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Master of Science in Project Management and Leadership Skills

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and Project ManagementTotal credits45Estimated duration2 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

M.S. in Project Management and Leadership Skills

Total program length

45 graduate semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years of full-time study

Advanced project management and leadership skills core

27 credit hours

Research, assessment, and program evaluation

9 credit hours

Professional application and field experience

0 credit hours

Graduate capstone requirement

9 credit hours

The Master of Science in Project Management and Leadership Skills program provides a robust foundation in project management methodologies integrated with a Christ-centered approach to organizational stewardship. Over the course of two years, students engage in an experiential curriculum that bridges technical proficiency with the principles of servant leadership and ethical reasoning. The program emphasizes the planning, execution, and oversight of projects through the lens of biblical integrity, equipping students to motivate diverse teams and honor their responsibilities as stewards of organizational resources. By merging professional project management frameworks with a commitment to spiritual formation, graduates are prepared to navigate the complexities of modern business environments as principled leaders who view their professional callings as an extension of their Christian worldview, ultimately fostering excellence and communal health in every project they oversee.

The 45-credit master's program provides advanced preparation in Project Management and Leadership Skills theory, human behavior, ethics, assessment awareness, research, program evaluation, crisis response, leadership, referral, and project management and leadership skills-support services.

The graduate capstone may include: An applied research study; A community needs assessment; A project management and leadership skills-support program; A professional training manual; A program-development and evaluation project; Another faculty-approved scholarly project.

The program is designed for completion within two academic years by students maintaining the University's prescribed full-time course load. Part-time students may require additional time.

Florida establishes a minimum of 24 semester credits beyond the bachelor's degree for a master's program. The University's 45-credit requirement is an institutional academic standard that exceeds that minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
M.S. in Project Management and Leadership Skills
Total program length
45 graduate semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Two academic years of full-time study
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Project Management
Total credits
45
Duration
2 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
  • Apply advanced leadership skills to effectively manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Analyze project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
  • Craft strategic project plans that align with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Evaluate project performance using key metrics and make data-driven decisions.
  • Foster effective communication and collaboration within project teams.
  • Lead change management initiatives to enhance project outcomes.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • PMGT 601
  • Project Management Principles
  • 3
  • None
  • PMGT 602
  • Planning, Scheduling, and Control
  • 3
  • None
  • PMGT 603
  • Cost Estimation and Cost Control
  • 3
  • None
  • PMGT 604
  • Project Risk Management
  • 3
  • None
  • PMGT 601 — Project Management Principles: Core Project Management Foundation courseThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • PMGT 602 — Planning, Scheduling, and Control: Core Project Management Foundation courseThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • PMGT 603 — Cost Estimation and Cost Control: Core Project Management Foundation courseThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • PMGT 604 — Project Risk Management: Core Project Management Foundation courseThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • LEAD 605
  • Organizational Leadership Theories
  • 3
  • None
  • LEAD 606
  • Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
  • 3
  • None
  • PMGT 607
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
  • 3
  • None
  • LEAD 608
  • Ethics in Management and Ministry
  • 3
  • None
  • LEAD 605 — Organizational Leadership Theories: This course examines foundational and contemporary leadership models within professional environments. Students will evaluate how various leadership styles impact team cohesion and strategic vision. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • LEAD 606 — Conflict Resolution and Negotiation: Students explore strategies for managing interpersonal conflict and facilitating productive negotiations in professional settings. Emphasis is placed on empathetic communication and restorative practices. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • PMGT 607 — Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: This course focuses on identifying, managing, and effectively communicating with diverse project stakeholders. It provides tools for transparent reporting and relationship maintenance. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • LEAD 608 — Ethics in Management and Ministry: Participants analyze moral decision-making frameworks applicable to organizational governance and stewardship. The curriculum highlights balancing professional goals with spiritual integrity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • PMGT 609
  • Resource Allocation and Management
  • 3
  • PMGT 601
  • LEAD 610
  • Nonprofit Governance and Sustainability
  • 3
  • None
  • PMGT 611
  • Quality Management Systems
  • 3
  • None
  • LEAD 612
  • Change Management and Organizational Culture
  • 3
  • LEAD 605
  • PMGT 609 — Resource Allocation and Management: This course covers the effective distribution of human and material resources across project lifecycles. Students learn to optimize organizational productivity through evidence-based resource planning. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • LEAD 610 — Nonprofit Governance and Sustainability: Learners investigate the principles of board management, fundraising ethics, and long-term financial stability for nonprofit entities. The course addresses the complexities of regulatory environments and mission adherence. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • PMGT 611 — Quality Management Systems: This course introduces methodologies for establishing quality standards and continuous process improvement within projects. Students will learn to implement audit procedures and benchmarking tools. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • LEAD 612 — Change Management and Organizational Culture: Students explore the dynamics of organizational change and strategies for leading teams through transitions. Emphasis is placed on creating inclusive and adaptive workplace environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • PMGT 613
  • Procurement and Contract Management
  • 3
  • None
  • LEAD 614
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • 3
  • None
  • PMGT 699
  • Project Management Capstone Project
  • 3
  • Completion of 36 credit hours
  • PMGT 613 — Procurement and Contract Management: This course provides an overview of legal and procurement processes involved in project acquisition and vendor relations. Students will develop skills in drafting and managing service-level agreements. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • LEAD 614 — Data-Driven Decision Making: Students utilize analytical tools and statistical methodologies to inform strategic organizational choices. The course emphasizes interpreting complex data to support mission-critical initiatives. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • PMGT 699 — Project Management Capstone Project: Students demonstrate mastery of program objectives by designing and presenting a comprehensive project management plan for a real-world organizational challenge. This final project integrates all previous theoretical and practical learning. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and demonstrate relevant professional experience in project management or a related field. A personal statement and letters of recommendation may also be required. Thesis or Capstone Project The capstone project serves as the summative assessment for the degree, requiring students to design and execute a comprehensive project management plan that demonstrates mastery of both technical rigor and ethical decision-making. Students must articulate how their proposed solutions reflect a commitment to biblical stewardship and sustainable organizational growth. Throughout this process, learners are evaluated on their ability to integrate project management best practices with the virtues of servant leadership, ensuring that their final project proposal serves not only organizational objectives but also the common good through a lens of moral clarity and social responsibility.

