Program Overview

Project Management Fundamentals Program

The Project Management Fundamentals program is designed for professionals without formal project management training. It offers essential, practical instruction in today’s key methodologies, providing a solid foundation for effective project management.

Program Highlights

• Master essential training in common project management methodologies.
• Develop useful skills for best practice implementation.
• Learn from top industry professionals.

Our noncredit program is designed for professionals without formal project management training. It offers essential, practical instruction in today’s key methodologies, providing a solid foundation for effective project management.

These versatile skills will enhance your career prospects across various industries, improve team collaboration, and boost productivity. Mastering these abilities can lead to promotions and higher salaries, significantly increasing your earning potential and accelerating your career growth.

Expand your career opportunities, achieve your professional goals, and connect with industry professionals with the Project Management Fundamentals program.

Overview

Our Project Management Fundamentals program consists of six individual classes focusing on project management fundamentals. Students who complete all six classes will be awarded the Project Management Fundamentals Program digital badge and will earn PDUs through individual classes or the comprehensive six-class program.

The program can be completed in just six weeks, with each class building on the previous one. Alternatively, students can spread the coursework over multiple semesters. We offer flexible options to fit any learning pace and schedule. Our student success team will assist students with progress tracking and provide support throughout the program.

• Beginners: Start with Foundations of Project Management and Strategies and Best Practices for Project Management to establish a solid foundation in project management principles.
• Experienced Professionals: Choose classes independently to focus on specific topics or fill knowledge gaps. Join our program to enhance your skills, earn PDU credits, and advance your project management career.

Schedule

• Each class includes six hours of instruction.
• Complete the program in one or more semesters.
• Customize your class schedule by mixing and matching different formats.

Format

• Daytime: One day from 9 am to 4 pm (with a lunch break).
• Evening: Two evenings (3 hours each) from 6 pm to 9 pm.
• Schedules vary semester to semester.
• Our classes are live (not recorded) and may be offered online, or in-person.
• Classes with the same section number will be offered consecutively in the same format.

Required Classes

• PROED 540 Foundations of Project Management
• PROED 541 Strategies and Best Practices for Project Management
• PROED 542 Advanced Practices in Agile and Scrum
• PROED 543 Risk, Scope, and Resource Management
• PROED 544 Project Leadership, Teambuilding and Communication
• PROED 545 AI-Enhanced Project Management

Total Hours of Instruction: 36

Tuition

Tuition is due upon registration.

Classes are currently priced at $307* each.

• Financial aid is not available for this noncredit program. Students are encouraged to inquire with their employers to determine if tuition assistance is available.
• Tuition is subject to change.

Completion

Coursework:

• All class materials are held in Canvas.
• Attendance and participation are mandatory.
• Classes may include pre-work found in Canvas page one week before class begins.

Grading

• Classes are graded on attendance and participation.
• Students must attend full class (6 hours) to receive an S (passing grade).
• Grades will be available in your student account at the end of the semester.
• Our class offerings are not for university credit.

Next Steps

After completion of the Project Management Fundamentals Program, students may consider further certification.

Benefits

Working in project management provides a dynamic and rewarding career path characterized by diverse projects, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. The field offers financial rewards, career advancement prospects, and personal satisfaction when projects succeed and make a positive impact.

• Improved Efficiency
• Better Communication
• Risk Management
• Cost Control
• Enhanced Leadership
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Quality Management
• Networking with professional instructors and class peers

Upcoming Classes

Class Title | Next Start Date
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Foundations of Project Management | 02/10/2026
Strategies and Best Practices for Project Management | 02/17/2026
Advanced Practices in Agile and Scrum | 02/24/2026
Risk, Scope, and Resource Management | 03/03/2026
Project Leadership, Teambuilding, and Communication | 03/17/2026
AI-Enhanced Project Management | 03/24/2026