Franklin University Launches New Online MBA in Project Management Program

Contact:

Sherry Mercurio
Executive Director, Office of Community Relations
(614) 947-6581
Email: sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu

Franklin University, one of the leading educators of working adults, is proud to announce the launch of its new MBA in Project Management, a 100% online master’s degree program designed to prepare professionals for high-demand leadership roles in project-focused environments.

Building upon its long-standing reputation for flexible, career-forward education, Franklin’s new program offers students the ability to earn a master’s degree in project management in as few as 12 months. With a curriculum that aligns with Project Management Institute (PMI) standards, the new project management MBA equips students with real-world insights and actionable strategies that drive successful project outcomes across industries.

Key features of the new MBA in Project Management include:
•    Real-World Insights – Learn from seasoned project managers with years of practical experience.
•    PMI-Aligned Curriculum – Prepare for the PMP® exam while earning an MBA.
•    Dual Focus – Gain both leadership and project management skills for executive-level impact.
•    IACBE Accreditation – Delivered through Franklin’s high-quality, accredited business school.
•    12-Month Completion – Accelerated timeline designed for working professionals.
•    Flexible Class Scheduling – Take courses online in convenient six-week formats.

Through the online MBA in Project Management, students gain hands-on experience creating, managing, and executing business-driven project plans. Courses explore topics like strategic leadership, resource allocation, Six Sigma methodologies, stakeholder communication, and more. Students also benefit from practice assessments that help them prepare for PMP certification—a credential that, according to PMI, can increase salary potential by up to 25%.

Franklin’s MBA–Project Management Specialization expands the University’s robust catalog of online graduate programs, reinforcing its mission to provide accessible, high-quality education for adult learners. Recognized as the Best of Business winner for MBA program offerings in Columbus CEO magazine’s 17th annual reader poll, Franklin continues to be celebrated for its student-focused approach. With a seamless admissions process, personalized academic advising, and built-in flexibility, Franklin supports students every step of the way as they balance work, life, and education.

Learn more about Franklin’s new MBA–Project Management program here: franklin.edu/degrees/masters/mba-programs/project-management.

About Franklin University

Accredited, nonprofit, and dedicated to educating adults since 1902, Franklin provides onsite course options at our Main Campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio, and is an innovator in providing personalized online education. The University offers applied in-demand undergraduate, masters, and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. Through agreements with partner institutions, the University also offers international academic programs, including its top-ranked MBA.

Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds specialized accreditations for specific academic programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and Information Management Education. The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated Franklin University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE).