Master’s or Certificate in PROJECT MANAGEMENT —Online
LEAD THE FUTURE
of Project Management
Organizations in nearly every industry need project managers who can help them adapt, grow, and excel in a fast-evolving global economy. Meet the critical demand with a 100% online master’s degree or graduate certificate from Wake Forest. Develop a powerful blend of holistic leadership and technical expertise, mastering the latest AI and data analytics tools to become an impactful change- maker in today’s highest growth fields.
Online Graduate Programs • Master of Project Management (MPM) • Certificate in Project Management
WHY CHOOSE
Wake Forest University?
Career Advancement Accelerate your career with market- focused programs taught by PMP ® certified instructors and industry experts. You will gain the tools and techniques needed to drive your career forward while preparing for prestigious credentials, such as the Project Management Professional (PMP ® ) designation and Professional ScrumMaster certification through elective courses. Flexibility and Mobility Achieve your educational and career goals online, at your own pace. Enjoy flexible courses you can complete on your own time and schedule.
Support and Connections Work 1-on-1 with a Student Success Manager who is exclusively focused on your academic and career achievement. Attend optional, live video discussions to engage, network, and collaborate with fellow project management professionals and faculty. AI Pathway Drive the responsible deployment of AI by leading cross-functional teams, building strategic business cases, and enhancing project efficiency. You will master the ability to manage data governance and mitigate risks, ensuring AI investments are both impactful and ethically sound.
Attend One of the Nation’s LEADING UNIVERSITIES
Top-ranked in the U.S. Earn your master’s degree at a school that’s been recognized for 25+ years.
185+ Year History Enjoy the highest academic quality that blends deep experience with cutting-edge curriculum.
80K+ Alumni
Join our esteemed worldwide network and tap into exciting new opportunities.
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INDUSTRY OUTLOOK
for Project Management
#4 Most in-demand career in the country
30M Global talent gap for project professionals by 2035
78K+ Job openings for project management specialists projected each year, from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average
— “The pandemic has fueled the demand for key project management skills such as distributed leadership adaptability… Project management is a composite of many skills that are more diversified than a single profession. It takes the acquisition of many competencies to become a successful project manager.” Wayne R. Brantley, M.S. Ed, PMP Professor at Wake Forest School of Professional Studies President of 360 Degree Training Solutions
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Program
OVERVIEW
The MPM builds your expertise through a curriculum that blends leadership development and state-of-the-art technical knowledge with a strong practical focus. You can choose AI Pathway electives to specialize in the integration and management of artificial intelligence. Develop management skills with ScrumMaster leadership preparation—or explore successful Lean Six Sigma project implementations across various industries. Course Highlights
• Mastering the Project Life Cycle • Portfolio and Project Management • Negotiation and Conflict Management • Leadership and Change Management • AI and Data Analytics for Project Management
Length: 2 years (go faster or slower if you need to) Tuition: $40,110
Graduate
CERTIFICATE
Project Management This program teaches you the main concepts of project management and the important role project managers have in organizations. You’ll understand the project management life cycle and best practices, develop leadership skills, and learn how to support teams in the process of organizational change. You’ll also be introduced to Agile fundamentals and methodologies, such as Scrum, to help you manage dynamic projects.
Course Curriculum
• Project Management Essentials • Mastering the Project Life Cycle • Agile Fundamentals • Leadership and Change Management
Length: 6 months Tuition: $16,044
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“Our research indicates that the future of professional education can benefit from a combination of traditional and novel, flexible offerings that advance relevant knowledge and prepare professionals to lead impactful change in their professions and industry.”
— Charles Iacovou, Ph.D. Vice Provost of Wake Forest Charlotte Programs Dean of the School of Professional Studies About the School of Professional Studies
Wake Forest created the School of Professional Studies to help working adults build the skills and credentials needed to thrive in a fast-transforming global marketplace. You’ll gain a rare and valuable blend of leadership, technical, and practical industry expertise that empowers you to advance your career, your organization—and your world.
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Sources: Job Growth: https://www.bls.gov/emp/tables/occupations-most-job-growth.htm
Prepare for Credentials: Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. Wake Forest cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Wake Forest program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams. Best National University: https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/national-universities (Tie) 25+ Years: https://news.wfu.edu/2020/09/14/wake-forest-ranked-among-top-national-universities-by-u-s-news-2/ Project Management Specialists Job Openings: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/project-management-specialists.htm
Global talent gap: https://www.pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/global-project-management-talent-gap #4 In-Demand: https://www.linkedin.com/business/talent/blog/talent-strategy/most-in-demand-jobs
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