Boston University Metropolitan College

Manage Simple to Complex Projects with a Graduate Certificate or MS in Project Management

Develop the advanced project management skills necessary to successfully guide projects in a global marketplace with a master’s degree and/or graduate certificate from a top-ranked research university. Study online or on campus, full- or part-time. No GRE/GMAT required.

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Accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC)

Workers with project management skills have always been in demand…and never more so than today. A recent Project Management Institute® (PMI) study (Make Reality Global Survey 2020–2021) cited project management as 1 of the top 5 areas business leaders want to prioritize.

Yet, a talent shortage persists. According to the 2021 PMI^® report, Talent Gap: Ten-Year Employment Trends, Costs, and Global Implications, the global economy will need 25 million new project professionals by 2030. That means 2.3 million people will need to enter project management-oriented employment every year. To counteract this shortage, we need to ensure that the project management workforce has the skills necessary to navigate a rapidly evolving profession.

Are you ready to expand your career options? A master’s degree and/or graduate certificate in Project Management can make that possible.

Programs

Which Program is Right for You?

BU MET has the right Project Management master’s or graduate certificate program to bring your career to the next level.

MS in Project Management

BU MET’s MS in Project Management (MSPM) prepares you to manage complex projects, facilitate communication between the project team and clients, and balance competing demands among scope, time, cost, and quality—providing the tools to achieve success at the highest levels of management.

Coursework covers mega-projects, project and program portfolios, agile principles, project and program governance, project planning and control, project management life cycle, methodologies of effective leadership and motivation, cost and risk management, management of project quality and procurement, earned value analysis, and communication.

When you complete the master’s degree in Project Management, you’ll be able to:

Construct a project plan and demonstrate knowledge of key subsidiary plans such as scope, schedule, cost, quality, communications, resources, and procurement.
Demonstrate proficiency in developing an agile or plan-based project management life cycle for projects relevant to their professional domain.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of project delivery principles—such as value, stewardship, team, stakeholders, risk management, communications, and leadership.
Build and enhance team capability after assessing personal strengths and weaknesses and develop skills to manage a team and lead others.
Demonstrate knowledge of strategic planning, portfolio and program management, project analytics, and governance applicable to large projects and programs.
Apply key drivers for project success—such as value delivery systems, change management, complexity management, investing in actively engaged sponsors, and social responsibility and ethics.

MS in Project Management, Program & Project Portfolio Management Concentration

The MS in Project Management concentration in Program & Project Portfolio Management provides an expanded enterprise view and hands-on practice in the collection of programs and portfolios.

You’ll learn to evaluate the critical success factors that align with strategic goals of the organization and describe best practices for managing such a portfolio. You’ll construct a program management plan that takes advantage of best practices for the creation and management of programs and coordination of resources, schedule, finance, and risk at the enterprise level.

You’ll also acquire in-depth practical knowledge of enterprise tools used in organizations to plan and manage a portfolio of programs and projects and learn how to leverage project analytics data to make well-informed decisions.

Metropolitan College’s Project Management master’s degree concentration in Program & Project Portfolio Management will equip you to:

Evaluate critical success factors for projects and programs across industries, use these factors to create project portfolios that align with strategic goals of the organization, and describe best practices for managing such a portfolio.
Construct a program management plan that describes best practices for the creation and management of programs and how to plan and coordinate resources, procurement, schedules, finance, risk, and change.
Acquire in-depth practical knowledge of sophisticated, powerful, and highly integrated enterprise tools used in organizations to plan and manage a portfolio of programs and projects, and learn how to leverage project analytics data to make well-informed decisions.

Project Management Graduate Certificate

Offered online and on campus, the Graduate Certificate in Project Management offers proven practices and innovative techniques sought after in multinational industries such as telecom, construction, energy, IT, aerospace and defense, finance, and healthcare.

Conduct project simulations, examine detailed case studies, and gain both theoretical and practical expertise in project management tools and techniques, with an emphasis on communications, risk analysis, cost estimation and budgeting, and quality control.

Ideal for project managers, systems analysts, designers, programmers, research managers, and others engaged in the administration of technical projects, the BU MET Project Management certificate will help you advance and succeed more readily in a variety of professional settings and can serve as a stepping-stone towards a master’s degree.

The Project Management graduate certificate will equip you with:

Proficiency in developing a project management life cycle.
Proficiency in all basic project management tools and techniques, with an emphasis on communications, risk analysis, cost estimation and budgeting, and quality control.
Knowledge of tools for project scheduling, templates for project management and communication, and techniques to measure cost variance, schedule variance, and earned value.

Project, Program & Portfolio Management Graduate Certificate

Develop program and portfolio management skills with the Project, Program & Portfolio Management Graduate Certificate. Learn the principles, practices, and activities of program and portfolio management that support good practices across all industry domains.

Complete this certificate, and you’ll be able to:

Evaluate critical success factors for projects and programs across industries.
Use these factors to create project portfolios that align with strategic goals of the organization and describe best practices for managing such a portfolio.
Construct a program management plan that describes best practices for the creation and management of programs.
Learn how to plan and coordinate resources, procurement, schedule, finance, risk, and manage change.
Acquire in-depth practical knowledge of enterprise tools used in organizations to plan and manage a portfolio of programs and projects.
Leverage project analytics data to make well-informed decisions.

