Project Management

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Gain tools needed to develop and maintain a project with knowledge of the five Project Management Processes.

• Project templates
• Project plan and schedule using MS Project
• Project status deck
• Project integration & scope management
• Time & cost management
• Quality, HR, communications management
• Risk management
• Process group
• And more…​

​Certificate includes the following courses.  Click on the title for course overview.

• Introduction to Project Management 
• Project Management Processes 
• Project Management Knowledge Areas 

Note: Courses can be taken individually as well for skill building.

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These online courses are offered in partnership with UGOTCLASS.

• Certificate programs consist of 2 or 3 individual courses bundled together (reduced fee when bundled vs. individual courses)
• Available 24/7 within the month of the course offering. No set day or time.
• Courses consist of online readings, audio presentations, and written online discussion boards with instructor and participants.
• After enrolling expect an invitation email the Wednesday before scheduled begin date from teacher@ugotclass.org. Check “Junk” email folder.
• Certificates will be emailed from UGOTCLASS within 3 weeks after successful course completion.

Enroll by clicking the “Register Now” button above. Questions: ceonline@dmacc.edu.

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) and the Project Management Professional (PMP®) are the leading credentials for project managers across a variety of industries. This 100% online course will teach you fundamentals of the project management based on the Project Management Institute's (PMI) A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide®). By course completion, you will be fully prepared for the CAPM and PMP certifications exams and be well versed in the concepts and procedures of professional project management.

Job Outlook for Project Managers

According to a study of the job markets in 11 countries by the Anderson Economic Group (AEG), worldwide demand for project managers is expected to grow by 33% by 2027. That translates to a need for up to 22 million new project management professionals.
Many organizations expect a significant shortage of project management talent for the same time period. The automotive healthcare, infrastructure development, and green technologies industries may experience especially acute talent gaps.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), project coordinators and managers earn an average of $67,280 per year. Project managers with specialized technical skills command salaries in excess of $100,000 per year, according to the PMI.

Project Management FAQs

WHAT DOES PROJECT MANAGEMENT INVOLVE?
Generally, a "project" is a sequence of activities that results in a specific outcome, achievement or commodity. Project managers organize, launch and manage the people, processes, and resources that combine to create successful projects. Project managers may oversee the development of new or refreshed products, processes, or business centers.

IS CERTIFICATION NECESSARY FOR A PROJECT MANAGEMENT CAREER?
Certification designates a project manager as a dedicated professional who has undertaken a disciplined course of study and approaches their work in an organized and efficient manner. Data from the Project Management Institute indicates that holders of its PMP® designation earn on average $10,000 per year more than their non-certified counterparts.

WHAT ARE THE BEST CERTIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT MANAGERS?
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) and the Project Management Professional (PMP®) from the PMI are considered the premiere qualifications for project management professionals.

WHAT ARE THE LEADING INDUSTRIES FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT CAREERS?
Although nearly every industry needs project managers, technology, construction, manufacturing, professional services, energy, and healthcare are especially strong sectors for project management careers.

Course Objectives

Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep

• Understand the foundations of project management
• Learn to execute a project from start to finish
• Apprehend common project management processes and terminology
• Create project-driven budgets and timelines
• Predict and prevent risks
• Follow concepts from The Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge(PMBOK® Guide)
  Prepare to meet or exceed the educational prerequisites for the CAPM certification

Mastering Project Management with PMP® Prep

• Learn advanced project management concepts and definitions
• Understand project selection and proposal processes
• Know how to evaluate projects and take appropriate next steps
• Know how to select, plan, execute, control and complete projects
• Prepare to take and pass the Project Management Institute PMP® certification exam

Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no specific prerequisites for taking this course.

Curriculum

Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep

• PROJECT MANAGEMENT ESSENTIALS
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION
• PROJECT INTEGRATION MANAGEMENT
• PROJECT SCOPE MANAGEMENT
• PROJECT TIME MANAGEMENT
• DETERMINING / MANAGING PROJECT COSTS
• PROJECT QUALITY MANAGEMENT
• PROJECT HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
• PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT
• PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT
• PROJECT PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT
• PROJECT STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
• FINAL EXAM

Mastering Project Management with PMP® Prep

• INTRODUCTION
• PROJECT JUSTIFICATION
• PROJECT STRATEGY
• PROJECT DEFINITION
• ACTIVITY DEFINITION
• ACTIVITY ESTIMATING
• QUALITY
• ESTIMATING RESOURCES
• SCHEDULE DEVELOPMENT
• PROCUREMENT PLANNING
• RISK MANAGEMENT
• BUDGETING & BASELINE
• UNDERSTANDING STAKEHOLDERS
• BEGIN PROJECT EXECUTION
• STATUSING & FORECASTING
• PROJECT RECOVERY
• PROJECT & PHASE CLOSING
• OVERVIEW OF PMP EXAM

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These online self-paced courses are offered through a partnership with ed2go.

• Available 24/7
• Dedicated ed2go student advisor
• Payment plan option available through ed2go, call 951-319-2148 for details

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Courses Available (but not limited to):

• Mastering Project Management with Microsoft Project
• Mastering Project Management with PMP® Prep
• PMP Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®
• Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep
• The Complete Project Manager with Microsoft Project

These online self-paced courses are offered through a partnership with ed2go.

• Available 24/7
• Dedicated ed2go student advisor
• Payment plan option available through ed2go, call 951-319-2148 for details

Browse online courses

Courses Available (but not limited to):

• Project Management Fundamentals
• Project Management Professional PMP® Prep
• Project Management Applications
• High-Speed Project Management
• Nonprofit Fundraising Essentials

These online courses are offered through a partnership with ed2go.

Two Class Types:

• Instructor-Led 6-week courses
  • Available 24/7. No set class day or time
  • 2 lessons released each week (4 hours per week of work)
  • Written online discussion board with instructor and participants
• Self-Paced 3-Month Course
  • Available 24/7
  • NO discussion with instructor or participants

If final test score on 1st attempt is 70% or better, student prints certificate.

Enroll by clicking the “Browse online courses” link above. Questions: ceonline@dmacc.edu.