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M.S. in Project Management

Demand is soaring for trained professionals with the skills to successfully manage vital projects for all types of companies and organizations. You can be one of them.

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Program Spotlight

Stuart School of Business delivers a comprehensive project management curriculum designed to develop your technical, leadership, and strategic business skills.

You’ll be ready to drive change, increase productivity, and deliver innovation as a project management professional.

  • Bridging Business and Technology. Tech is in our DNA, and being part of a tech-focused university reinforces our passion for it. When you choose Stuart School of Business, you’re choosing to become a highly sought-after professional equipped with the latest tech wisdom.
  • Chicago = Opportunity. Our downtown location places you at the heart of a vibrant, international business hub, boasting a wide range of industries as well as thriving public and nonprofit sectors. With Stuart’s connections for internships and networking, you’ll be ahead of the curve in advancing your career.
  • Hands-on Learning, Immediate Application. Stuart’s expert faculty bring extensive industry experience to their teaching. You'll learn both theory and practical skills, which will allow you to show that you’re ready to provide value from day one on the job.
  • Your Pathway to Globally Recognized Certifications. Our program encompasses the leading standards of the Project Management Institute (PMI), preparing you to apply for highly respected PMI certifications, such as Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and Project Management Professional (PMP).

Quick Snapshot

#1

Best College in Illinois

—The Wall Street Journal’s 2024 Best Colleges List

12+

Eligibility to be completed in 12 months full-time

FT/PT

Evening courses at our downtown Chicago campus, full or part-time

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Course Showcase

Want to be responsive and effective in your work? Be agile! Our course on Agile Project Management will introduce you to a dynamic approach that builds adaptability and flexibility into managing projects. Agile can help you get the job done right and on time, while reducing frustration and saving your business both time and costs.

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Edgar J. (M.P.A. Student)

“In my current management position, I have four or five different projects that I’m working on at any given time. Learning how formal project management works makes me more efficient in managing and overseeing projects and tracking my team’s work. I put what I’m learning into practice almost daily.”

Career Opportunities

The demand for professionals in project management roles is rapidly increasing around the world, according to a study released by the Project Management Institute. Project management is key to implementing new technologies across industries, with some of the fastest growth in employment for project managers occurring in sectors such as software development, health care, manufacturing, information services, finance, and insurance.

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About Illinois Tech

At Illinois Tech, innovation and achievement is a story more than 130 years in the making. At Chicago’s only tech-focused university, you’ll learn to speak the language of innovation. Join the ranks of our graduate alumni who have changed the course of human history, giving us the cell phone, the Pentium chip, Linksys, the telestrator, architectural marvels, and many other innovations that have revolutionized the world.

We offer future-oriented degrees in rapidly growing fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, design, and business analytics. These programs are designed to equip you with advanced skills that enable you to anticipate and drive change. At Illinois Tech, you'll be prepared to thrive at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future and making a significant impact.