Project Management

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The online graduate Certificate in Project Management introduces the foundational knowledge, core frameworks, and a wide range of tools in order to be an effective project manager. Traditional, agile, and hybrid project management approaches are explored. Team leadership and communication are emphasized. The 18-credit graduate PM certificate (6 courses) focuses on the core competencies recognized by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

The Project Management certificate is ideal for individuals who aspire to or are required to manage projects but have limited formal training in the discipline of project management. Courses are designed to familiarize students with the many facets of project management to enable them to transfer the knowledge acquired to project management positions in private industry, the not-for-profit sector, as well as in local, state, and federal agencies. For more information visit the program online at www.scps.virginia.edu

Required Courses (5)

PSPM 5030 - Introduction to Project Management Credits: 3
PSPM 5200 - Project Schedule, Cost, and Budget Control Credits: 3
PSPM 5210 - Project Risk Management Credits: 3
PSPM 5230 - Leadership and Managing the Project Team Credits: 3
PSPM 5290 - Agile Project Management Credits: 3

Elective Courses (1)

PSLP 5300 - Foundations of Leadership Credits: 3
PSLP 5330 - Communication and Team Development Credits: 3
PSLP 5500 - Contemporary Issues in Leadership Credits: 3
PSPM 5005 - Quality Management: Ensuring Client Satisfaction Credits: 3
PSPM 5015 - Stakeholder Engagement and Change Management Credits: 3