Project Management

Why Project Management?

Project managers bring structure, clarity, and momentum to the most important work happening inside an organization. In this program, you’ll learn how to define goals, plan timelines, organize resources, and guide teams through project completion. Whether coordinating a new product release or managing a major business initiative, you’ll gain the confidence and strategies needed to keep complex work on track.

At Mid-State, you’ll build practical skills in budgeting, scheduling, communication, and leadership through hands-on project experiences. You’ll also learn how to solve problems, analyze workflow needs, and use industry tools to keep teams aligned and moving forward. Graduates enter a flexible, high-demand field where effective project managers are valued in every industry.

Lead teams and oversee project tasks from initiation through successful completion.
Develop strong communication, organization, and detail-management skills.
Apply problem-solving strategies to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
Practice project planning through real-life proposals and hands-on activities.
Gain experience with tools for charting, tracking, and analyzing project progress.
Build budgeting and resource-management skills essential for project success.

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Program Facts

Total Credits

33 Credits

Degree Type

Technical Degree

Program Length

Less Than One Year

Delivery Method

In Person, Online, Online Live, Hybrid

Location

Adams, Marshfield, Stevens Point Downtown, Wisconsin Rapids

Start Dates

Fall, Spring, Summer

Estimated Program Cost

$5,984.99

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Financial Aid Eligibility

Fully Eligible

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Program Outcomes

Graduates leave ready to succeed in their careers. Each year, data from Mid-State's Graduate Survey and statewide reports show consistently high satisfaction and strong starting salaries. Here's a snapshot of what success looks like after graduation.

Career Opportunities

Implementation Manager

Project Leader

Project Manager

$88k Median Annual Salary

Recent program grads in Wisconsin earned a starting salary of $87,934. Source: Lightcast Data Set

730

Average Monthly Hires

730 of recent Wisconsin program grads landed jobs within six months of graduation. Source: Lightcast Data Set

100%

Mid-State Graduate Satisfaction Rate

Students leave proud, prepared, and confident in what comes next. Source: Mid-State Graduate Survey Results

Program Details

Take a closer look at what the program offers and what to expect.

Program Courses

Your course plan may vary, and you'll get a recommended sequence once you're enrolled. See below for full course details, see the program information guide, or talk with your advisor.

Program Information Guide (PDF)

Instructors

Meet our full-time instructors.

Brian Bartel, BS, MS, EdD
Dr. Bartel received his doctorate from the University of Wisconsin–Stout. His professional experience includes twenty plus years working within the financial, Investment, and insurance industries in a variety of managerial roles and for a number of well-known and local companies, including Sentry Insurance, Thrivent Financial, and American Express.

“Learning is a lifelong journey—investing in yourself will be, by far, the best investment you may ever make!”

Program Outcomes

Employers will expect graduates of this program to be able to:

Identify the different stages involved in project planning.
Employ common project management tools.
Utilize relevant milestones in monitoring and measuring progress taking account of budget, expenditure, and risk management.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal communications and conflict management techniques.
Employ common software tools for project management.

Employability Skills

Alongside your career training, you'll develop key workplace strengths. Explore the additional skills you'll build.

Employability Skills (PDF)

Technical Standards

To succeed in this program, you'll need to meet certain technical standards. These are the key skills and abilities needed for the program and future career success—with or without reasonable accommodations. Be sure to review them carefully before you apply.

Technical Standards (PDF)

Career pathways help you build your education step by step. Each stage offers one or more credentials that are recognized by employers and lead to real jobs—and you can keep building toward your career goals as you go.

Prior Learning

Certificate

Technical Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Get credit for what you already know. You may be able to earn college credit for prior learning through skills you’ve gained through high school classes, previous college work, self-study, military training, jobs, or volunteer experience.

Credit for Prior Learning
High School Dual Credit
Mid-State Fast-Track – Open to high school students

“I couldn't have asked for a better education. My instructors were some of the most incredible people, and they were willing to do whatever was necessary to help everyone.”

- Leslie T.

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“Mid-State’s hands-on learning, convenient scheduling, updated technology, and instructors who can relate to the field have all helped me become successful and even advance in my career in under a year.”

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