active-duty members that’s covered 100% by military tuition assistance (TA) and unlimited participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program.

Dedicated Student Support

 

Each Syracuse University student is assigned a dedicated academic advisor who will work with you every step of the way, from registration to graduation, including general advising, transcript evaluation, career exploration and more. We’ll also help you navigate procedures and processes that might be unfamiliar to you if it’s been a while since you’ve attended school. Your advisor will help you come up with a personalized game plan to achieve your goals, with a focus on ensuring your success as an online student. These strategies for success include new-student onboarding, a technical overview of the online environment, tips for engaging successfully in the online classroom and more.

 

Admissions Requirements

 

Admissions for Syracuse University's online undergraduate programs are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply anytime.

  • High school diploma or GED, or official transcripts from all previous higher education institutions attended
  • For students transferring college credit, minimum 2.5 grade point average
  • For students with no college credit to transfer, high school transcript must be submitted with application
  • In certain instances, the admission committee may request letters of recommendation
  • Interview with an advisor (can be conducted by phone)

 

Hybrid Learning Model

 

Our online courses are structured so that most work can be completed on your own time throughout the week. Weekly real time class sessions give online students an opportunity to meet with professors and fellow classmates to expand on course content or to gain a better understanding of material.

 

Online Programs to Match Your Ambition

Wherever life finds you, we offer flexible, high-quality online degree programs to match your ambitions. Discover just a few benefits of earning your degree online at Syracuse University.

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Career-Focused Degree Programs

Gain skills in key areas to advance your career or take it in a new direction. Courses focus on experiential learning, providing you with plenty of opportunities to apply your studies to real-world scenarios.

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Engaged Learning Community

Connect and collaborate with your peers and professors throughout your program—including weekly live interactive learning sessions to discuss and expand on that week's content.

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World-Class Instruction

Experience the same academic rigor, learning from the same talented faculty, as students who are on the Syracuse University campus.

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Benefits for Military & Veterans

Whether you’re a veteran or are currently serving in the armed forces, Syracuse University is proud to help you succeed by offering special education benefits, including tuition at the TA rate for active-duty members.

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Flexible Options to Fit Your Busy Life

With programs designed for working professionals, you’ll have flexibility to balance your education with other life obligations without sacrificing quality. Looking to finish faster? We offer accelerated, 8-week-long classes with six starts throughout the year.

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Dedicated Student Support

Have a question about financial aid, your career search, or another topic? Enjoy peace of mind that dedicated academic advisement and support is just a call, email, or live chat away.

Go Beyond What's Possible

Don’t wait another day to forge the future you want. Call (680)-207-2521 or fill out the form on this page to learn more about our online, part-time degree programs.