"The opportunities afforded me by Harrisburg University prepared me with the incentives and discipline required to achieve my goals and objectives. The Master of Science in Information Technology Project Management curriculum is thorough and in-depth. The education I received in the program gave me the knowledge to become a certified Project Management Professional with the leading global association, Project Management Institute. The knowledge and experience I gained at Harrisburg University has enhanced my professional career as an IT Administrator. Earning my Master's Degree at Harrisburg University has been a fulfilling, rewarding experience and personal, professional achievement."
Thomas B King, MS ITPM, CAPM, PMP, ’09
Master of Science, Project Management
IT Administrator 2
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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Project Management has developed into a core business competency, and professionals with project management skills are currently highly sought among employers. Many top corporations and government agencies are establishing special project management divisions. Whatever the venture, project management skills are essential in ensuring that a job is completed successfully, on time and to budget. Our Master's Degree provides a comprehensive focus on critical project management skills for IT managers. The 36-credit-hour degree program covers essential skills and topics including procurement and risk management, to systems integration and organizational leadership. Additionally, the curriculum has received Registered Education Provider (REP) status through the Project Management Institute (PMI®), providing preparation for the nationally recognized PMP certification.
PMI® Registered Education Provider
Our Project Management Institute® registered education provider distinction is an indicator of the connection between our curriculum and the professional standards of the field. Your instruction at Harrisburg University helps meet one of the key requirements to take the Project Management Professional® (PMP) exam, the profession’s most globally recognized and respected credential. The PMP® designation following your name tells current or potential employers that you have demonstrated a solid foundation of knowledge in the field.
Classes are scheduled in the evening for adult learners and working professionals. Plus, your employer tuition reimbursement goes further at HU, too. We allow to you to defer your tuition payment until the end of the semester through our Employer Deferred Tuition program.
"I've been a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) since 2005 and I have decades of experience in the field. The Harrisburg University Master's Degree is an excellent course made relevant by instructors who are project management practitioners. The instructors have the education, training, and experience to bring the subject to life and make it real in the classroom."
Joe Minnick, PMP, ’09
Master of Science, Project Management
Specialized Graduate Certificates in IT Project Management
To provide business and information technology professionals with the skills to plan, manage, and evaluate technology projects successfully, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology has developed three, graduate-level certificates applicable to a variety of project types. Within the University’s graduate program in IT Project Management, individuals can enroll in one of the following graduate certificates: Managing Software Development Projects (18 credits); Business Analysis for Project Management (12 credits); IT Project Management Certificate (12 credits).
For more details on the program, or to schedule a personal appointment, call 717.901.5101 or email Admissions@HarrisburgU.edu