Undergraduate Project Management Emphasis Courses
PRM 300 Introduction to Project Management
3 Credits
This course provides the foundational principles and techniques to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close projects. Topics such as the project life-cycle management, project organizations and leadership, project team building will be covered. Project management methods and techniques for project charter, scope, schedule, budget, risk management, control and closeout, and project management software are also covered.
PRM 336 Project Procurement Management
3 Credits
This course builds a foundational understanding of the project management procurement processes, focusing on promoting collaboration between buyers and sellers to achieve shared goals. Students will explore the key steps in acquiring external products and services, source-selection and management, and contract closure. Students will learn the project procurement management life cycle including planning, competitive solicitations, negotiations, legal considerations, contract types, and procurement ethics through effective make-or-buy decisions, comprehensive plans, and leveraging outsourcing for optimal outcomes. Prerequisite: PRM 300.
TMG 300 Scrum Basics
3 Credits
This course introduces the Scrum framework for project management, focusing on its application in software development and other fields, while comparing it to traditional waterfall methodologies. Students will learn Scrum terminology, team responsibilities, values, and project tracking tools. The curriculum aligns with Scrum.org standards, preparing interested students for the Professional Scrum Master I certification exam. While exam study materials are provided, students are responsible for registering and paying for the official certification test administered by Scrum.org.