Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Seattle , United States
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Project Management
Area of study
Business and Administration
Education type
Fully Online
Course Language
English
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Project Management from City University of Seattle provides comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in project management across various industries. Through a curriculum of five core courses, students gain expertise in project planning, financial management, risk assessment, and leadership.
Program Outline
Graduate Certificate in Project Management - City University of Seattle
Degree Overview:
- This graduate certificate program provides students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in project management across various professional fields and industries.
- By focusing on the fundamental concepts and principles outlined by the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), the program prepares individuals for successful leadership roles and project management careers across a diverse range of business domains, including:
- Technology
- Healthcare
- Military
- Trades
- Marketing
- Manufacturing
- By completing a series of intensive courses that delve into diverse areas like project scope management, financial principles, risk assessment and mitigation, integration strategies, leadership best practices within project environments, program participants gain valuable knowledge and experience that can enhance career advancement opportunities in various sectors.
Outline:
- Total Credit: 18 Credits
- Program Format:
- Available both Online and on-site
- Completion Time is as fast as one year
- Program Structure: The curriculum is structured around 5 core courses: 1. Project Financial Management (3 Credits): Participants gain an in-depth understanding of crucial project financial principles. Managing Risks: Project and Business (3 Credits): The course focuses on identifying, evaluating risks, and mitigating potential challenges across projects and business domains. Participants will learn the critical aspects of risk analysis, planning for potential contingencies within a risk framework and employing risk-management strategies that enhance overall project success rates, while minimizing uncertainty within projects. 5 . Project Managers as Change Agents (3). 5 .
Teaching:
Teaching Methods
- A variety of learning methodologies are used in order to provide a rich learning experience, including:
- Case study analysis and application Guest speakers
- Hands-on exercises Individual and collaborative projects
- Faculty
- Faculty is comprised of experienced professionals who possess extensive industry expertise and academic knowledge, ensuring participants gain insights and knowledge from real-world practitioners.
Unique Approaches:
- Capstone Project: Students complete an individual or collaborative capstone Project that integrates all learned concepts and allows participants to apply project-management knowledge and skills to a simulated real-time organizational scenario or industry-specific problem that is relevant for their career aspirations, providing valuable hands-on experience.
- Industry Partnerships: CityU has partnered with leading industry organizations, allowing program students the opportunity to network, engage in mentorship programs with industry professionals while enriching and broadening their career opportunities.
Careers:
- Skills Gained: The course equips participants with the knowledge needed to lead, organize, plan, and implement various types and scales of projects across diverse sectors and professional settings. This fosters advanced project leadership, communication, time-management skills, problem-solving, conflict-management skills.
Career Opportunities
The graduate certificate unlocks opportunities for advancement and leadership roles across diverse industries such as finance, marketing, and technology. Potential job opportunities include:
- Project manager
- Business program director
- Business consultant
Other:
- This certificate can be a stepping-stone to a master of science in project management.
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
For U.S. Students:
- A completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree is required to apply.
For International Students:
- International students are also required to have a completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree.
- Additionally, international students must meet one of the following English proficiency requirements:
- A score of 550 or above on the paper-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
- A score of 79 or above on the internet-based TOEFL.
- A score of 6.5 or above on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic Module.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- All applicants are required to meet one of the following English proficiency requirements:
- A score of 550 or above on the paper-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
- A score of 79 or above on the internet-based TOEFL.
- A score of 6.5 or above on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic Module.
Please note:
- Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission to the Graduate Certificate in Project Management program. The admissions committee takes a holistic approach to evaluating applicants, considering factors such as academic performance, work experience, and personal statement.
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