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Master's in Project Management Program Overview

Develop the skills necessary to link operations and projects with relevant activities in almost all areas of business with the Master of Science in Project Management and Operations from Southern New Hampshire University.

You'll receive broad exposure to leading-edge topics and skill development in operations management, project management, supply chain management, logistics, quality control and management science. This exposure and your participation in several team projects will provide you with the concepts, language, insights, tools and leadership skills you'll need for success in operations and project management. Southern New Hampshire University is a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.) of the Project Management Institute (PMI)®, and graduates of this program meet the educational requirement needed to take the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam.

You'll enjoy access to authentic market-relevant content and projects. In the process, you'll be further prepared for a professional career relating to analysis, design, implementation and management of operations and projects in manufacturing and service organizations.

Learn how to:

• Recommend strategies for optimizing production of goods and services
• Identify total quality management (TQM) principles
• Create, evaluate and assess project plans to ensure outcomes
• Recommend strategies for improving the supply chain
• Evaluate operational and project management environments
• Manage cross-functional environments to ensure project goals

The MS operations degree program explores the contemporary issues that make almost any business run smoothly. Areas of study include supply chain management, international supply chain management, project management for PMP certification, management of service operations and Six Sigma quality management.

Program Mission

The MS in Project Management and Operations is designed to fulfill the university’s mission of training intellectually and culturally enriched individuals to be successful in their careers and contribute to their communities. In addition, the program responds to the university’s purpose of preparing students for an ever-changing and increasingly interconnected world.

Receive Credit for Prior Learning

You've earned it. Now take advantage of it. Students bringing in the following certifications may be eligible to waive certain courses, helping you save time and tuition.

• Active CPSM Certification for QSO-635: International Supply Chain Management
• Active CSCP APICS Certification for QSO-630: Supply Chain Management
• Active Six Sigma Black Belt for QSO-625: Six Sigma for Black Belt Certification

Courses & Curriculum

This 36-credit interdisciplinary program gives you the knowledge, skills and education you need to pursue or accelerate a career in operations management and project management. The master's in project management can be completed in as few as 15 months and provides a market-relevant combination of a comprehensive business education and real-world applications.

The program's technology-integrated coursework is continually adjusted to reflect the latest topics, technology and tactics in the field. Top-tier faculty boasts advanced academic qualifications and many years of practical experience in operations and project management.

As an MS in Project Management and Operations student, you’ll take 6 required courses, an additional 4 elective courses in your area of interest and 2 graduate-level business courses. Of your 36 credits, 24 credit hours must be QSO courses.