Program Overview

Project Management Capstone

Course Description

The Project Management Capstone course provides hands-on training and experience on the project management framework and foundation using a real-life, single project from start to finish. This course maximizes learning potential on project management processes across all five stages within the project life cycle.

Course Details

• Course Code: MGMT X 444.6
• Duration: As few as 11 weeks
• Units: 4.0
• Formats: In Person, Online, Live Online
• Cost: Starting at $1,100.00

What You Can Learn

• Develop a business case, a feasibility study, a project charter, a project management plan, a requirements document, a project scope statement document, a WBS, a schedule, a budget, a risk register, a stakeholder register, final closure report, and lessons learned report
• Integrate Agile and Waterfall methodologies and tools within the same project for on-time delivery
• Develop project baselines and documents utilizing concepts of progressive elaboration and rolling wave planning while managing project quality and risk features
• Utilize Earned Value Management and integrated change control processes as core techniques in monitoring and controlling key performance indicators throughout the lifecycle of the project
• Deliver value by developing information radiators, practicing stand-up meetings, story points, and task management with tools, techniques, and templates provided in the course

About This Course

This course provides interactive training on the project management framework and foundation using a single project from start to finish spanning across all five phases in a project life cycle. Students work in groups as consultants and apply hands-on experience using a real-life project starting from initiation to closing to maximize learning potential in project management. The concepts learned during the course could be applied to any project within any industry and with varying complexities, putting a sharper focus on the people, processes, tools, techniques, and technologies needed to successfully execute projects and meet customer expectations. This course helps you gain knowledge towards the PMP Exam by PMI and qualifies for the required 35 Contact Hours or PDU's to apply for or maintain an existing PMP certification.

Prerequisites

• Completion of MGMT X 444.1 Fundamentals of Project Management course required to have knowledge of basic concepts and terminology to be used in this Capstone course.

Schedules

Spring 2026 Schedule

• Date: March 30 - June 8
• Time: Monday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
• Instructor: Helena Geraci
• Format: In Person
• Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
• Fee: $1,100.00

Summer 2026 Schedule

• Date: June 22 - August 31
• Time: Monday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
• Instructor: Helena Geraci
• Format: In Person
• Location: Westwood
• Fee: $1,100.00

Course Requirements

• Book: Process Groups: A Practice Guide by Project Management Institute PMI
• Internet Access: Required to retrieve course materials

Programs This Course Applies To

Project Management Certificate

Acquire comprehensive training in project planning, execution, and control, seamlessly integrating critical project components such as schedule, cost, quality, risk, and leadership in alignment with Project Management Institute (PMI) guidelines. Formats: Online | In-Person

Project Management with Concentration in Agile Certificate

Enhance traditional project management practices with Agile approaches to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving workplace. Formats: Online | In-Person

Project Management with Concentration in Lean Six Sigma Certificate

Learn project management process improvements emphasizing efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. Formats: Online | In-Person