Project Management
Project Management Program Overview
Manhattanville University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Project Management combines business strategy with hands-on experience to prepare students to lead projects from idea to execution. Through industry-focused coursework, collaborative learning, and real-word applications, students develop the leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills employers value. Located just outside New York City, Manhattanville connects students to a dynamic professional network and experiential learning opportunities across industries. Graduates are prepared for careers in business, technology, healthcare, finance, nonprofit organizations, and more
By the end of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) exam, a globally recognized credential that significantly enhances employability.
Convenient Hybrid Format
Manhattanville University has partnered with Rize Education to deliver high-quality, flexible, online student experiences. The BS in Project Management is a hybrid program, a format that blends online convenience with traditional campus engagement.
The Project Management major is built on Manhattanville's Business Core to provide students with a solid foundation in business disciplines. These courses are taught in-person by Manhattanville faculty. Through Manhattanville's partnership with Rize, the major then covers Project Management from its most basic concepts through a capstone Full Cycle Project Management course.
Rize courses are online, asynchronous and taught over a 14-week period.
Gain the best of both worlds through a hybrid program that connects classroom learning with professional practice:
- Stay ahead with a curriculum shaped by current industry trends and research.
- Learn on your schedule through a flexible blend of online and on-campus instruction.
- Build a competitive edge through hands-on experiences and market-ready skills that translate directly to the workplace.
Project Management majors at Manhattanville take courses covering essential tenets of project management, planning, and execution.
Review complete BS graduation requirements in the Manhattanville University Catalog.
Project Management Courses
The BS in Project Management degree courses cover topics such as:
- Fundamentals of Financial Accounting
- Fundamentals of Managerial Accounting
- Principles of Finance
- Fundamentals of Management
- Managing Risk and Uncertainty
- Project Execution, Monitoring, and Control
Review the requirements for a BS in Project Management
Full Cycle Project Management
In this capstone course, students will step into the role of a project manager. Students learn to lead a complex project from start to finish, using the skills and knowledge they have gained throughout the program. By semester's end, students will have a standout portfolio piece that demonstrates their abilities to employers and also be prepared sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) exam.
A Project Management degree equips graduates with leadership, organizational, and analytical skills that are highly valued by employers.
Possible career paths include:
- Project Coordinator
- Project Manager
- Program Manager
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Technical or IT Project Manager
Project management-related roles generated more than 181,000 job postings nationally in February 2026 alone, with a median advertised salary exceeding $125,000. Employers hiring for these skills include organizations such as Amazon, Google, Accenture, Deloitte, KPMG, Capital One, JPMorgan Chase, and many others.
Take advantage of our accelerated pathway and earn both your Bachelor’s degree and MBA in as little as five years.
Why choose the accelerated pathway? Get ahead with advanced career opportunities!
Save on tuition
You can take up to 12 graduate-level courses while still an undergraduate, allowing you to use your undergraduate scholarships and financial aid. Graduate programs typically offer significantly less scholarship and aid availability.
Save time
Graduate with a bachelor’s degree in your chosen field and an MBA, giving you a competitive edge and preparing you to enter the workforce sooner.
How does it work?
- You may select the accelerated option when completing your Undergraduate Application or Course Preference Survey.
- After completing a minimum of 70 undergraduate credits, you may begin taking up to four graduate-level courses to get a head start on your MBA.
- Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor regularly to ensure their academic timeline stays on track.
- During your senior year, Graduate Admissions will contact you with an Accelerated Direct Admit Form, which you will complete to confirm your transition into the MBA program.
*Students should maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 to be considered for direct admit.
*An alumni scholarship will not be provided if an accelerated pathway is chosen.
Faculty
Nimish Adhia
Tina Bardsley
David Borker
Robert Derrell
Angelo Maiello
Kyoko Mona
Faculty Emeriti
James Bryan
Anna Sachko Gandolfi
Depending on whether you are a first-year college student or transferring from another institution, the admission requirements and processes can vary. Please contact our Admissions team for additional information. To start planning for your degree, review complete financial aid, tuition, and scholarship information.