Protected Curriculum

Complete program outline available after verification

Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To graduate with the Master of Science in Project Management and Leadership Skills, students must complete 36 credit hours of graduate coursework with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Candidates must demonstrate satisfactory progress through all required modules, including successful completion of the capstone project. Beyond academic metrics, students are expected to show evidence of growth in their professional calling and an ability to apply a Christian worldview to complex decision-making scenarios. Final clearance for graduation is contingent upon the successful fulfillment of all financial and administrative obligations, reflecting the principle of integrity in all facets of the student’s academic journey.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Project Manager
  • Program Director
  • Project Management Consultant
  • Operations Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • Resource Manager
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | M.S. in Project Management and Leadership Skills
  • Total program length | 45 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced project management and leadership skills core | 27 credit hours
  • Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 9 credit hours
  • Professional application and field experience | 0 credit hours
  • Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PMGT 601 | Project Management Principles | 3 | None
  • PMGT 602 | Planning, Scheduling, and Control | 3 | None
  • PMGT 603 | Cost Estimation and Cost Control | 3 | None
  • PMGT 604 | Project Risk Management | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • LEAD 605 | Organizational Leadership Theories | 3 | None
  • LEAD 606 | Conflict Resolution and Negotiation | 3 | None
  • PMGT 607 | Stakeholder Engagement and Communication | 3 | None
  • LEAD 608 | Ethics in Management and Ministry | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PMGT 609 | Resource Allocation and Management | 3 | PMGT 601
  • LEAD 610 | Nonprofit Governance and Sustainability | 3 | None
  • PMGT 611 | Quality Management Systems | 3 | None
  • LEAD 612 | Change Management and Organizational Culture | 3 | LEAD 605
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PMGT 613 | Procurement and Contract Management | 3 | None
  • LEAD 614 | Data-Driven Decision Making | 3 | None
  • PMGT 699 | Project Management Capstone Project | 3 | Completion of 36 credit hours

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Project Manager
  • Program Director
  • Project Management Consultant
  • Operations Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • Resource Manager

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | M.S. in Project Management and Leadership Skills
  • Total program length | 45 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced project management and leadership skills core | 27 credit hours
  • Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 9 credit hours
  • Professional application and field experience | 0 credit hours
  • Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PMGT 601 | Project Management Principles | 3 | None
  • PMGT 602 | Planning, Scheduling, and Control | 3 | None
  • PMGT 603 | Cost Estimation and Cost Control | 3 | None
  • PMGT 604 | Project Risk Management | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • LEAD 605 | Organizational Leadership Theories | 3 | None
  • LEAD 606 | Conflict Resolution and Negotiation | 3 | None
  • PMGT 607 | Stakeholder Engagement and Communication | 3 | None
  • LEAD 608 | Ethics in Management and Ministry | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PMGT 609 | Resource Allocation and Management | 3 | PMGT 601
  • LEAD 610 | Nonprofit Governance and Sustainability | 3 | None
  • PMGT 611 | Quality Management Systems | 3 | None
  • LEAD 612 | Change Management and Organizational Culture | 3 | LEAD 605
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • PMGT 613 | Procurement and Contract Management | 3 | None
  • LEAD 614 | Data-Driven Decision Making | 3 | None
  • PMGT 699 | Project Management Capstone Project | 3 | Completion of 36 credit hours