Project Management Certificate

High-Quality Courses to Help You Become a Better Project Manager

Our online Project Management Certificate program is designed to sharpen your project management skills and deepen your understanding of essential strategies and methodologies.

You'll learn to plan and manage projects using standard Project Management Institute (PMI)® methodology while building a solid foundation for project success by applying the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) framework. You'll also learn the Earned Value Project Management (EVPM) methodology for monitoring projects to ensure time and cost efficiency and quality outcomes.

certificate Requirements

To earn a professional certificate in Project Management, participants must:

  • Complete the four required courses (course fee: $599 per course)
  • Complete all coursework with a final grade of C or better
  • Submit a one-time certificate fee of $45

Learn more about the University of San Diego's Professional and Continuing Education Certificate Benefits and Policies.

Schedule & Fees

Required Courses

All courses from this stream are required for completion of this certificate
Course Date Units Price
The Stakeholder & Team Performance Domains [PMP-X857] 17 Jan 202306 Mar 2023 2 $599

17 Jan 202306 Mar 2023

2

$599

Online Fixed-Date

Marie Struttmann

This Project Management overview course will explore specific concepts related to the 7th edition of the PMBOK®, aligned with the 12 principles of project management and eight project performance domains critical for the effective delivery of project outcomes.

Once you have enrolled in your course, log in to your account to access the course Welcome Letter, which includes directions on how to access the Online Orientation and your online course.

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The Development Approach and Life Cycle & Planning Domains [PMP-X858] 07 Mar 202324 Apr 2023 2 $599

07 Mar 202324 Apr 2023

2

$599

Online Fixed-Date

Robert Key

This Project Management overview course will explore specific concepts related to the 7th edition of the PMBOK®, aligned with the 12 principles of project management and eight project performance domains critical for the effective delivery of project outcomes.

NOTE: To register for this course you must be enrolled or have successfully completed: PMP-X857, Stakeholder and Team Performance Domains.

Once you have enrolled in your course, log in to your account to access the course Welcome Letter, which includes directions on how to access the Online Orientation and your online course.

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The Project Work & Delivery Domains [PMP-X859] 17 Jan 202306 Mar 2023 2 $599

17 Jan 202306 Mar 2023

2

$599

Online Fixed-Date

Marie Struttmann

This Project Management overview course will explore specific concepts related to the 7th edition of the PMBOK®, aligned with the 12 principles of project management and eight project performance domains critical for the effective delivery of project outcomes.

NOTE: To register for this course you must be enrolled or have successfully completed course(s): PMP-X857 Stakeholder and Team Performance Domains and PMP-X858 Life Cycle and Planning.

Once you have enrolled in your course, log in to your account to access the course Welcome Letter, which includes directions on how to access the Online Orientation and your online course.

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The Measurement & Uncertainty Domains [PMP-X860] 07 Mar 202324 Apr 2023 2 $599

07 Mar 202324 Apr 2023

2

$599

Online Fixed-Date

Marie Struttmann

This Project Management overview course will explore specific concepts related to the 7th edition of the PMBOK®, aligned with the 12 principles of project management and eight project performance domains critical for the effective delivery of project outcomes.

NOTE: To register for this course you must be enrolled or have successfully completed course(s): PMP-X857 Stakeholder and Team Performance Domains, PMP-X858 Life Cycle and Planning, and PMP-X859 Project Work and Delivery.

Once you have enrolled in your course, log in to your account to access the course Welcome Letter, which includes directions on how to access the Online Orientation and your online course.

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Recommended/Optional for Beginners (Outside the Certificate Track)

Course Date Units Price
Project Management Fundamentals [PMP-X804F] Registration Starts 1/1/2023 1 $379

Registration Starts 1/1/2023

1

$379

1/1/2023

Online Self-Paced

Malachi L.R. Walker

This course provides continuing education for those seeking a hands-on approach to gaining project management skills and methodologies.

Once you have enrolled in your course, log in to your account to access the course Welcome Letter, which includes directions on how to access the Online Orientation and your online course.

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$45

$2,441

Scholarships for Business Professionals

A scholarship for this certificate and a selective group of other certificates is available. This scholarship was created in honor of an employee and lifelong learner here at the University of San Diego's Professional and Continuing Education, Marcia Sue Rathfon.

On her behalf, we are offering scholarships to those individuals seeking to continue their education in the areas of K-12 education and business while encouraging the concept that learning never stops.

To apply, please complete the following application.

Learning Method Information

Online Fixed-Date

Online Fixed-Date: Online fixed-date courses offer a convenient, yet rigorous style of learning that enables you to collaborate with your instructor and other students in a shared, online learning environment. These courses have fixed start and finish dates, but as an online student you will have 24/7 online access to your classroom assignments, syllabus and course resources. Our online fixed-date courses allow you to work on your assignments anytime, although you are required to complete the assignments by specific dates.