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Program Highlights

BU’s Project Management programs are top level. Here are a few reasons why:

Flexibility

Study at the pace that works for you, evenings on campus or fully online. Courses begin fall, spring, and summer; online courses have 2 starts per term.

Affordability

MET offers merit scholarships to help finance your degree. No GRE or GMAT required.

24:1 Class Ratio

Enjoy an exceptional student-to-instructor ratio, ensuring close interaction with faculty and access to the support you need to thrive.

Professional Exam Prep

BU offers optional, complimentary Project Management Professional (PMP®) and PMI-ACP® exam preparation courses that are ideal for PMP® certification. The MSPM curriculum also prepares you for success on exams leading to Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) designation.

Active Learning Environment

The programs focus on practical, hands-on education, combining graduate-level theory with the core competencies and skills that underlie the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification—education you can apply on the job.

Extensive Network

Study principles of project management alongside peers with solid business experience, learn from faculty who have valuable business contacts, and benefit from an alum community with strong professional connections.

Project Management Labs

2 self-paced labs offer access to advanced tools and provide opportunities to hone project management skills and technological proficiency using case studies.

Valuable Resources

Make use of Boston University’s extensive resources, including the Center for Career Development, Educational Resource Center, Fitness & Recreation Center, IT Help Centers, Mugar Memorial Library, and many others.

Engaged, connected faculty

Over the course of your Project Management program, you’ll work with highly qualified faculty who draw from active research and substantial professional achievements in areas such as mega-projects, earned-value analysis, improvisation, risk management, project governance, cost estimation, enterprise architecture, IT projects, and agile project management.

The Boston University reputation

When you have a degree from Boston University, that means something. Named to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), BU is one of the top research universities in the United States and Canada. And as a graduate, you’ll be able to take that name with you. Always.

A city unlike any other

There’s a reason we’re called Boston University. Hip neighborhoods, soaring skyscrapers, championship sports teams, and rich history and culture. When you’re at BU, you’re at the heart of it all. And because we’re right in Boston, you’ll have a wealth of opportunities to consider for your field of study or area of special interest.

Career Outlook

BU MET – For those who want to lead

Earning a master’s degree and/or graduate certificate in Project Management has propelled our graduates to positions far and wide.

Recent graduates have established their careers at:

Google
Amazon
Microsoft
State Street
Fidelity
Putnam
UnitedHealth Group
Deloitte
Ernst & Young (EY)
Genzyme
Biogen
Pfizer
Takeda Pharmaceuticals

Potential careers:

Project Manager
Program Manager
Marketing Specialist
IT Manager
Business Continuity Planner
Emergency Management Director
Software Developer
Construction Manager
Management Analysts
Operations Research Analysts
Risk Management

Outlook:

Employment of project management specialists is projected to grow 7% from 2021 to 2031, with demand for project management specialists expected to be strong in computer systems design services.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

$94,500

Median annual wage for project management specialists, May 2021

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

More project management specialists will be needed to manage the growing volume and complexity of information technology (IT) projects required to support expanded telework.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

As a systems engineer working on the Autonomic Logistic Information System (ALIS) Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program, BU’s MSCIS program has equipped me with the right tools and resources to become an influential technical leader within my industry. The courses force students to think outside of the box and develop strong technical strategies when problem-solving.

O’Shea Bridges (MET’19)

Systems Engineer, Engineering Leadership Development Program, Lockheed Martin

I chose BU because it is one of the best-recognized universities in North America and I wanted to experience living in Boston. Moreover, I found that MET offered the best project management graduate program overall. After completing my professional studies in engineering, I wanted to gain experience in the management sector. With that in mind, MET’s MS in Project Management program became my top choice.

Johnny Luk (MET ’16)

Service Manager and Agile Coach, Accenture

What stands out about the Project Management program at Metropolitan College is the quality of the professors, educators, and administrative staff—as well as the leadership. This superior group of project management professionals brings their world to our world in class. Both students and faculty enriched the learning environment with cultural and professional exchanges related to our respective careers. The course of study was precisely what I needed to earn PMP® certification.

Jim Ryan (MET’10)

Check out our portfolio of Construction Management and IT Project Management graduate programs.

MS in Construction Management & Technology

The Construction Management & Technology master’s degree focuses on the technical management aspects of implementing construction projects—varying in size from medium to large-scale megaprojects within various contexts. By emphasizing sustainability and digitalization in construction while developing the appropriate leadership and communications capabilities, as well as expertise in safety standards using modern technological tools, the MS in Construction Management & Technology prepares you for the future of the industry.

BU Metropolitan College’s Construction Management & Technology curriculum aligns with the Project Management Institute Construction Professional (PMI-CP)™ certification, an industry standard that positions you for career advancement in project, program, and portfolio management within construction and infrastructure sectors.

