Project Management Certificate Program

The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification was created and is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI). It demonstrates that you are competent when it comes to managing projects, including specific aspects like budgets, goals, and teams.

An overview of Project Management will be covered including addressing the three major processes of project management, planning, scheduling, and control. 

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

There will be discussion on many of the sub-processes that contribute to the major steps. A small case example will also be provided for hands-on discussion. 

Students and professionals who complete this program:

  • will learn to improve their leadership skills
  • gain a better understanding of the ethical issues surrounding Project Management
  • learn the basics of Agile Project Management
  • improve skills in Quality Management
  • and more.

Outcomes

What You’ll Do

The program is designed for those looking to take on leadership roles by increasing their knowledge and skills in planning, scheduling, and management.

Once you’ve earned a project management certificate, you can work as a:

  • Project Coordinator/Manager (in fields such as law, health care, corporate, government, military, nonprofit, engineering, and IT)
  • Portfolio and Program Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Project Director
  • Product Owner
  • Project Manager Consultant

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