How is the learning structured? In an online fixed-date course, you and your classmates will proceed through the curriculum together, collaborating in a shared learning experience. Each online fixed-date course is asynchronous, meaning that you can work on your assignments anytime, although required to complete the assignments by specific dates. The course is designed with learning modules where all of the content is grouped into weekly assignments. Each module covers one or more topics. Within each of the learning modules, you can expect the following components:

  • Module introduction that outlines what you can expect to learn in the module.
  • Required readings (textbook, articles, journals, etc.) and presentations (audio and/or video).
  • Assignments with due dates (which may include: written assignments, journal entries, research, blogs, etc.) based on the readings and presentations.
  • Discussion forum where you answer prompts from the instructor and interact with your classmates.
  • Module conclusion to review the topics and what you should have learned.
  • Typically, there is a final project, paper, or exam due in the last module that culminates all of the topics covered in each of the learning modules. You'll find that the design of the learning modules has a rhythm to help you manage your time in the course.

What You Will Learn

This multi-course certificate program provides a high-quality learning experience focused on such essential issues as:

  • Overall project management including introduction, integration, scope and stakeholder management
  • Project scheduling, cost assessment/analysis and risk management
  • Effective project communication
  • Principles of agile project management
  • Project quality, procurement and closure protocols

Who Should Attend

Taught by experienced faculty instructors in a convenient and flexible online format, this series of online project management courses is ideal for:

  • Those seeking a hands-on approach to gaining project management skills
  • Individuals preparing to take the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam
  • PMP credential holders seeking to earn professional development credit units

Benefits

Here are some of the most compelling reasons to enroll in the University of San Diego's Project Management Certificate program:

  • Learn best practices in the project management profession.
  • Gain direct insight into applying them to your actual day-to-day project work or future aspirations.
  • Explore the five processes or phases in a project management plan (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling and closing).
  • Better understand the value of stakeholder and resource management when developing a project management plan and assembling a team.
  • Learn strategies for mobilizing executive-level support and organization-wide support to help ensure project success.
  • Describe and understand the best approach for estimating your project costs and mapping the project costs with your schedule management plan to create a time phased budget.
  • Develop an understanding of different contract types and strategies for evaluating the variables involved in selecting third-party partners.
  • Recognize the difference between predictive and agile approaches to project management.

Testimonials

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the University of San Diego's Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Careers Outlook

Employment opportunities in the business and finance field are expected to grow by over 750,000 new jobs by 2030 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). With so many new and emerging opportunities, employers are going to have to compete heavily to attract and retain the most talented and educated business professionals.

This makes furthering your education and diversifying your business skillset all the more important. With expertise in a wide variety of business concepts, you will not only be well suited for many job roles, you will also be in demand by the employer of your choosing.

Industry Insights

8 %

Job growth

$78800

Average business manager salary


Career Opportunities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What if I need help enrolling in a course, or I need more information on a course?

If you experience issues enrolling, or have questions, complete our Contact Us Form or call our Enrollment and Student Services team between 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (PST), M-F, at (619) 260-4585 or toll free at (888) 321-6658.

How do I request an Official Transcript?

Transcripts can be ordered online via your student account. For more detailed information, please visit the Student Transcript Request Page

What type of credit am I earning?

The credit earned is considered Graduate Level Extension Credit, in semester hours (1 semester hour= 15 contact hours). The credit earned is usually used for salary advancement, credential renewing and/or recertification. Graduate Level Extension credit is not usually transferrable towards a degree. Prior district approval is highly recommended and the responsibility of the student if using the units towards salary advancement, credential renewing and/or recertification.

I need more time to finish my Self-Paced course, what do I do?

Independent Study Self-Paced courses – USD allows 9 months from the date of registration to complete an independent study formatted course and submit all completed course work for evaluation.

Online Self-Paced courses – USD allows 6 months from the date of registration to complete an online self-paced formatted course and submit all assignments for evaluation within this period

If you need additional time and would like to make an extension request, contact us prior to your upcoming deadline at continuinged@sandiego.edu or call between 8:30AM – 5:00PM (PST), M-F, at (619)260-4585 or toll free at (888)321-6658 for a one-time extension. If an extension is granted, it is final.

Classroom, Online Fixed-Date, and Credit Validation formatted courses do not allow for any additional time to complete assignments.

Where can I get directions to my course classroom?

The address for classroom courses are provided at the section level detail on the course page. Once you know the address, we recommend you use Google Maps. Otherwise please contact the ESS during business hours of 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST), M-F, at (619) 260-4585 or toll free at (888) 321-6658.

What are your registration/drop/refund policies?

Click here for complete details regarding our refund, drop and transfer policies

How can I receive a receipt for tax purposes?

A payment confirmation is automatically sent via email once you have registered and paid for a course through the website, please save these receipts for tax purposes. In addition, you can access receipts in your Student Account, Account History.

Can I be notified when a course section opens for enrollment?

Yes, on the course page, click on Request Information and you will be notified by email when enrollment is open for the course or you can complete the Course Inquiry form

Why USD?

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