Project Management, C.A.S.

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The online Certificate of Advanced Studies (C.A.S.) in Project Management equips students with essential skills for managing projects effectively. Through a blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning, the program covers topics such as project planning, risk management, communication, and business aspects of project management. Graduates are prepared for careers as project managers, team members, or managers in various industries, with high demand and earning potential.

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Degree Overview:

• Overview: The online certificate of advanced studies (C.A.S.)
in project management provides skills for creating project plans, managing schedules and budgets, identifying risks, and communicating status reports. It can be a valuable investment in one's career, as project managers are in high demand and can earn high salaries. The program is offered fully online with a blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning, allowing for flexibility in completing coursework.
• Objectives: Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
• Understand the importance of project management in various organizational and global cultures and strategies.
• Select an appropriate project management approach and develop a project management plan.
• Utilize appropriate communication methods and tools.
• Understand the critical factors for project team formation and operations.
• Understand procurement, supply chain management, finance, cost management, and other business aspects of project management.

Outline:

• Content: The program covers the following topics:
• Importance of project management in various organizational and global cultures and strategies
• Key determinants of success in various project management approaches
• Tools for defining, coordinating, and measuring project activities
• Risk management
• Communication methods and tools
• Project team formation and operations
• Procurement, supply chain management, finance, cost management, and other business aspects of project management
• Structure: The program consists of 15 credits, including core and elective courses.
Students must complete the core course, PPM 610 Project Management Fundamentals, and choose four of the following elective courses:
• PPM 612 Project Planning
• PPM 613 Agile Project Management
• PPM 615 Schedule Development and Management
• PPM 628 Opportunity and Risk Management
• PPM 629 Procurement and Stakeholder Management

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program utilizes a blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning.
Asynchronous learning allows students to complete coursework on their own time, while synchronous learning provides opportunities for live interaction with the professor and classmates.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: The program prepares students for careers in project management.
Graduates may work as project managers, team members, or managers in various industries.
• Opportunities: Project managers are in high demand and can command high salaries.
• Outcomes: The program can lead to career advancement and increased earning potential.