No matter how big or wide-ranging a business gets, success often comes down to execution of projects. You can explore how to manage workflow for projects big or small, and for large groups or individuals, while working to develop foundational business knowledge with CTU's Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a Project Management concentration. According to a Project Management Institute study¹, there's a widening gap between employers' need for skilled project managers and the availability of professionals to fill those roles. With a degree in project management you can work toward the skills that are in demand.

¹ Project Management Institute (PMI), Talent Gap 2021 study, visited November 4, 2024.

• Program Credits: 180
• Each Course Length: 5 Weeks

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Project Management (BSBA-PM) is a 180-credit hour program that is offered online and at our Colorado Springs campus. It consists of 66 general education credits, 86 credit hours devoted to the business administration core, and 28 credit hours in the project management concentration.

This program is intended for students seeking project management knowledge for business practices. It is designed to provide a holistic approach to general business topics, balanced with project management standards and skills. The program allows students to apply project management across various business disciplines.

This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification. As such, CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.

The mission of the College of Business and Management is to offer professional market-driven business degrees that build business competencies transferrable to all industries. The College of Business and Management accomplishes this mission by offering curriculum that aligns to industry standards, remains relevant, and builds practical skills applicable to the competitive global business environment.

For the 11th consecutive year, CTU is ranked among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs by U.S. News & World Report.*

*CTU programs are ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Online Programs.

This program is accredited by Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

The BSBA with a concentration in Project Management degree program is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC).

Learning Outcomes

BSBA Program Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate the application of fundamental business principles in diverse business situations.
• Investigate the cultural differences that exist within the global workplace.
• Compose organizational business decisions through data analytical problem solving.
• Determine ethical principles used in business decision-making. Interpret the impact of organizational change from a business perspective.

BSBA-PM Concentration Learning Outcomes

• Apply appropriate project management approaches, principles, knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to the project lifecycle to deliver value.