Master of Business Administration with a Project Management Specialization Online
Learn the information and skills necessary to make successful managerial decisions and influence organizational change. Grow your ability to translate project management strategy into real-world performance improvements that drive efficiency and profitability in your organization.
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Program Overview
What will you learn in SIUE's MBA in Project Management?
$20,043
Total Tuition
as few as 12 months
Program Duration
36
Credit Hours
In the online Project Management MBA at SIUE you will strengthen your PM ability to translate program strategy into real-world application while gaining vital skills.
Applying the PMBOK framework and protocols, this in-demand MBA specialization equips you with an understanding of the fundamentals and best practices of project management so you can go beyond data to integrate theoretical concepts with applied models and skills. In this accelerated, online business master’s program, you will study essential topics such as project risk, procurement, quality management and change management. Taught by faculty with active industry experience, this specialization is a natural fit for students interested in taking the Project Management Professional certification exam.
This dynamic project management online program is designed to develop your diagnostic, conceptual, analytic and interpersonal competencies that can be tailored to real business needs. Learn how politics and corporate culture factor into leadership styles, as well as how to ethically manage resources in a global environment. Choose from electives in organizational change and innovation, quality and performance management, or portfolio management.
You can complete your degree in as few as 12 months, with no foundation courses required, regardless of your undergraduate background. MBA core course work strengthens your business foundational skills with advanced applications in decision-making, accounting, information systems and technology, managerial economics, corporate finance, quantitative analysis, marketing, and more. Plus, the curriculum includes a capstone course focusing on strategic management.
In continuously developing and refining the MBA curriculum, we work closely with some of the region’s top business professionals to bring theoretical knowledge and real-world experience into the classroom. Many of those same leaders serve on our advisory board, as do alumni who ensure the course work is relevant, up-to-date and serves the demands of working professionals.
In this project management online MBA program, you will learn to:
- Project management fundamentals including project initiation, planning, executing, controlling and closing
- Procurement management including supplier evaluation and contract administration
- Analysis, interpretation and use of information for formulating, communicating and implementing managerial decisions in business organizations
- Risk identification and management processes
- A framework of standard processes based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge
- Managerial and leadership skills in a project management environment, as it relates to interpersonal relationships, organizational influence and ethical decision-making
- Project management fundamentals including project initiation, planning, executing, controlling and closing
- Procurement management including supplier evaluation and contract administration
- Analysis, interpretation and use of information for formulating, communicating and implementing managerial decisions in business organizations
- Risk identification and management processes
- A framework of standard processes based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge
- Managerial and leadership skills in a project management environment, as it relates to interpersonal relationships, organizational influence and ethical decision-making
What career opportunities are available with an MBA in Project Management?
- Project Manager
- Project Portfolio Manager
- Project Management Consultant
- Director of Project Management
- Program Manager
- Project Manager
- Project Portfolio Manager
- Project Management Consultant
- Director of Project Management
- Program Manager
The School of Business at SIUE is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) and is one of only 2% of business colleges and universities worldwide to hold dual accreditation for business and accounting. The School has been accredited since 1975. The next AACSB re-accreditation visit is scheduled for 2027.
Tuition
How much does SIUE's MBA in Project Management cost?
Tuition for the online MBA in Project Management program is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
$556.75
Per Credit Hour
$1,670.25
Per 3 Credit-Hour Course
$20,043*
Total Tuition
If you are applying for financial aid, please use Federal School Code 001759. For more information, please contact our financial aid office by calling 618-650-3880 or emailing [email protected].
*Tuition includes all fees and is subject to change without
notice. The University reserves the right to increase tuition and fees at any
time.
Calendar
Important dates and deadlines you need to know
The MBA with a Project Management Specialization program is delivered in an online format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring six start dates each year. Choose the start date that best fits your goals.
Upcoming Start Dates
8/12/26
Next Application Deadline
8/29/26
Start Classes
| Term | Start Date | Application Deadline | Document & Financial Aid Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer II | 6/27/26 | 6/10/26 | 6/17/26 | 6/23/26 | 6/25/26 | 8/8/26 |
| Fall I | 8/29/26 | 8/12/26 | 8/19/26 | 8/25/26 | 8/27/26 | 10/16/26 |
| Fall II | 10/24/26 | 10/7/26 | 10/14/26 | 10/20/26 | 10/22/26 | 12/18/26 |
| Spring I | 1/16/27 | 12/30/26 | 1/6/27 | 1/12/27 | 1/14/27 | 3/5/27 |
| Spring II | 3/20/27 | 3/3/27 | 3/10/27 | 3/16/27 | 3/18/27 | 5/7/27 |
| Summer I | 5/10/27 | 4/21/27 | 4/28/27 | 5/4/27 | 5/6/27 | 6/21/27 |
| Summer II | 6/26/27 | 6/9/27 | 6/16/27 | 6/22/27 | 6/24/27 | 8/7/27 |
Admissions
What are the admission requirements for SIUE's MBA in Project Management?
Admission to the project management online MBA program is based on a variety of factors including undergraduate grade point average (GPA), professional resume and previous work in other graduate programs.
Register quickly and easily – here’s what you need to know
To Apply:
- Submit the Graduate School application and $40 fee
- Submit all postsecondary academic transcripts
- Submit a current resume
Program application materials may be uploaded during the application process, but official transcripts must be sent directly from the school attended, and test scores must be verifiable with the appropriate testing service. Please contact the Graduate Admissions office with questions regarding the application submission process at [email protected].
Review the SIUE Admissions Policy for more information.
Admission Criteria:
- Successful completion of a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment
- Applicants should have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.50 (on a 4-point scale) in undergraduate coursework and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4-point scale) in any graduate coursework
- Applicants with a 2.75 undergraduate cumulative GPA (on a 4-point scale) or higher will be considered more competitive for program admission. Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate GPA below 2.75 (on a 4-point scale) but at or above a 2.50 (on a 4-point scale) will be considered through a holistic review. The program may consider grade trends, recency of coursework, prior graduate work, professional experience, quantitative preparation, certifications, and other evidence of readiness for graduate study.
- International Applicants: Proof of English Proficiency, minimum requirements are TOEFL (79), IELTS (6.5) or equivalent
All required documents (e.g., official transcripts) should be sent to the following address:
SIUE Office of Graduate and International AdmissionsCampus Box 1047
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1047
Electronic official transcripts should be submitted to [email protected].
Students who are admitted to and pursuing a PharmD at SIUE and who wish to apply to the MBA program at SIUE may submit an application to the Graduate School for review once they have earned the equivalent of 106 semester hours. A currently enrolled SIUE PharmD student, upon approval of the MBA program director, will be allowed to enroll in a maximum total of six credits of graduate-level business coursework until the student has earned the equivalent of 124 semester hours, at which time the student would be allowed to enroll in further courses toward the MBA.
Students who were not admitted may appeal. These appeals are handled by the MBA program director. Students seeking an exception are required to provide the program director with evidence supporting the reason such an exception should be granted. The program director's decision regarding the appeal is final.
Courses
What courses are included in SIUE's MBA in Project Management?
The MBA with a Project Management Specialization online curriculum is comprised of 36 credit hours, including 24 credit hours of MBA core courses and 12 credit hours of electives.
