10-18-2020, 09:49 AM
I did start the MS ITM through WGU (just not where my 'professional passion' lies). As Merlin said it is more a management degree than hands on IT based. However, without having some solid work experience in IT some of the courses could be a challenge; some are very IT problem driven (not everything can be related back to a once read over of The Phoenix Project). I would recommend the WGU MS ITM program to someone with existing hands on IT experience who was looking to move up in IT Management - including IT project management.
With that said, I too working in Project Management and did also begin Walden MBA Project Management (Tempo) that bjcheung77 mentioned as well - in the end I just don't have any interest in an MBA (I already have a BSBA, and it was more of the 'same old stuff' to me). I also decided that I already have the PM experience and can study for the PMP on my own, so that is the route I'm taking. I will say this program seems a better fit for you based on the posts you've made throughout this forum to date. You will get very good mileage out of an MBA; and it will align with your PM goals (without limiting you to only the IT Field). In the end getting your PMP will outweigh any Project Management specific degree you may pursue.
Another option you may want to look into is Amberton; they have global accreditation for PM from PMI (the best you can get for PM). They offer very affordable programs including an MBA in Project Management and a MS Agile Project Management.
Like my bachelor degree it took me a few tries (and unfortunately more than a few 'wasted' dollars) to find my match and getting it done. I'm glad to say that it has taken me less years (2) to find my niche for my master than it took for my bachelor (25+). What I've learned is that when it comes to your master you need to choose wisely; not just for professional goals but truly study the path that fills you on a personal level. Any bachelor may 'check a box', but a master degree is part of what defines you.
With that said, I too working in Project Management and did also begin Walden MBA Project Management (Tempo) that bjcheung77 mentioned as well - in the end I just don't have any interest in an MBA (I already have a BSBA, and it was more of the 'same old stuff' to me). I also decided that I already have the PM experience and can study for the PMP on my own, so that is the route I'm taking. I will say this program seems a better fit for you based on the posts you've made throughout this forum to date. You will get very good mileage out of an MBA; and it will align with your PM goals (without limiting you to only the IT Field). In the end getting your PMP will outweigh any Project Management specific degree you may pursue.
Another option you may want to look into is Amberton; they have global accreditation for PM from PMI (the best you can get for PM). They offer very affordable programs including an MBA in Project Management and a MS Agile Project Management.
Like my bachelor degree it took me a few tries (and unfortunately more than a few 'wasted' dollars) to find my match and getting it done. I'm glad to say that it has taken me less years (2) to find my niche for my master than it took for my bachelor (25+). What I've learned is that when it comes to your master you need to choose wisely; not just for professional goals but truly study the path that fills you on a personal level. Any bachelor may 'check a box', but a master degree is part of what defines you.
Amberton - MSHRB
TESU - ASNSM/BSBA
TESU - ASNSM/BSBA
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