Program Overview

Master of Engineering in Project Management

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.

Overview

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.

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. 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.

Application Requirements

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

Program Structure

The program can be completed 100% online. Select courses are also offered in person at the Edwards Campus in Overland Park, KS.

Course List

The following courses are required:

• PMGT 816: Project Management Fundamentals I (3 hours)
• PMGT 817: Project Management Fundamentals II (3 hours)
• PMGT 818: Project Management Fundamentals III (3 hours)
• PMGT 819: Project Management Fundamentals IV (3 hours)
• PFS 801: Interpersonal and Persuasive Communication Skills for Managers (3 hours)
• PFS 802: Managing Teams and Leading People (3 hours)
• PFS 803: Financial Management for Professional Success (3 hours)
• EMGT 750: Engineering Management (3 hours)
• Research & Practica:
  • PMGT 830: Case Studies in Project Management (3 hours)
• PMGT Electives (6 hours): Choose from the following available PMGT elective courses or other PMGT department-approved courses:
  • PMGT 808: Lean Six Sigma
  • PMGT 811: Project Contracts and Procurement
  • PMGT 820: Management of New Product Development Projects
  • PMGT 821: Management of Consulting Projects
  • PMGT 823: Risk Management for Project Managers
  • PMGT 824: Project Cost Estimation, Analysis, and Control
  • PMGT 825: Portfolio Analysis and Program Management
  • PMGT 827: Project Team Management and Development
  • PMGT 828: Management of Global Projects
  • PMGT 829: Management of Distributed Project Teams
  • PMGT 840: Developing as a Project Leader
  • PMGT 842: Project Management in an Agile Environment Total Hours: 33

Learning Outcomes

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.