Boise State University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Project Management provides you with industry preparation, hands-on experience and theory to lead teams, align initiatives with strategic goals and manage complex projects.
If you’re looking to turn practical experience or passion for leadership and organization into a successful and rewarding career in project management, here are nine strong reasons to enroll in the program.
- 100% online: The bachelor’s in project management online features seven-week courses and six start dates per year to help you learn on your schedule while balancing work, family or military service.
- Career-oriented: The program prepares you for the Project Management Professional certification, one of the most respected credentials in the field.
- High-quality: Boise State’s bachelor’s in project management online ranks in the top 11% of online bachelor’s degree programs by U.S. News & World Report.
- Relevant curriculum: The bachelor’s in project management online courses reflect today’s industry needs and prepare you to lead projects in an array of fields.
- Supportive: Boise State’s faculty and staff provide you with mentorship, guidance and a student-centered experience designed for online learners.
- Career-ready: The program prepares you with the practical skills, credentials and experience needed to step into professional roles upon graduation.
- Ethical leadership: Build the interpersonal and ethical decision-making skills needed to lead teams and drive projects with integrity with the bachelor’s in project management online.
- Faculty with field expertise: Courses are taught by experienced project managers who bring practical, real-world insights into every course, ensuring you will learn from industry experts.
- Customizable pathways: Tailor your degree with emphasis areas in business, communications, cybersecurity or public health to align with your specific career goals.
Which customizable pathway is right for you?
You can choose an optional emphasis area or certificate based on your interests and goals to add to your online project management degree.
Emphasis areas must be completed within a degree program, but certificates may be completed independently or in conjunction with a degree program. They include:
- Business Management emphasis: Learn the skills to effectively lead and manage business operations and organize projects in a management role. Prepare to adapt to the dynamic nature of modern business environments, develop strategic plans and make informed decisions.
- Communications Management emphasis: Gain the skills and knowledge to effectively communicate and collaborate in project management settings. Excel in various aspects of project communication, convey information, manage conflicts and establish clear communication channels to ensure project success.
- Cyber Security emphasis: Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge necessary to identify and assess cyber security risks, implement security measures and ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of project data and information. Gain a deeper understanding of practices, cybersecurity principles, technologies and how they apply to project management in technology industries and sectors.
- Public Health emphasis: Acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to plan, implement and evaluate projects related to health promotion, disease prevention, healthcare delivery and public health policy. Build a comprehensive understanding of project management principles and practices with a specific focus on public health initiatives.
- Certificate in Project Management: Learn to develop project plans, manage timelines, work with stakeholders and execute strategic goals. Prepare for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) exam or the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Graduates of the bachelor’s in project management online program are prepared for roles such as project manager, program coordinator, operations manager and more in industries like business, healthcare, IT and public service.
Learn more about the project management program
Earning an online Bachelor in Project Management from Boise State University can open doors to new opportunities and a brighter future — and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Whether you’re exploring if an online degree is right for you or need help transferring credits, connecting with a student success coach is the perfect first step.