What you will learn
Learn skills to move into management
In the Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Project Management program, you'll build on your strong technical background, adding leadership and critical-thinking skills you'll need to take on management and supervisory roles.
The BTech Project Management concentration will lead you to develop industry relevant skills in:
- quality management
- risk analysis
- agile project management
- operations management
- managerial accounting
- innovation and business strategy
You'll also develop fundamental skills in:
- innovation, transition and change management
- effective multi-media communications
- planning and strategy development
- building effective teams
- critical thinking and problem-solving
Capstone project
In addition to maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.0 through years 3 and 4, you will need to complete a capstone project to be presented at the annual BTech Capstone Showcase.
The Capstone Showcase is attended by members of industry to introduce them to NAIT's qualified graduates. In a team of 3 or 4, you'll apply your learning and research skills to create a solution that solves a current industry problem. Students are expected to present their Capstone project face-to-face.
BTech program delivery
The BTech program is offered in a number of different ways which will determine classroom and study hours. We offer full-time and part-time options (students enrolled in three classes or more are considered full-time students). As a BTech student, you may enroll in face-to-face or online courses. Daytime and evening, in-person, courses are available, however most courses are provided online to provide student flexibility to work while learning, or network with colleagues in the industry both locally and abroad.
Once you start your first course, you will have 5 years to complete the full program. You are required to remain active in the program every academic year.
Flexible Course Options
Maintain a work-life balance while studying on the side! This program has traditional classroom and eLearning options available if you'd like to work or care for your children during the day and learn in the evening.
- All BTech courses are 15 weeks in length
- eLearning courses are 10 weeks long in the Spring term
- Capstone Project course is 30 weeks long (parts I & II combined), with a start date in the Fall or Winter terms.
In your first semester, it is recommended you take only one eLearning course, especially for those who are new to eLearning or working full time. Once you have established your learning pace, additional eLearning courses can be added the following semester.
Bachelor of Technology Concentrations
The BTech degree has been developed to help you bridge the gap between the job you started as a technologist and a career in management. To support your professional aspirations, we offer four distinct concentrations, each tailored to a specific area of management. All concentrations share a common set of core courses, while each pathway offers specialized courses to help you build expertise in your chosen field.
Whether you want to study full-time or part-time, this degree is designed to fit your schedule. Explore the details of each concentration below to find the academic path that aligns with your career goals.
General Management
Forge your unique learning path within the BTech degree, tailored for those aspiring to elevate their technical skills to new heights with comprehensive leadership and management training. Gain knowledge in the areas of operations, sustainability and project management.
Operations Management
Discover the art of teamwork and master organizational processes to deliver top-quality customer products and services. Operations Managers focus on ensuring day-to-day operations are efficient, and customer expectations are met within strategic organizational goals and technological capabilities.
Sustainability Management
Gain a holistic perspective as you engage stakeholders to drive environmental, social, and economic change, paving the way for a sustainable future. A Sustainability Manager will combine their technological and leadership knowledge to inform organizational decisions that align with science, legislations, and stakeholders/public relations.
Project Management
Develop expertise in leading, managing, or coordinating various facets of projects, equipping you for success in diverse industries. A Project Manager will combine their knowledge of project management styles with the technological knowledge of their team to ensure projects are completed on time and effectively.
Plan your Path to Success
Build your course load to suit your career aspirations. Download this PDF of BTech course maps or review the BTech course schedule for 2024-2025 academic year.
Have additional questions? Connect with the Business Information Centre.
Career Outcomes
Job Opportunities
- Construction Manager (commercial, industrial, residential)
- Engineering Manager (private sector/government – engineering and scientific research)
- Front-Line Health Supervisor
- Primary Industry Production Manager (mining, fishing, oil, forestry operations)
- Project Manager
- Senior Manager (goods, utilities, transportation, construction)
- Senior Technologist (resource, processing, applied research)
- Technology Researcher
Grad Employment Rate
Employment rates are reported by NAIT alumni, are for information purposes, and do not guarantee future employment opportunities. Please note that data for newer programs may not be included within this report.
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Take your career planning to the next level
This program can be used as a step toward earning higher credentials and/or certifications.
Further education at other institutions
Graduates can continue their studies in the following University programs:
Alberta
British Columbia
Nova Scotia
Post-secondary articulation agreements within Alberta are approved by the Alberta Council on Admissions and Transfer (ACAT). To view the details of specific agreements, please visit transferalberta.ca or contact articulations@nait.ca For questions regarding transfer agreements or to obtain a course description/outline that is no longer available on our website, please contact articulations@nait.ca.
Courses and Advanced Credit
Current and recently admitted students can find information and updates about their program on their My Program page in the MyNAIT Portal. To monitor your course progress and the courses still needed to graduate, visit your Academic Progress Report.
Advanced Credit
You may apply for advanced credit once you have been accepted into the program. Advanced credit can be Transfer Credit (for completed post-secondary courses) or PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition).
Transfer Credit
In addition to the common guidelines outlined on the Transfer and Credit Options section, your program has other advanced credit requirements that are applied to each request including:
- You must have completed the course or program no more than 10 year(s) ago unless a formalized articulation agreement is in place
- You must have a minimum mark of B- in the course(s) or program
Course(s) completed in a diploma credential will not be considered for transfer credit assessment for NAIT BTech courses.
Prior Learning and Assessment Recognition (PLAR)
Please see below for the list of courses that available for PLAR credits in this program. Please click on the specific course for more information on the evidence that is required for each course.
Please refer to the Credit for Work and Life Experience page for more information on how to apply for PLAR credits.
Read more about advanced credit or contact us about applying for credit for this program.
Build your course load to suit your career aspirations. You have the option to graduate with multiple BTech concentrations depending on how you build your course load. Download the BTech course maps and course schedule to learn more or connect with the Business Information Centre to discuss your options.
Scholarships & Awards
NAIT awards over $6 million in scholarships and bursaries to more than 4,000 students each year, with the support of donors and the government. A variety of awards are available, including ones for academics, community involvement, equity/diversity grants, bursaries for financial need, program-specific awards and more!
Learn how to apply for awards
Admission Requirements
Minimum entrance requirements
The specific academic requirements you must meet to be considered for admission. Where applicable, the minimum accepted Alberta high school courses are listed in round brackets ( ). Equivalent or higher-level courses are also accepted.
Additional requirements & considerations
Alternative entrance pathways
If you are missing one or more of the minimum entrance requirements, you may be eligible for an alternative entrance pathway. For any pathway listed below, English language proficiency is also a requirement.
Recommended courses
The following course(s) are recommended, as they provide important background for your program's content. Recommended courses are not required for admission and will not affect your application.
Post-admission requirements
Although not required for admission, you must meet the following requirement(s) in order to progress in your program.
Additional options
This program has courses that are available for Open Studies. Open Studies allows you to explore credit courses without applying to a program. It is an opportunity to get a feel for school and what program you want to be in.
Learn more about Open Studies
Dates & Deadlines
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International Applicants
This program accepts international students.
PGWP Eligibility
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), following Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requirements. Students must still meet all other PGWP eligibility requirements, including full-time and in-person study requirements.
Co-Op Work Permit
Optional Co-op: Students in this program can choose to move into a co-op pathway, which includes a mandatory co-op work practicum. International students who plan to participate in this option must apply for a co-op work permit and get approval before starting the work placement.
Learn more about PGWP and explore eligible NAIT programs.
