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Master’s in Project Management
Become a master of leading-edge project management across industries
Acquire in-demand knowledge and skills
Gain the powerful project management skills that will make you an asset to any organization. Our focus on technical knowledge and leadership skills aligns with PMI best practices and provides multiple project management methodologies, including Agile, Lean, Predictive, and Hybrid models. Enter the job market with a skill set valued by companies in virtually every industry.
Learn from experts
Your professional success is a priority, and our faculty practitioners are accomplished instructors and experienced project managers. They share firsthand industry knowledge to close the gap between your academic learning and practical skill-building while providing internship guidance and networking opportunities.
Join your cohort and connect
As an MSPM candidate, you are part of a cohort of like-minded peers who provide ongoing support as you progress to your degree. Enjoy small classes, engage in exciting project collaborations, and build a network of faculty mentors and fellow students that will serve you long after graduation.
STEM-Designated Program
International students who graduate with a STEM degree may be eligible to work in the U.S. for up to 36 months on Optional Practical Training (OPT).
In their own words
Alumni Testimonials
Shrishti Rana ’24
“This is highly accessible to individuals without a prior technical background. This curriculum is comprehensive, guiding me from foundational concepts to advanced practices. The skills I acquired are directly applicable to my work responsibilities.”
Muzaffar Kosimov ’23
“Clark helped me realize my full potential and gain practical experience in my field. The MSPM program helped broaden my outlook by connecting me to different types of people with different backgrounds. I’m very grateful for my experience at Clark.”
Chandrakant Kamble ‘23
“My degree has been a game-changer for my current role. The strategic thinking and leadership skills I developed have been crucial in helping me navigate the complexities of my projects and deliver successful outcomes.”
Manish Kumar ’23
“As my first job in the US, my experience was primarily derived from my master’s degree. The success I’m experiencing in my current role is largely attributable to my degree in Project Management.”
Krithika Ganapathy ‘22
“The coursework has been directly applicable to the complex projects I manage. The practical experience gained through team-based projects and case studies has enhanced my ability to navigate project phases and ensure successful implementations.”
Skills for Success
In today’s face paced world, project managers need unique abilities that go beyond project management. The MSPM program prepares student to achieve these in demand professional skills.
Emotional intelligence
The ability to understand and manage one’s own emotions, as well as those of others.
Communication
Clear and effective communication is essential for keeping stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
Leadership
Inspire and motivate team members to achieve project goals.
Problem-solving
Identify and solve problems quickly and effectively.
Time management
Manage time effectively to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.
Risk management
The ability to identify and manage risks is essential for minimizing project disruptions and ensuring project success.
Adaptability
Adapt to changing circumstances and adjust project plans as needed.
Mission Statement
The Clark Master of Science in Project Management (MSPM) program provides a comprehensive and rigorous project management education that prepares our students to lead successful projects in a variety of industries. Faculty are committed to developing ethical and socially responsible project managers who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to deliver value to stakeholders. Our program is aligned with the Project Management Institute (PMI) standards and best practices and based on experiential learning. Our main focus is to continuously improve our curriculum to meet the evolving needs of the project management profession as endorsed by the PMI.
Learn from Professor Brian LeBlanc, a Leader in Lean Project Management
Professor LeBlanc is a successful entrepreneur and corporate leader, currently working for an industry leading financial services firm, with a passion for building highly productive teams and processes. He is renowned as a strategic problem solver.
Review Professor LeBlanc’s latest video where he discusses the concept of “The Startup Mod.”
Greatness in project management is built upon a depth of experience. Clark's unique program delivers PM techniques and in-demand business skills required by an increasingly complex business ecosystem.
Foundational Courses
MSPM 3840 Project Management Fundamentals
(aligned with most current PMBOK edition)
This course focuses on project management fundamentals based on the most current version Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). The course covers essential concepts, principles, and best practices in project management, and Agile, Predictive and Hybrid methodologies.
MSPM 3840 Project Management Fundamentals
(aligned with most current PMBOK edition)
This course focuses on project management fundamentals based on the most current version Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). The course covers essential concepts, principles, and best practices in project management, and Agile, Predictive and Hybrid methodologies.
MSPM 3460 Agile Project Delivery
This foundational level course introduces Agile methodologies and their application in project management. Agile has become a cornerstone of modern project management, particularly in software development, and its principles and practices are increasingly adopted across various industries. This course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively lead and manage Agile projects. The course includes an overview of Agile principles and values, including the Agile Manifesto and its 12 principles. Students will learn about the various Agile frameworks, and also explore the roles and responsibilities of Agile team members. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of collaboration, communication, and self-organization within Agile teams.
MSPM 3460 Agile Project Delivery
This foundational level course introduces Agile methodologies and their application in project management. Agile has become a cornerstone of modern project management, particularly in software development, and its principles and practices are increasingly adopted across various industries. This course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively lead and manage Agile projects. The course includes an overview of Agile principles and values, including the Agile Manifesto and its 12 principles. Students will learn about the various Agile frameworks, and also explore the roles and responsibilities of Agile team members. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of collaboration, communication, and self-organization within Agile teams.
