BRANDEIS UNIVERSITYRABB SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES

DIVISION OF GRADUATE PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Management of Projects and Programs

TOM CARTER

ACADEMIC PROGRAM CHAIR

MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS

Introductions

Project and Program Management

Projects and programs are the mechanisms for implementing business strategy.

An organization that wishes to be successful must be competent at managing projects and programs.

Skilled project and program managers are competitive advantages and strong corporate assets.

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Master of Science in the Management of Projects and Programs (MSMPP)

Study of management, leadership, and technology

Equip students with the abilities to analyze, organize, and manage projects to successful completion, on budget and on time

Brings together Hard skills of planning, estimating and budgeting Soft skills of negotiation, conflict management,

influencing and effective communication

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MSMPP Overview

Ten courses, available on campus and onlineProfessionally oriented degree Broad range of project and program

management competencies

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MSMPP Advantages: Skills

Graduates from the Master of Science Degree in the Management of Projects and Programs Program will be able to: Exercise management and leadership skills in the

conduct of programs and projects that may be international in nature and effectively manage the challenges posed by acquisitions, mergers and downsizing.

Initiate, plan, execute, control, and close out projects in a way that assures the delivery of the negotiated scope and quality level while meeting time and budget constraints.

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MSMPP Advantages: Skills, continued

Graduates from the Master of Science Degree in the Management of Projects and Programs Program will be able to: Understand projects and programs in their larger

corporate context. Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in

writing the project/program status, issues and risks to senior management.

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MSMPP Advantages: Curriculum

Curriculum is consistent with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Published by the Project Management Institute (PMI)

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Curriculum incorporates industry best practices

MSMPP Advantages: Competitive Edge

Master of Science Degree in the Management of Projects and Programs provides a competitive advantage If students are already working in project

management, the program provides knowledge and skills that position them for assignments of increasing complexity and responsibility

If students are project team members, the program provides a significant advantage to their efforts to advance into the field of project management

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MSMPP Advantages: Quality

Courses Developed by expert professionals in the field Current and relevant Monitored by an oversight body of industry professionals Evolves with the industry as new challenges emerge Adhere to comprehensive standards for campus and

distance learning courses

Instructors Expert professionals in the field Trained in distance learning and classroom instructional

methods

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MSMPP Advantages: Flexibility

Part-time, open course enrollment Two available delivery mediums

1. Distance learning courses Participate from anywhere around the world Asynchronous; no required meeting days/times

2. On-campus courses

Pace Master’s Degree in 1.5 years (2 courses per trimester) Graduate Certificate in 1 year (1-2 courses per

trimester)

Flexible curricula

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MSMPP Required Courses

Six Required Courses Foundations of Project Management Business Perspectives for Project Managers Advanced Scheduling and Control Risk Management Choice:

Leadership, Team-building, and Decision-Making or Professional Communication

Project Management Capstone

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MSMPP Electives (Select Four)

Choice: Leadership, Team-building, and

Decision-Making or Professional Communication

Negotiating and Conflict Resolution

Managing Projects Across Cultures and Geographies

Challenges in Project Management

Program Management: Theory and Practice

Procurement and Contract Management

Foundations of Virtual Team Management

Managing New Product Development Projects

Management and Leadership of Virtual and Global Teams

Choice: Perspectives on Information

Technology Strategic Information

Technology: Operational Strategy

Strategic Information Technology: Organizational Strategy

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MSMPP Careers

Project Management Professionals Project manager Project leader Team leader Program manager Process manager Portfolio manager

To name a few…

Industries and application areas Software Hardware Construction Pharmaceuticals Health Care Aerospace/Defense Finance Non-Profit

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More Information

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Thank you for your attention!

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