Missouri State University now offers a two-stage process for students from India to complete the Master of Science in Project Management. The 30 credit-hour M.S. in Project Management is an interdisciplinary and applied program that provides STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education to project management professionals from all disciplines. The M.S. Project Management is an excellent complement to undergraduate degrees in engineering, information technology, and business. Built upon the widely recognized Project Management Institute’s (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), the program uses a combination of on-campus and distance learning resources to provide individuals with the knowledge and expertise to meet the intense global competition demands.The M.S. Project Management program is accredited by the Project Management Institute's Global Accreditation Center.
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Complete the Missouri State University Graduate Certificate in Project Management Online
TCM 701 - Foundations of Project Management (3 Credit Hours)
A comprehensive overview of project management, with introductions to basic techniques, functions, and tools explained and demonstrated.
TCM 710 - Project Leadership & Communications Management (3 Credit Hours)
An introduction to the "people skills" necessary to manage projects successfully, including theories and real-life scenarios to practice skills.
TCM 645 - Program and Portfolio Management (3 Credit Hours)
Provides an overview of program and portfolio management with a primary focus on overall success of the organization.
TCM 651 - Project Schedule and Cost Management (3 Credit Hours)
The use of schedule and cost management tools and techniques to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Curriculum for In-person M.S. Technology program (In-person Courses and Sequence):
TCM 703 - Project Risk & Quality Management (3 Credit Hours)
In-depth analysis of types of risks at each stage of project development, with strategies to recognize, assess, and respond to project risks.
TCM 740 - Agile Management of Innovation and Technology Seminar (3 Credit Hours)
Strategic management of technology and innovation in organi zations, building upon broad models of technological evolution and organizational change.
TCM 750 - Advanced Project Management (3 Credit Hours)
This capstone course builds upon the foundation of previous courses with advanced theory, research, and practice.
Three approved elective courses (9 Credit Hours)
Three courses approved by the student's advisor, totaling 9 additional hours of credit.
Please reach out for more information about the application process and program requirements.
If you are currently working in India and would like to continue gaining more valuable experience, but would also like to pursue an MS degree from the United States, this option is for you. Complete your first year in India while you work and travel to the US in your second year to complete your MS degree.
The program is open to all students who are beginning their final year of their three or four year degree. B.Sc/BBA/B.Comm students who will begin their final year in August 2021 are eligible to apply. Similarly, B.Tech. students who will begin their final year in August 2021 can also apply. Students who complete the first year will be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Project Management from Missouri State University.
The MS Project Management degree is a STEM designated program. After completing your second year in the US and earning your MS degree, you can apply for your OPT for a total duration of three years. This gives students the option to develop valuable experience of working in the United States.
The average cost of earning an MS degree in the United States (not including cost of living) is around Rs.25-30 lakhs. The Cohort Program is designed to make the MS program affordable and available to more students. The cost of earning an MS degree through the Cohort Program is approximately Rs.9 lakhs.
Students who complete the one-year degree program in the U.S. will qualify for Optional Practical Training (OPT), with the opportunity for a two-year STEM extension to provide work eligibility in the U.S. for a total of three years.
The MS-Project Management degree complements a variety of undergraduate degrees, allowing you to build on the courses and experience you’ve already gained in engineering, computer science or business. Recent graduates of the program are working locally and nationally in positions such as these:
Participating students at partner institutions pay discounted tuition rates as part of the cohort program. This tuition discount is available through MSU partnership with Indo Global Studies (IGS). IGS is Missouri State's administrative partner in India for the graduate certificate and master’s degree in Project Management.
| EXPENSE | COHORT |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $5,700.00 |
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| EXPENSE | OUT-OF-STATE | COHORT |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $15,863.00 | $11,386.00 |
| Insurance | $1,698.00 | $1,698.00 |
| Total Cost | $17,561.00 | $13,054.00 |
*Estimates are for one academic year and are for a graduate international student without dependents based on taking 6 seated credit hours and 3 online credit hours a semester. *The estimated costs above are subject to change without prior notice.