MSPM 3850 Project Leadership and Organization
This course provides students with knowledge and skills for managing project teams, demonstrating project leadership, creating project communications, and executing stakeholder engagement. Students will learn theoretical and applied skills in planning, distributing, and managing project communication; identifying and engaging stakeholders; analyzing and interpreting project organization and context; and applying best practices in project team management.
MSPM 3850 Project Leadership and Organization
This course provides students with knowledge and skills for managing project teams, demonstrating project leadership, creating project communications, and executing stakeholder engagement. Students will learn theoretical and applied skills in planning, distributing, and managing project communication; identifying and engaging stakeholders; analyzing and interpreting project organization and context; and applying best practices in project team management.
Advanced Level Courses
MSPM 3770 Project and Portfolio Economics Financial and Procurement
This course focuses on project economics, financial management, and procurement principles and practices, and equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage projects in various industries and sectors. Students will be exposed to the principles of project economics, including cost-benefit analysis, risk assessment, and feasibility analysis. The financial viability of projects and strategies to make informed decisions based on economic considerations will be covered. Students will also learn financial management techniques, including project planning, budgeting, and control. The course further explores the role of procurement in project management and its impact on project economics: procurement strategies, contract management, and legal and ethical considerations in project procurement.
MSPM 3770 Project and Portfolio Economics Financial and Procurement
This course focuses on project economics, financial management, and procurement principles and practices, and equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage projects in various industries and sectors. Students will be exposed to the principles of project economics, including cost-benefit analysis, risk assessment, and feasibility analysis. The financial viability of projects and strategies to make informed decisions based on economic considerations will be covered. Students will also learn financial management techniques, including project planning, budgeting, and control. The course further explores the role of procurement in project management and its impact on project economics: procurement strategies, contract management, and legal and ethical considerations in project procurement.
MSPM 3580 Project Risk, Quality and Change Management
Assessing risk, managing quality, and effectively managing change are three of the critical success factors of any project. Through a series of readings, case studies, and lectures, this course will introduce methodologies for each area and illustrate how they collectively affect the ultimate success of any project.
MSPM 3580 Project Risk, Quality and Change Management
Assessing risk, managing quality, and effectively managing change are three of the critical success factors of any project. Through a series of readings, case studies, and lectures, this course will introduce methodologies for each area and illustrate how they collectively affect the ultimate success of any project.
MSPM 3851 Project Communication and Stakeholder Management
The focus of this course is to develop project managers to be effective communicators and critical listeners. Students will investigate various approaches of effective communication techniques and learn transformative presentation skills. Through applied learning assignments, students will examine best practices for communicating and influencing key stakeholders at all levels and during all phases of a project.
MSPM 3851 Project Communication and Stakeholder Management
The focus of this course is to develop project managers to be effective communicators and critical listeners. Students will investigate various approaches of effective communication techniques and learn transformative presentation skills. Through applied learning assignments, students will examine best practices for communicating and influencing key stakeholders at all levels and during all phases of a project.
MSPM 3855 Project Scheduling
This course provides a deep dive into the principles and practices of project scheduling, with a focus on the process of scheduling and its importance in Project Management and Project Portfolio Management. Students will develop skills in resource allocation, time tracking and workflow. The course will also examine meeting hygiene and artifact documentation for all project methodologies: Predictive, Agile and Hybrid. A heavy emphasis will be placed on the impact of constraints and assumptions in the scheduling process to achieve schedule optimization. Techniques for dealing with scheduling changes will also be presented. Scheduling tools, e.g., Primavera Jira, Trello, Tableau, Microsoft Projects, will be introduced.
MSPM 3855 Project Scheduling
This course provides a deep dive into the principles and practices of project scheduling, with a focus on the process of scheduling and its importance in Project Management and Project Portfolio Management. Students will develop skills in resource allocation, time tracking and workflow. The course will also examine meeting hygiene and artifact documentation for all project methodologies: Predictive, Agile and Hybrid. A heavy emphasis will be placed on the impact of constraints and assumptions in the scheduling process to achieve schedule optimization. Techniques for dealing with scheduling changes will also be presented. Scheduling tools, e.g., Primavera Jira, Trello, Tableau, Microsoft Projects, will be introduced.
Mastery Level Courses
MSPM 3680 Program and Portfolio Management
Organizations in all industries often manage large strategic projects within or as part of a Program Management Office (PMO) structure or a dedicated portfolio organization. Students will learn the difference between managing projects within both program and portfolio management structures. This course, through a combination of lecture, discussion, case studies, and practical exercises, engages students in examining strategies organizations use to prioritize and manage a portfolio of complex and often geographically distributed projects.
