Jan 24, 2026  
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

Project Management, M.S.


Dan Morrell, Program Director
(615) 494-7758
Dan.Morrell@mtsu.edu

The Department of Management offers the Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, the Master of Science in Project Management, and the Master of Science in Management with a concentration in Organizational Leadership.

The Master of Science in Project Management program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to excel in today’s dynamic project-oriented organizations. The program targets seasoned and new professionals engaged in managing the project life cycle in organizations and industries who face the challenges of introducing new products and services in rapidly changing environments. Through a blend of theoretical study and practical application, students delve into the intricacies of project management, mastering essential techniques to effectively lead projects from initiation to completion. With a focus on real-world challenges and industry best practices, graduates emerge prepared to tackle complex projects across various sectors.

In addition, the program will provide opportunities to prepare for certification offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI), the premier certifying organization for the project management discipline.

Admission Requirements


To be admitted to the Master of Science in Project Management program, applicants should have

  1. an earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a GPA of 2.75 or higher; and
  2. a minimum Index Score of 1000 calculated using (GPA x 200) + GMAT (or GRE equivalent).

The GMAT/GRE requirement may be waived for applicants that meet any of the following conditions:

  • an earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with GPA 3.0 or higher
  • an earned bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.75 or higher and five (5) or more years of professional/managerial or military experience
  • an earned graduate or professional degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Application Procedures


All application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.

Applicant must

  1. submit an application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php). Once this initial application has been accepted, the applicant will receive directions on how to enter the graduate portal to be able to submit other materials.
  2. submit official scores on the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or meet one of the exam waiver requirements;
  3. submit official transcripts of all previous college work;
  4. submit a current resume’ or curriculum vita.

Degree Requirements


The Master of Science in Project Management requires completion of 30 credit hours.

Candidate must complete 30 semester hours as listed below. No more than 30 percent of the total degree hours dual-listed as 5000-level undergraduate/graduate hours can be counted toward the degree.

Curriculum: Project Management


The following illustrates the coursework requirements.