Granite State College

Flexible Adult Education Programs at Granite State College

Granite State College, located in Concord, New Hampshire, provides innovative, flexible, and convenient degree programs for goal-oriented adult learners.

The college offers students several advantages, including evening and weekend classes, online degree programs, credit for prior learning, flexible credit transfer options, and several educational centers.

Granite State College has 4 regional campuses -- in Claremont, Concord, Rochester, and Conway -- that enable students to receive instruction and information, register for classes, and meet with advisers and other staff members. It also operates 5 academic centers that are located in Berlin, Lebanon, Littleton, Manchester, and Portsmouth, each of which provides classes and academic services.

Master of Science in Project Management

The Master of Science (MS) in Project Management at Granite State College is a "practice-oriented" program that helps individuals to strengthen their communication, teamwork, and analytical skills.

The program is ideal for managers who seek to improve their abilities to manage complex projects, inspire people, and achieve cost-efficient results.

Students graduate from the MS in Project Management program having been prepared to oversee all aspects of projects including human resources, cost, timelines, and workflow. They also leave the program armed with the knowledge needed to acquire certifications as Project Management Professionals.

MS in Project Management Curriculum

The Master of Science in Project Management program, which includes 30 credits of coursework, can be completed in 5 terms. The curriculum includes 9 core courses and 1 elective course.

Core courses include "Risk Management;" "Managing Project Portfolios;" "Negotiation, Contracting, and Procurement;" and "Leading Teams." Elective courses include "Global Project Management" and "Change Management and Communication."

Students participate in case studies, simulations, and team exercises that help them develop decision making and leadership skills. They also complete capstone courses in which they work in teams to apply project management principles to real-world scenarios.

Online MS in Project Management Degree Program

In keeping with its goal to meet the academic needs of adult learners, Granite State College offers rigorous, flexible, and interactive online degree programs.

In fact, students in the MS in Project Management program may take all of their classes online. This allows them to work at their own pace and communicate via e-mail, chat, and other electronic methods.

It also enables them to interact with students from diverse backgrounds who are located throughout the state of New Hampshire and other places.

Online Resources at Granite State College

Graduate students who enroll in Granite State College's online MS in Project Management program receive a full range of academic and administrative resources through the MyGranite and WebRock portals.

These online resources allow students to register for courses, access classes, view course schedules, use GSC e-mail accounts, and log into virtual libraries and other online resources.

Students can also make e-payments; request transcripts; and view their financial aid information, academic histories, and account information.

Talented and Experienced Faculty Members

Faculty members in business programs at Granite State College are "business leaders and practitioners" who have educational credentials at the master's and doctoral levels. They are also experienced at applying principles of adult learning that incorporate students' work and life experiences into classroom learning.

For example, Professor Michael Russell has over 30 years of teaching experience at the college level. Yet he also has years of experience working in the business sector as a commercial loan officer, a manager in a multi-national corporation, an official with the United States Small Business Administration, and a management consultant with the New Hampshire Small Business Development Center.

Academic Advising for Graduate Students

GSC program directors help graduate students plan their programs of study, identify and achieve their academic goals, and access the college's academic resources and support services.

Admissions Process at Granite State College

Applications for admission into Granite State College (GSC) are accepted on a "rolling basis." Therefore, students may start the M.S. in Project Management program in the fall, winter, spring, or summer terms.

Admissions criteria for the Granite State College MS in Project Management program for each student include a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher; a completed application; a 500 to 1,000 word personal statement; 2 letters of reference; a current resume; and official college transcripts.

Program Costs and Financial Assistance

Costs to attend graduate school at Granite State College include fees and tuition, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and personal expenses.

Students may qualify for several forms of financial aid including scholarships, federal loan and work study programs, and state grants.

Additional sources of aid include employer tuition assistance programs, private loans, AmeriCorps awards, and assistance for veterans and active duty military personnel.

Granite State College

Established in 1972, Granite State College serves more than 4,000 students per year. Its administrative center is located in Concord, New Hampshire, in the northeastern region of the United States.

The college provides a full-range of degree programs including the Associate in Arts program, the Associate in Science program, the Bachelor of Arts program, the Bachelor of Science program, and the Master of Science program. It also offers a post-baccalaureate teacher certification program.

As 1 of 4 institutions in the University System of New Hampshire, GSC has accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

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