USC Schedule of Classes

Concepts including delivering project scope within cost, schedule, and resource constraints and the exploration of the traditional or waterfall project management methodology will be explored.

Tasks, techniques, and perspectives on how to approach business analysis along with methods for developing requirement process tools and techniques and best practices.

Structured approach to project schedule management, demonstrating how to be proactive and in control of projects by implementing effective schedule management.

Approaches to project cost estimation and the tools and methodologies best suited for estimates and forecasts that need to be prepared.

Coursework will enable students to prepare a comprehensive risk management plan and discover different approaches to identify, assess, and quantify risks and their impacts.

Agile project management concepts and a set of frameworks that covers the people, products, and techniques required to successfully implement projects.

Quality and performance improvement projects and methodologies used to implement them with a focus on Six Sigma, Lean, and Total Quality Management.

Explores several industries and entities and their developed project management methodologies to meet industry-specific needs through traditional approaches and partnerships in various sectors.

Students learn to cultivate the necessary components for stakeholder management on nearly any change within an organization through change management and business relationship management.

Managing and coordinating multiple organizational projects with a focus on project alignment, organizational goals, performance maximization, risk minimization, and program success.

Structured approach to design, build, and manage a project portfolio, focusing on strategic implementation and operational initiatives to create sustainable value.

Utilize skills gained throughout the program to demonstrate the ability to plan and implement a project from conception to conclusion.