Project Management MBA

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Project Manager

The role of the Project Manager is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Project... see more Manager will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. Project managers are usually responsible for directing and managing project development from beginning to end. They define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Should also be able to develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents. Sometimes they need to determine and assess need for additional staff and delegate tasks and responsibilities to them. Ultimately a Project manager needs to be able to build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.