Master of Science in Project Management

Northwestern’s Master of Science in Project Management (MPM) program is designed to prepare qualified professionals for project management roles in the diverse cross section of organizations that facilitate the design, construction, and operations of projects in the public and private market sectors of the built environment.

This full- or part-time program combines education in essential concepts of development, design, and construction practices with functional concepts of management and behavioral science to produce a well-rounded and capable leader. It is designed for early to mid-level professionals and is largely taught by practicing professionals who bring a wealth of outside experience, case studies, and present-day challenges from this constantly evolving field straight to the classroom.

Professionals with eight to ten years of work experience who are looking to advance into organizational leadership roles within the architecture, engineering, and construction industry may be interested in our affiliated program: Master of Science in Executive Management for Design and Construction.

Why Northwestern?
Unique Program Features

• Whereas many MS programs focus on the technical aspects of civil and architectural engineering design and construction, the MPM program encourages students to build on their technical backgrounds by emphasizing the practical business and management perspectives needed to effectively synthesize these operations. Graduates of the MPM program are well equipped to take a more high-level view of a project and plan, coordinate, control, and evaluate the activities of diverse specialists within a project framework.

Innovative Curriculum

• Meld technical coursework in civil engineering design with skills in business management and behavioral sciences.
• Choose elective courses from McCormick, Kellogg, and School of Communication that support your future career goals.

Specializations
Our five specialization options allow you to customize the program to your individual needs:

• A/E/C Business Management
• Construction Management
• Real Estate Development
• Sustainability
• Transportation Management

Flexibility and Support

• Full- and part-time options allow you to choose the format that best matches your lifestyle. 
• A dedicated program staff handles administrative tasks throughout your tenure, ensuring your time can be focused on learning.

Industry Leader Perspective

• Learn from and network with seasoned industry leaders who use their past and current industry experience to teach problem-solving and strategic thinking skills relevant to today’s challenges.