Project Management
Metropolitan College
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Project Management
MET MG 415
An examination of project management concepts, including organizational forms, planning and control techniques, and the role of the project manager. Develops the skills vital to effective management of multidisciplinary tasks through lectures, case studies, and business simulations. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Teamwork/Collaboration. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260
Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)
A1 (IND) Mon./Wed. 6-9:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Last day to add Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, June 12, 2025 Course End Date Friday, June 27, 2025 Location: MET 101 ... Open SeatsKishore Pochampally -
Project Management
MET AD 642
Explores modern project management by providing an enterprise-level, experiential view of the discipline focused on connecting projects to the organization's mission, vision, and values. The theme of the course is applying key project management tools and techniques, through case-based group work, which helps students identify, analyze, and develop practical proposals to real-world issues. Groups select, plan, report, and then present on their project's scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and communications elements using tools such as the WBS, network diagram, PERT estimate, Gantt chart (including the use of MS Project), risk register, and heat map. Students also gain familiarity with important new concepts in project management: Agile frameworks, sustainability thinking, and Benefits Realization Management, all of which are important for their success not only in other graduate courses, but as they lead projects for their organizations so as to provide lasting, triple-bottom-line value. The course is aligned with the latest PMBOK Guide from the Project Management Institute. 4 cr. Tuition: $3900
Summer 1 (May 19-June 25)
A1 (IND) Mon./Wed. 6-9:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Monday, May 19, 2025 Last day to add Sunday, May 25, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Saturday, May 31, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Saturday, June 14, 2025 Course End Date Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Location: CAS 218 ... Open SeatsPeda MucicNote start dateSummer 2 (June 30-August 8)
B1 (IND) Tues./Thurs. 1-4:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Monday, June 30, 2025 Last day to add Monday, July 7, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Monday, July 7, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, July 24, 2025 Course End Date Friday, August 8, 2025 Location: COM 213 ... Open SeatsJ Keegan -
Project Communications Management
MET AD 643
Examines the increasing importance of leadership and communications in projects. Since project outcomes and the delivery of value are accomplished through teams of people, the course aims to improve the capability of a project manager to become a project leader and to excel at motivating and inspiring their teams. Students begin by gaining a better understanding of their own social, leadership, and communications styles. Self-awareness is key to the course. Topics include motivation, conflict management, negotiation skills, and the Agile principles of stewardship and servant leadership. Grounded in the use of tools, the course provides students with templates to enhance team collaboration and communication. The course also addresses more contemporary issues in PM, including resolving ambiguity and complexity, the use of improvised working styles, sustainable PM, and issues around power and politics within the project. 4 cr. Tuition: $3900
Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)
A1 (IND) Tues./Thurs. 1-4:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Last day to add Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, June 12, 2025 Course End Date Friday, June 27, 2025 Location: SHA 206 ... Open SeatsRichard Maltzman -
Project Risk and Cost Management
MET AD 644
Prerequisite: PM 100. In this course, you will be introduced to macro and micro approaches to project cost estimation. Case studies of both pre-project and in-process estimating examine some of the more common perils of human irrationality associated with project estimation to help develop more sensible, achievable project outcomes. You will learn how to manage both project cost and schedule objectives using the Earned Value and Earned Schedule Measurement Systems. You will also study risk management through an examination of both individual and overall project risk and apply your learnings using advanced risk management software in an actual case study. Project quality management, procurement/contract management, and project ethics and professional conduct will be explored using case study scenarios. 4 cr. Tuition: $3900
Summer 1 (May 19-June 25)
A1 (IND) Mon./Wed. 6-9:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Monday, May 19, 2025 Last day to add Sunday, May 25, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Saturday, May 31, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Saturday, June 14, 2025 Course End Date Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Location: CAS B06A ... Open SeatsPamela CampbellNote start date -
Portfolio and Program Management
MET AD 646
Prerequisite: PM 100 and PM200. The course focuses on the relationship among portfolios, programs, and projects, and the important strategic objectives of each endeavor. The course is designed to assist students in developing a program management framework, policy, and organizational structure. Students will develop skills and techniques for chartering constituent projects, directing and managing program execution, and managing the program team and stakeholders. The global legal, economic, cultural, and political environments in which projects operate will be contrasted, and mechanisms for resolving conflicts will be addressed. 4 cr. Tuition: $3900
Summer 2 (June 30-August 8)
B1 (IND) Tues./Thurs. 6-9:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Monday, June 30, 2025 Last day to add Monday, July 7, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Monday, July 7, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, July 24, 2025 Course End Date Friday, August 8, 2025 Location: MCS B33 ... Open SeatsScott Lynde -
Principles and Best Practices in Project, Program, and Portfolio Management
MET AD 807
This course is one of the last courses that a student in the master's degree project management program is required to take. Students are expected to carry out independent research on a relevant topic in the area of project management under the supervision of the instructor. This course focuses on emerging trends and reviews unique methodologies and approaches to project management. Students are exposed to research methods and practice that contributes to original research in the emerging project management areas. Approval of the instructor is required. 4 cr. Tuition: $3900
Twelve-week course (May 20-August 8)
C1 (IND) Wed. 6-9:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Last day to add Monday, June 2, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Monday, June 2, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Monday, July 7, 2025 Course End Date Friday, August 8, 2025 Location: CAS 204B ... Open SeatsJason Wong12-week course -
Agile Software Development
MET CS 634
A comprehensive overview of the principles, processes, and practices of Agile software development. Students learn techniques for initiating, planning, and executing software development projects using Agile methodologies. Students obtain practical knowledge of Agile development frameworks and distinguish between Agile and traditional project management methodologies. Students learn how to apply Agile tools and techniques in the software development lifecycle from project ideation to deployment, including establishing an Agile team environment, roles and responsibilities, communication and reporting methods, and embracing change. Also leverages the guidelines outlined by the Project Management Institute for Agile project development as a framework. 4 cr. Tuition: $3900
Twelve-week course (May 20-August 8)
C1 (IND) Thurs. 6-9:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Last day to add Monday, June 2, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Monday, June 2, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Monday, July 7, 2025 Course End Date Friday, August 8, 2025 Location: CAS 218 ... Open SeatsRaj Heda12-week course