MSPM 3680 Program and Portfolio Management
Organizations in all industries often manage large strategic projects within or as part of a Program Management Office (PMO) structure or a dedicated portfolio organization. Students will learn the difference between managing projects within both program and portfolio management structures. This course, through a combination of lecture, discussion, case studies, and practical exercises, engages students in examining strategies organizations use to prioritize and manage a portfolio of complex and often geographically distributed projects.
MSPM 3790 Managing Troubled Projects
Projects may start without formal management, or project managers may be called on to rescue troubled projects. Regardless of the circumstances. at some point in their career project managers will be responsible for “finding a path forward”. This course, through a mix of case study analysis, lecture and classroom discussion will provide students with the skills necessary to be successful.
MSPM 3790 Managing Troubled Projects
Projects may start without formal management, or project managers may be called on to rescue troubled projects. Regardless of the circumstances. at some point in their career project managers will be responsible for “finding a path forward”. This course, through a mix of case study analysis, lecture and classroom discussion will provide students with the skills necessary to be successful.
MSPM 3999 Capstone
MSPM 3999 integrates the course work of the MS Project Management degree program into a comprehensive application. Under the supervision of a faculty advisor, students address an actual challenge faced by an organization or a department within an organization. Students study the issues, review industry trends, research the depth of the issue, and analyze the data to make a series of recommendations to key stakeholders. The course culminates in a formal written and oral presentation at the end of the semester.
MSPM 3999 Capstone
MSPM 3999 integrates the course work of the MS Project Management degree program into a comprehensive application. Under the supervision of a faculty advisor, students address an actual challenge faced by an organization or a department within an organization. Students study the issues, review industry trends, research the depth of the issue, and analyze the data to make a series of recommendations to key stakeholders. The course culminates in a formal written and oral presentation at the end of the semester.
Meet our Engaged Faculty
Industry Advisor, Microsoft
David McMahon
Why Clark MSPM?
Students gain real-world exposure and experiential learning to tackle complex job market challenges.
Advice for New Students:
Maximize class opportunities, engage with faculty, and embrace a growth mindset to enhance your value and resilience.
Experiential Learning Impact:
Hands-on experiences bridge theory and practice, fostering critical thinking and adaptability.
Industry Advisor, Microsoft
David McMahon
Why Clark MSPM?
Students gain real-world exposure and experiential learning to tackle complex job market challenges.
Advice for New Students:
Maximize class opportunities, engage with faculty, and embrace a growth mindset to enhance your value and resilience.
Experiential Learning Impact:
Hands-on experiences bridge theory and practice, fostering critical thinking and adaptability.
Program Director
Mary M. Piecewicz
Why Clark MSPM?
Equip yourself with practical skills in leadership, crisis communication, and project methodologies (Agile, Predictive, Hybrid).
Advice for New Students:
Utilize all resources: faculty, career counseling, academic advising, library, and alumni network.
Experiential Learning Impact:
Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, enhancing problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Program Director
Mary M. Piecewicz
Why Clark MSPM?
Equip yourself with practical skills in leadership, crisis communication, and project methodologies (Agile, Predictive, Hybrid).
Advice for New Students:
Utilize all resources: faculty, career counseling, academic advising, library, and alumni network.
Experiential Learning Impact:
Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, enhancing problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Professor, Financial Sector
Brian LeBlanc
Why Clark MSPM?
Balance between theoretical concepts and practical application supports academic and professional growth.
Advice for New Students:
Understand the Learning Organization concept and prepare before starting the program.
Experiential Learning Impact:
Integrates learning directly into lessons, leaving students with applied theory.
Professor, Financial Sector
Brian LeBlanc
Why Clark MSPM?
Balance between theoretical concepts and practical application supports academic and professional growth.
Advice for New Students:
Understand the Learning Organization concept and prepare before starting the program.
Experiential Learning Impact:
Integrates learning directly into lessons, leaving students with applied theory.
Lecturer
Paul Ledoux
Why Clark MSPM?
Comprehensive understanding of project management principles for career advancement and higher-paying positions.
Advice for New Students:
Define your goals clearly to make informed decisions about courses and activities.
Lecturer
Paul Ledoux
Why Clark MSPM?
Comprehensive understanding of project management principles for career advancement and higher-paying positions.
Advice for New Students:
Define your goals clearly to make informed decisions about courses and activities.
Lecturer
Jeremy Kauffman
Why Clark MSPM?
Unique, hands-on learning experience with a focus on high-demand skills and a supportive community.
Advice for New Students:
Align the program with your career goals, leverage all resources, and embrace a growth mindset.
Experiential Learning Impact:
Hands-on experiences bridge theory and practice, enhancing critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability.
Lecturer
Jeremy Kauffman
Why Clark MSPM?
Unique, hands-on learning experience with a focus on high-demand skills and a supportive community.
Advice for New Students:
Align the program with your career goals, leverage all resources, and embrace a growth mindset.
Experiential Learning Impact:
Hands-on experiences bridge theory and practice, enhancing critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability.
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