Applied Science (Project Management) ,BAS
Business, Collaborative, Lead, Manage, Manager, Organization, Problem Solving, Regulation, Resource Allocation, approved for STEM-OPT extension
Are you the one others rely on to turn chaos into clarity and accomplish goals? Become a leader and skilled project manager --- one of today's most sought-after unicorns in any employment sector.
The BAS program in project management offers a skills-driven curriculum that prepares students to be excellent project managers.
Students acquire the skills they need to ensure the progress and successful completion of complex projects: project leadership, project quality management, project risk management, project schedule management, project cost management and project resource management.
Students also explore the skills and knowledge leaders employ when they organize diverse teams, evaluate ethical situations, innovate, solve problems, communicate effectively, assess leadership and organizational effectiveness, manage resources and use emerging technologies.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 36 months. This OPT work authorization term may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing the degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Polytechnic, Tempe or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- First required math course: MAT 117 - College Algebra
- Math intensity: Moderate
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
Additional requirements:
This program is not available to first-year students.
Transfer admission requirements:
Students applying to this program must have completed an AAS degree from a regionally accredited institution. For students with an Associate of Applied Science from an Arizona community college, the AGEC is recommended but not required.
Students changing their major to this program must have completed an AAS degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available, project management students are able to tailor their experience to their unique interests and skill sets. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network.
Graduates possess the skills and knowledge needed for project management and leadership positions in a wide range of organizations, including business, government, nonprofit agencies and the service industry. Project managers can be housed within many specific industries, such as health care, information technology and construction management.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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9.7%
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$95,290
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9.7%
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$98,740
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6.2%
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$95,370
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3.3%
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$128,620
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4.6%
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$99,030
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8.2%
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$98,560
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3.3%
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$128,620
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School of Applied Professional Studies
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
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These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.