Project Management Certificate

The Project Management Certificate program equips you with the skills you need to succeed in project leadership. The flexible format and carefully designed curriculum cover both the technical side of project management and the people skills that make projects run smoothly.

You’ll get practice using industry-standard tools and techniques to build confidence in strategic planning, leading teams, managing resources, and carrying out projects effectively. With our hands-on approach, you’ll gain a solid understanding of the entire project life cycle—from the first idea to a successful finish.

This certificate is not affiliated with PMI's PMP® (Project Management Institute's Project Management Professional certification) and does not serve as exam preparation. However, it includes 42 instructional hours, fulfilling the 35-hour education/training requirement needed to sit for the exam. Please visit the PMI website directly for more information on their exam requirements.

The purpose of the Project Management Certificate is to give learners significant knowledge and sufficient skills to take on the responsibility of managing a project for the first time and to enhance the abilities of managers who are already leading projects. The certificate is not a "certification" level of study nor is it a preparation series for those wishing to take the PMI PMP® (Project Management Institute's Project Management Professional certification) exam.

How to get started

Registering for the Certificate declares your intention to complete it and gives you access to the Project Management Certificate Hub on Canvas. To begin your coursework, register for Fundamentals of Project Management. You can then take the other three required classes in any order that works for you. You must complete all four classes within a two-year period.

At a glance

Who

Whether you are a seasoned professional or embarking on a new career path, this program will elevate your project management capabilities to new heights. Unlock your potential to spearhead complex initiatives, inspire collaborative teams, and deliver exceptional results, time and again.

Invest in your professional growth today and embark on a transformative journey towards project management excellence with our certificate program.

What

The Project Management Certificate consists of four classes. We recommend starting with the Fundamentals course and completing the remaining courses in the order that works for your schedule.

Required Course List

• Fundamentals of Project Management
• Agile Scrum Project Management
• Change Management for Projects
• Strategic Project Management: Optimizing Resources and Navigating Risks

When

Classes are 6-12 hours. These hours are divided into full or half-days of live online instruction, or a blend of live and self-paced learning.

Where

All classes are delivered online using Zoom and Canvas platforms.

Cost

The total cost for the certificate — four required courses — currently ranges from $1,960-$2,360, depending on the profit or nonprofit status of the learner's organization. Government entities may also use the nonprofit rate. Please see the individual course listings for exact pricing. 

Continuing Education Credits

Earn 4.2 CEUs, equal to 42 instructional hours for the full certificate.