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Advance Your Project Management Expertise and Leadership Skills

The Project Management concentration is designed to prepare students and working professionals to lead complex projects, manage organizational change, and develop practical project management expertise across a variety of industries. The program emphasizes real-world applications, leadership development, and preparation for professional project management certifications

Through an academic partnership, students enrolled in the Dallas MBA with a Project Management concentration will complete the required concentration courses through Chrsitian Brothers University (CBU). Students admitted to the University of Dallas MBA program are automatically eligible to register for and complete all required concentration courses.

 

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Program Overview

Credit Hours: 39 Total Credit Hours / 18 Classes
Delivery Options: MBA - Online or on campus in Irving, Texas | Concentration Online through a partnership with Christian Brothers University.
Program Format: Flexible evening and online classes for working professionals
Accreditation: AACSB-accredited UDallas College of Business
Typical Duration: 2–3 years (depending on schedule and course load)

 

 

What You’ll Learn in the MBA Project Management Concentration

Students in the Project Management concentration will study topics including:

  • Project management fundamentals
  • Project organization and planning
  • Project leadership and team management
  • Strategic project execution
  • Stakeholder communication and collaboration
  • Resource allocation and scheduling
  • Risk assessment and quality management
  • Business process improvement
  • Agile and traditional project management approaches
  • Professional certification preparation (CAPM®/PMI-aligned concepts)

Career Paths for MBA Project Management Graduates


A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects while ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. They coordinate teams, manage resources, monitor progress, and communicate with stakeholders to achieve project objectives across various industries.
An Operations Manager oversees daily business operations to ensure efficiency, productivity, and quality across an organization. They are responsible for process improvement, resource allocation, performance monitoring, and implementing strategies that support organizational goals
A Construction Project Coordinator supports the planning and execution of construction projects by managing schedules, documentation, budgets, and communication between contractors, engineers, and clients. They help ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and according to specifications.

A Healthcare Project Manager leads projects within healthcare organizations, such as facility expansions, technology implementations, or process improvements. They coordinate clinical and administrative teams to ensure projects improve patient care, comply with regulations, and meet operational goals.

An IT Project Manager oversees technology-related projects such as software development, system implementations, or infrastructure upgrades. They manage timelines, technical teams, budgets, and stakeholder expectations to ensure successful delivery of IT solutions aligned with business needs.

Courses You'll Take

39 Total Credit Hours / 18 Classes

(Required for All Graduate Business Programs)
MANA 6V50 The Virtuous Leader. 
MANA 6V51 Business and the Common Good. 
BUAD 6320 The Effective Communicator.

BUAD 5F70 Cornerstone*
ACCT/FINA 6310 Financial Intelligence.
BUAD 6310 Quantitative Reasoning for Decision-Making.
MANA 7310 High Performance Work Teams.
LDRS 6310 Leading Innovation and Organizational Change.
MANA 7330 Integrated Business Operations. 
MANA 7340 Integrated Business Strategy.

*BUAD 5F70. Required for all international and probationary students, including conditional and qualifying admission statuses.

BUAD 6101 Leading Yourself. (Semester 1)
BUAD 6102 Enhancing Interpersonal Effectiveness. (Semester 2)
BUAD 6103 Career Advancement. (Semester 3)

Select one (1) course from the following:

CYBS 6345 Securing the Digital World.
BANA 7320 Data Visualization and Storytelling.
BANA 7355 AI for Business. 
BANA 7380 Advanced Spreadsheet Modeling and Dashboards.

  • PMGT 681 – Project Management
  • PMGT 682 – Project Organization, Planning, and Leadership
  • PMGT 683 – Project Management Professional Certification Course

Apply to the Dallas MBA Program

Joining the University of Dallas MBA program is simple—no GMAT or GRE required. With multiple start dates throughout the year and flexible formats to fit your schedule, applying is the first step toward advancing your career with a values-driven, AACSB-accredited education. Whether online, on-campus, or hybrid, your MBA journey starts here. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

An MBA concentration in Project Management prepares students and professionals to lead complex projects, manage organizational change, and develop practical project management skills across industries, with an emphasis on real-world application, leadership, and certification readiness.
Yes. The Project Management Concentration is available and can be completed fully online.
Absolutely. Courses are offered completely online designed for students balancing full-time careers.
Most students complete the concentration within the standard MBA timeline. Full-time students may finish in as little as 1–2 years, while part-time and working students can progress at a pace that fits their schedule.
Dallas MBA admitted students wishing to enroll in the Project Management Concentration are required to submit the Christian Brothers University Academic Partnership form. Please speak with your academic advisor for full details. 

About the Dallas MBA

The UDallas College of Business is AACSB-accredited and nationally recognized for its focus on practical, ethical, and globally minded business education. Our MBA program emphasizes values-driven leadership and provides the flexibility, rigor, and support working professionals need to succeed.

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