Project Leadership and Management

Master of Science

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Refine Your Project Leadership and Management Skills

No matter what the situation calls for, organizations need natural-born leaders, organizers and problem solvers. Using creativity and whatever resources are available, leaders find solutions to difficult problems, while inspiring others around them to follow a shared vision and achieve common goals. If this sounds like you, the Regis M.S. in Project Leadership and Management can help you refine your organizational acumen and advance your career, no matter what field you're in.

A graduate degree in project leadership and management will sharpen your existing skills and help you apply them in the business world. Whether mapping out strategies, building timelines, identifying methodologies or keeping to tight deadlines, you’ll gain a set of practical skills that are invaluable to employers across diverse sectors. In the coming years, there will be no shortage of project management jobs — in fact, the Project Management Institute (PMI) estimates employers will need 87.7 million individuals working in project management-oriented roles by 2027.

As you build your project management expertise, you’ll stand out in your own organization and gain the attention of employers who seek to optimize their processes and streamline production. Courses are held primarily online in flexible 8-week terms, designed for the busy adult learner. On-campus courses are available only for students in a cohort of 10 students or more.

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Program Snapshot

Program Format
Online
On-campus courses available with cohort of 10+ students
8-week terms

Time Commitment
12 - 24 months

Key Dates
Starts are offered in January, March, May, July, August and October

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Join Regis Alumni Working As:

Project Manager

Manage team workloads, assignments, project plans budgets and timelines in order to effectively execute strategic business projects.

Team Leader

Supervise teams of all sizes across business units to encourage productivity and performance and serve as a point person to the department as a whole.

Process Managers

Process Managers report to department managers about their analysis and provide advice about how performance and business processes could be improved.

"I believe that my master’s degree from Regis landed me the job!"

Maribeth Castillo, '16

M.S. Organizational Leadership
M.S. Project Leadership and Management

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Maribeth Castillo, ‘16
M.S. Organizational Leadership
M.S. Project Leadership and Management

Maribeth Castillo began her journey with Regis University in 2013 and holds dual master’s degrees from Regis in Organizational Leadership and Project Leadership and Management. She now works as a program manager at Johnson Controls, a multinational company that produces fire, HVAC and security equipment for buildings.

Could you tell us a little about your professional journey so far?
Maribeth: When I started the MSOL program in 2013, I was a customer service rep at Verizon, where I sold and fixed phones. I had zero project management experience. But I did not give up, I enrolled in the Regis program and I became a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) Mile-Hi chapter, where I volunteered for events and was a mentor and mentee.

The folks I connected with at PMI recommended me for a role as a project coordinator working on internal team projects. The interview went well, and I was given an offer. I believe that my master’s degree from Regis landed me the job!

One year later I was promoted to project manager, then junior program manager six months later and then full program manager six months after that — three promotions in three years.

How did your experiences at Regis prepare you for your current role?
Maribeth: The MSOL program opened doors for me in human resources, people management and being a leader in any field. The project management program was more granular and taught me how to lead and manage projects. Through both programs, I feel I was aided and equipped to take on leadership roles.

Do you have any advice for aspiring organizational leadership or project management professionals?
Maribeth: Advancing your education is what will make you different and stand out — that’s what employers are looking for and it provides an edge. It shows that you’re determined and ambitious and willing to put in the effort to complete a degree program.

By the Numbers

130

Globally accredited programs by PMI (including Regis)*

22 million

New project management roles globally by 2027**

$77073

Average project manager salary in the U.S.***

*Project Management Institute (PMI), pmi.org/global-accreditation-center
**Project Management Institute (PMI), pmi.org/learning/careers/job-growth
***Indeed, indeed.com/career/project-manager/salaries

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Recognized for Excellence

The MS-PLM degree is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC). Our program is focused on, and aligned with, the Project Management Institute’s Talent Triangle of Technical Skills, Strategic Management and Leadership. GAC is the world's leading specialized accrediting body for project management and related degree programs. GAC is committed to fostering excellence and continuous improvement in academic degree programs related to the field of project management.

Program Details

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PM 6510: Delivering Organization Excellence

Lead change using the Baldrige Award criteria to explore process improvement opportunities.

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PM 6570: Leading Projects in Contemporary Organizations

Explore project management from a strategic perspective, focusing on development of leadership skills and managing teams.

PM 6580: Management of Project Performance

Examine project risks, costs and schedule management to ensure projects are completed on budget and on schedule.

To apply to the M.S. in Project Leadership and Management program, you will need:

Completed online application
Official degree-bearing transcript(s) from a regionally accredited college or university
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Tuition for the 2022-2023 academic year: $948 per credit hour
For information on program-specific fees visit regis.edu/cost. Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Total program credits: 30

Earning your Master in Science in Project Leadership and Management from Regis sets you apart and expands your professional network — think of it as an investment in your future. Between scholarship opportunities and financial aid packages, advancing your education is within reach. Explore our Investing in Your Future graduate financing guide or sign up for one of our upcoming graduate financial aid information sessions.

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The Master of Science in Project Leadership and Management is offered by the Graduate Business Department in the Anderson College of Business and Computing.