Bachelor of Science in Business • Minor
Project Management
A Project Management degree prepares you to lead initiatives, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver results on time and within budget. You’ll learn planning, risk management, and execution techniques while gaining the tools and confidence to guide complex projects in business, healthcare, nonprofit, and tech environments.
Dig Deeper Into the program
Explore how coursework, practical application, and professional certification preparation build your project leadership skills and prepare you to manage scope, schedule, and stakeholder expectations.
Start Terms
- Fall or Spring
Program Format
- On-campus
- Select classes available online to provide added flexibility for students
Credit Hours & Timeline
- Total credits required: 120
- Typical completion time: 4 years
Curriculum Highlights
- Essentials of project planning, scope, and scheduling
- Risk assessment, quality management, and budget control coursework
- Training with industry tools and software used in real project environments
- Preparation for professional certifications (e.g., CAPM, Agile basics)
Applicants for admission are evaluated based on the following criteria to gain full admission.
- High school record of cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. An applicant for a degree program must have graduated or will have graduated with 16 high school units from an accredited high school. The college preparatory program is strongly recommended to high school students. Ordinarily this program includes four years of English and two years of social studies, science, and mathematics.
- College/university record of cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, if applicable.
Applicants who do not meet the following criteria and show potential for success may be reviewed for an alternate admissions pathway.
Students who have successfully completed the General Education Development Test (GED) and have not accumulated at least 12 collegiate level semester hours credit at a regionally accredited institution with a 2.5 GPA or better will follow the Alternate Admissions Pathway.
Applications open July 1 for the upcoming academic year. CSM follows a rolling admission process, reviewing applications as they are received. We encourage students to apply early for priority consideration for scholarships, housing, and financial aid.
The Mercy Core is CSM’s general education curriculum and the foundation of every degree. Rooted in the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy, it integrates ethics, reflection, and action to prepare women to lead with purpose and advance justice in their communities.
Explore a typical course sequence to see how your degree unfolds semester by semester. This sample plan provides a helpful overview of required courses and milestones to guide your academic journey.
Your Roadmap to Admission
From application to enrollment, we guide you through each step with clarity and personal support so you can focus on what matters most and take the next step toward your future.
Why Choose CSM?
Lead Complex Work
Master the frameworks, tools, and methodologies used to deliver projects on time, on budget, and within scope.
Credential-Ready Advantage
Coursework aligns with CAPM and Agile foundations, positioning you for early professional certification and strong career ROI.
Command the Room
In a women-centered environment, you develop the confidence to manage stakeholders, navigate conflict, and guide teams through change.
Purpose-Driven Execution
Through the Mercy Core, you learn to balance efficiency with ethics, ensuring your leadership creates measurable impact with integrity.
Tuition & Aid
Investing in your education is a big decision, and you do not have to navigate it alone. Every admitted full-time undergraduate student is guaranteed a merit scholarship, and CSM offers additional aid and personalized guidance to make your degree attainable. Our team will walk you through your options so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Career Outcomes
- Project manager
- Program coordinator
- Operations project lead
- Risk management specialist
- Change management analyst
- Business process improvement analyst
- Healthcare project coordinator
- Agile team facilitator

Business By The Numbers
15 MAJORS
Offered within the Business program
Students can tailor their education to their interests and goals, exploring new areas and graduating with skills aligned to today’s business landscape.
100% of STUDENTS
Get hands-on experience through internships
Students gain practical experience, valuable professional connections, and the confidence to transition smoothly and successfully from college to career.
?% of Graduates
Have jobs within six months of graduation
Students can have confidence that their degree leads to real opportunity, strong career placement, and a meaningful start in their chosen profession..
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Accreditation
The Assurance of Accreditation
The assurance of regional accreditation means that our degrees have been evaluated for their outcomes — including how well they prepare you to meet the needs of your employers, yourself and our global society. College of Saint Mary is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
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