Project Management, MRes

Location(s): Research Based (European Model)

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The Online Master of Research (MRes) in Project Management is a research-intensive program for current working professionals with relevant experience who want to become the next generation of leaders, driving successful companies and projects in competitive and technologically advanced local, national, and global markets.

As an MRes student, you will conduct original research in an area of interest under the guidance of a dedicated thesis chair. Upon graduation, you will have published work that explores new frontiers in project management.

What you’ll gain with an MRes in Project Management:

In-depth understanding of project management principles, such as leadership, strategic thinking, risk, value, and quality
Multidisciplinary knowledge across management, research and development, cybersecurity, human factors, psychology, and more
Exposure to the academic publishing process and practical research experience
Specialized expertise in your area of interest
Practical experience applying project management frameworks in real-world contexts
Insight into emerging technologies and future market demand
In-demand job skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication of complex concepts
Enhanced career prospects in academia, research institutions, and advanced leadership roles across industries
A mindset for continuous learning in a high-demand field
Opportunities to contribute new knowledge in an evolving area

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon program completion, graduates will be able to:

Develop effective research proposals using appropriate methodologies and designs in an ethical manner.
Incorporate the theoretical basis and practical applications of project management into related problem solving and task accomplishment.
Execute a research project to successfully complete and defend a significant piece of scholarly work in project management.
Demonstrate effective oral and writing skills in professional communications.

Course Requirements

Master of Research: 30 Credits

MRS 700 - Fundamentals of Graduate Research I 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)
MRS 710 - Fundamentals of Graduate Research II 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)
PJM 715 - Project Management Research Proposal 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)
PJM 725 - Project Management Research and Data Collection 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)
PJM 735 - Project Management Thesis and Defense 6 Semester Credit Hour(s)

Notes

MRS 700 must be taken as the only class in the first semester.
No more than one class allowed in following semesters without Dean’s approval.