When you complete the master’s degree in Construction Management & Technology, you’ll be able to:

Apply advanced project management principles and construction technologies to manage complex built environment projects.
Implement emerging technologies, including Construction 5.0, applied AI in construction, digital delivery processes, and lean principles while maintaining safety standards.
Utilize data analytics and AI for intelligent strategic decision-making, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
Manage contracts and project governance, integrating data-driven decision-making.
Apply interdisciplinary engineering principles to bridge theory and practice in construction project management, incorporating sustainability principles.

Construction Management & Technology Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Construction Management & Technology at Boston University’s Metropolitan College (MET) develops the specialized skills required to lead complex projects in the construction and infrastructure industries. This innovative certificate program bridges the gap between traditional project management and the emerging needs of the construction sector, integrating modern methodologies such as digital project delivery, construction automation, and sustainability practices.

The Construction Management & Technology graduate certificate curriculum aligns with the Project Management Institute Construction Professional (PMI-CP)™ certification, ensuring that you develop practical, industry-relevant expertise that supports professional growth and certification preparation. This certificate is ideal for professionals seeking career advancement, specialization, or a pathway to the full Master of Science in Construction Management & Technology program, providing a flexible and rigorous learning experience through on-campus and online options.

The Construction Management & Technology graduate certificate will equip you with:

The ability to apply advanced project management principles and modern construction technologies to effectively plan, execute, and manage complex projects within the built environment and infrastructure sectors.
Demonstrated proficiency in contract management, scope negotiation, and governance, integrating theoretical insights with practical applications to deliver value while adhering to ethical standards in project management.
The ability to lead interdisciplinary teams, bridging the gap between engineering principles, modern technologies, and project management practices, while incorporating sustainability principles in the planning and execution of construction projects.

MS in Computer Information Systems, IT Project & Product Management Concentration

The MS in Computer Information Systems (MSCIC) concentration in IT Project & Product Management concentration prepares you to lead and manage agile projects and obtain competency in roles such as scrum master or product owner.

Along with an understanding of virtual project management-enabling you to manage geographically distributed software development-you’ll also gain valuable, marketable skills that encompass governance of large projects and programs for both predictive and various agile life cycles.

Particularly valuable for those engaged in the administration of technical projects, the IT Project & Product Management concentration introduces general concepts embodied in the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), while immersing you in specialized techniques for software risk management, software cost estimation, and software quality management.

In addition to what you’ll learn from the MSCIS, the concentration in IT Project & Product Management will equip you with:

Advanced knowledge of the following project management process groups: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing; knowledge of agile software development practices, and planning and governance of large projects and programs.
Proficiency in all basic project management tools and software techniques, including software architecture, project communications, risk analysis, cost estimation and budgeting, and quality control; proficiency in planning and developing a comprehensive project plan and software development life cycle.
Competence sufficient to architect, design, and implement software systems.

IT Project Management Graduate Certificate

Master IT project management tools and techniques, and gain expertise in agile software development practices and software risk management, cost estimation, and quality management. The certificate is particularly valuable for program managers, project managers, systems analysts, designers, programmers, product owners, specialists.

The Graduate Certificate in IT Project Management will equip you with:

Advanced knowledge of the following project management process groups: Initiating, Planning, Executing,
Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing.
Knowledge of agile software development practices, and planning and governance of large projects.
Proficiency in all basic project management tools and software techniques, including software architecture, project communications, risk analysis, cost estimation and budgeting, and quality control.
Proficiency in planning and developing a comprehensive project plan and software development life cycle.
Competence sufficient to architect, design, and implement software systems.

Want more options? Certificate-to-Degree Pathway

We understand the need for affordable, flexible options. To help you meet your career goals at any stage of your career, each of our graduate certificates is designed to be stackable, leading to a Master of Science in Project Management. Here’s how it works:

You can earn the Master’s in Computer Information Systems with a concentration in IT Project Management by completing the Graduate Certificate in IT Project Management and the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, plus 2 additional courses: Introduction to Probability and Statistics and either Information Structures with Java or Information Structures with Python.
The Graduate Certificate in Project, Program & Portfolio Management shares specific courses with the MS in Project Management and its concentration in Program & Project Portfolio Management. Any classes you take when completing the Certificate will count towards your Master’s.

As always, BU MET is focused on practical, insightful, and adaptable knowledge, so the tools and skills you learn today can be applied on the job now—while remaining relevant, useful, and valuable to your career growth for years to come.

#10 Best Online Master’s in Computer Information Technology Programs

Boston University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).

Accredited member of AACSB International
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (through BU’s Questrom School of Business)

Manage Simple to Complex Projects with a Graduate Certificate or MS in Project Management

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BU’s Project Management programs are top level. Here are a few reasons why:

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BU MET – For those who want to lead

Recent graduates have established their careers at:

Potential careers:

Outlook:

Check out our portfolio of Construction Management and IT Project Management graduate programs.

MS in Construction Management & Technology

Construction Management & Technology Graduate Certificate

MS in Computer Information Systems, IT Project & Product Management Concentration

IT Project Management Graduate Certificate

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