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July 2023 University Catalog

MBA in Project Management, FlexPath option

School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration

Only learners enrolled in the FlexPath MBA degree program or the FlexPath MS in Information Systems and Technology Management degree program may take FlexPath MBA courses. MBA learners may not take courses associated with any other program within the School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration or any other school at Capella University while they are enrolled in the FlexPath MBA degree program.

The MBA Project Management specialization aligns with the Project Management Institute’s (PMI®) global standards. This specialization introduces learners to fundamental project management theories, processes, and strategies and provides learners with the knowledge, skills, and experience to ensure project success. Learners focus on developing decision-making skills and the ability to reflect on the impact of their judgment in dynamic project situations. Upon successful completion of this specialization, learners are prepared to pursue advanced project management positions in global enterprises or entrepreneurial start-ups. Learners who pursue this specialization through the FlexPath option earn an MBA through self-paced demonstrations of competencies.

Core courses

MBA-FPX5002MBA Leadership

2
MBA-FPX5006Business Strategy

2
MBA-FPX5008Applied Business Analytics

2
MBA-FPX5010Accounting Methods for Leaders

2
MBA-FPX5014Applied Managerial Finance

2
MBA-FPX5016Operations Management for Leaders

2
PM-FPX5018Project Management Foundations

2

Specialization courses

PM-FPX5332Project Management Planning, Execution, and Control

2
PM-FPX5333Project Budgeting, Procurement, and Quality

2
PM-FPX5334Project Risk Assessment and Control

2

Taken during the learner’s final quarter

MBA-FPX5910MBA Capstone Experience

2.5

Total

At least 22.5 program points

One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.

Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.

GuidedPath courses and FlexPath courses fulfill the program requirements and prerequisites for each delivery model.