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Cost: $3,750

Duration: 12 months

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Gain new skills to expertly lead & manage projects

In today's complex business environment, effective project management and leadership are crucial for organizational success. Leadership competence is now a key component of being a successful and respected project manager.

Aligned with PMI’s Global Standard – A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) Seventh Edition, our project management certificate courses are perfect for project managers of all levels and industries.

The content is relevant whether you are a project, risk, program, or portfolio manager, supporting or working with a project manager, transitioning to project management, or simply wanting to refresh your skills.

Our program covers predictive, adaptive, and hybrid approaches to project development, ensuring you can effectively contribute to any project methodology. No matter your background, our project management certificate provides the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel in a project management role, advancing your organization's goals and accelerating your career.

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Why take this program?

After successful completion of this program, you will be able to:

  • Apply leadership competencies essential for successful project management, aligning with PMI’s standards and guidelines.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in project management methodologies, including predictive, adaptive, and hybrid approaches.
  • Utilize project management tools and techniques to effectively manage projects across various industries and organizational settings.
  • Develop skills in project planning, execution, monitoring, and control to deliver successful project outcomes.
  • Enhance professional competence by acquiring knowledge and confidence necessary to transition into or excel in project management roles.

Program benefits

The project management certificate program provides you with the knowledge, skills, industry recognition and networking opportunities necessary to excel in project management roles. It enhances job prospects, improves project success rates and opens doors to new career opportunities in various industries.

We encourage you to explore credential options through the Project Management Institute (PMI) to assist with career paths beyond the certificate program.

Types of positions in project management:

  • Project Manager
  • Program Manager
  • Project Coordinator
  • Agile Coach/Scrum Master
  • Project Analyst
  • Risk Manager
  • Quality Assurance Manager
  • Procurement Manager
  • IT Project Manager

Career insight for project managers

The project manager is responsible for overall project planning, execution, monitoring and successful delivery. With an average annual salary of $80,383, they manage the project team, define project objectives, create project plans, allocate resources, track progress, manage risks and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.

Source: Indeed, 2025

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