Project Management Career Outlook, Northwestern University School of Professional Studies - Northwestern School of Professional Studies

Career Outcomes

Project managers can work in nearly any industry, from real estate to construction, education, and government. Whether you are running a small business or organizing large events, effective project management is crucial to success. Project management skills are highly sought after by employers and leaders, and the skills you gain from project management training can help you do your job better or pivot into a new position.

“Project management is both a role and a skillset – I view it as a core competency for every professional.”

— Lisa-Ann Barnes, Industry Expert and Faculty Advisor

Key Competencies

  ^{Budgeting and Planning}

  ^{Business Analysis}

  ^{Risk Assessment}

  ^{Effective Communication}

  ^{Stakeholder Management}

  ^{Developing Your Team}

  ^Evaluation

  ^{Issue Resolution}