Columbia University School of Professional Studies (SPS) seeks candidates for the role of Adjunct Lecturer to teach Project Planning, Scheduling, and Control, a graduate-level course in the M.S. in Project Management program.
This course provides a comprehensive foundation in planning, scheduling, and controlling projects across diverse industries. Students will learn the principles, methods, and quantitative tools used to develop work breakdown structures, establish project baselines, and apply critical path method (CPM) analysis to identify, sequence, and manage project activities. Emphasis is placed on integrating cost, schedule, and resource planning, as well as applying monitoring and control techniques to track progress and manage risks. Coursework includes hands-on experience with widely used project management platforms such as Microsoft Project and Oracle Primavera, alongside case studies that connect theory to practice. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to design and implement effective project schedules, analyze performance using earned value and related metrics, and apply control strategies to keep projects on time and within scope.ResponsibilitiesLead in-person class lectures, instructional activities, and classroom discussionsEvaluate student work and assignmentsMonitor student concerns and inquiries and serve as the first point of contact for student questionsHold weekly office hoursPrepare, maintain, and enhance the course in Canvas, Columbia University’s learning management systemAdjunct Lecturers who are new to SPS must complete Canvas trainingAttend program faculty meetingsIf assigned to design the course, additional responsibilities include:Develop course objectives that align with program-wide learning outcomesCreate activity maps tying course activities to objectives, ensuring industry relevanceDraft a detailed syllabus (course description, schedule, grading rubric, and assessments) for review and approval by the Program Curriculum Committee and the Committee on Instruction (COI)Collaborate with Instructional Design to develop course materials through a consultative process. This includes partnering on course development (aligning objectives, materials, and assessments), creating dynamic instructional media (videos, infographics, and interactive resources), maintaining established courses with updates and troubleshooting, and receiving just-in-time assistance for targeted needsServing as an Adjunct Lecturer provides an outstanding opportunity to educate and mentor students as well as to form a rewarding professional relationship with Columbia University’s world-class faculty.
