Master of Project Management
Preparation for Project Management Certificate
Anderson's Master of Project Management (MSPM) is a 30-hour program that you can complete online or on campus. The Master of Science program is designed for students interested in advanced-career technical or managerial roles in project controls, project management and program management in the private or public sector.
During the program, you have the opportunity to apply for internships in our business community, earning vital career experience for organizations such as Los Alamos National Laboratory or Sandia National Laboratories.
Courses count as formal education credit required to take the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification offered through the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Master of Project Management Snapshot
- Full-time, on-campus program can be completed in 11 months
- Online program can be completed in as little as 11 months but offers flexibility in program completion
- Career support from top New Mexico employers
- Primavera P6 is one of the most powerful and easily learned software applications to plan and manage projects of all sizes and scopes. You’ll have free access to the system for the duration of the program.
- 2.2 million new project-oriented jobs projected by 2027
Online MSPM Curriculum
The Master of Project Management requires a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework.
- Course-based projects included in multiple courses
- Fully online, self-paced course delivery with flexible time to completion: Program can be completed in 11 months or adapted to busy working professionals
- Courses offered in eight-week format: two sessions each semester, one session each summer
- Five admission cycles per year: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis
Core MSPM Coursework (24 credits)
- Fundamentals of Project Management
- Innovative Product Development
- Technology Program Management
- Project in Technology Commercialization
- Financial Decision Making
- Advanced Project Management Techniques
- Analysis Tools for Managers
- Managing People in Organizations
Elective Credit Hours (6 credits)
Select two from the following:
- Financial Accounting and Analysis
- Management of Technology
- Operations Design and Decision Making
On-Campus MSPM Curriculum
The Master of Project Management requires a minimum of 30 credit hours of in-person coursework offered during the day. You can attend full time, taking a course load of 12 credit hours per semester and 6 credit hours during the summer to earn the degree in exactly 11 months. Part-time attendance is also supported.
- Semester internship required in spring term: placement supported by program
- Dedicated professional support for students
- Fundamentals of Project Management
- Managing People in Organizations
- Data Driven Decision Making
- Project in Technology Commercialization
- Financial Accounting and Analysis
- Innovative Product Development
- Financial Decision Making
- Internship
- Technology Program Management
- Creative Leadership and Innovating Organizations
Project Management Quick Facts
2.2 Million New Project-Oriented Jobs by 2027
(PMI Job Growth and Talent Gap Survey)
Top Employers
- Sandia National Labs
- Los Alamos National Lab
| Top Occupations | Average Salary |
|---|
| Finance and Insurance | $101,880 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | $99,520 |
| Manufacturing | $96,940 |
| Administrative and Support Services | $90,950 |
| Building Construction | $81,680 |
(US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Handbook)
Project Management Professional Certification FAQs
What does the PMP certification require?
- Four-year degree
- 36 months of experience leading projects within the past eight years
- 35 hours of project management education/training or Certified Associate in Project Management certification. The MSPM program provides this training.
- Pass a 180-question exam
or
- High school diploma or associate degree
- 60 months of experience leading projects within the past eight years
- 35 hours of project management education/training or Certified Associate in Project Management certification. The MSPM program provides this training.
- Pass a 180-question exam
Do MSPM students graduate with the PMP certification?
No, MSPM students do not graduate with the PMP certification automatically. You will graduate with a Master of Science in Project Management, which includes the 35 hours of project management education/training required to become a PMP. This also gives you the best chance of passing your examination.
Where can I find more information about the PMP certification?
Learn more about the PMP Certification on the Project Management Institute website.
You may also contact the local Rio Grande Project Management Institute Chapter at P.O. Box 3273, Albuquerque, NM 87190.
4+1 Program
The 4+1 Program enables UNM undergraduate students to begin MSPM studies early, guaranteeing admission upon completion of the undergraduate degree and reducing the graduate degree’s cost. Before applying, undergraduate students are advised to complete Business Calculus and undergraduate Statistics.
Suggested Timeline
- For the first three years of university studies, you will pursue a normal program of undergraduate work. Every UNM degree qualifies for admission to the 4+1 Program.
- During the second semester of the third year of academic work, you will apply for admission to the MSPM program in the Anderson School.
- In the fourth year of academic work, you will begin the first year of the MSPM program, completing 9 credits, and also completing the remaining requirements for your bachelor’s degree.
- In the fifth year of study, you will complete the remaining 21 credit hours in the MSPM program.
Admission Requirements
The Anderson School of Management uses a holistic admissions process. We consider many factors, including GPA, work experience, program alignment, prerequisite coursework, and test scores to make an admission decision. All applicants are required to demonstrate proof of an earned bachelor's degree prior to applying.
Download the application checklist (PDF)
Find out more and apply now!
Questions?
Contact andersongrad@unm.edu.
