Project Management Certification Courses

The demand for skilled project management professionals continues to increase exponentially across industries. Those with a PMP certificate report higher salaries of up to 33%, according to PMI®’s Earning Power Salary Survey. To get started in the field or brush up on your project management skills, enroll in an introductory project management course led by a working expert. Our Drexel-made project management training is offered online via live remote delivery for the fall term. Seats are limited, so sign up today.

Thinking about professional certification? One leading not-for-profit membership organization has set the gold standard for excellence in project management training across industries: the Project Management Institute (PMI®). Made up of more than 1,000,000 credential holders, volunteers and trained project professionals, PMI issues highly renowned certificates—Project Management Professional (PMP®) for experienced individuals and Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM^®) for beginner practitioners.

Recognized worldwide, gaining your PMI® certification tells employers that you are a leader who can successfully manage teams and direct projects. For employers, having PMI®-certified project managers helps your organization meet its goals, increase productivity and complete more projects on budget.

Ready to take the next big step in your career? Our courses prepare you to take PMI®'s exams and become Project Management certified. Enroll in Practical Project Management to get started on the journey towards certification.

Practical Project Management for the Working Professional (PMCE 5095) - Virtual

Dates: Thursday, November 14 & Thursday, November 21 2024
Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $1200.00
CEUs: 1.6
PDUs: 16

Practical Project Management is a 14-hour boot-camp that teaches innovative project management concepts and techniques. This training builds upon the competencies presented in PMI®'s internationally recognized A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK^® Guide), providing proven methods to enable and enhance traditional management approaches. By focusing on these high-return concepts and tools, you will expand your knowledge and skills, becoming an advanced project leader ready to succeed in real-world initiatives.

Whether you’re a full-time project manager or have a fundamental understanding of project management, this course helps you gain a better understanding of the latest trends and best practices to improve job performance and growth opportunities.

Upon completion of the course, you:

Gain a fundamental understanding of project management
Learn and practice core and advanced project management tools and approaches above and beyond those taught in traditional Project Management Professional (PMP^®) classes
Supplement your current talents and skills to prepare you for greater responsibilities and growth

Goodwin College of Professional Studies is proud to announce our partnership with Project Management Institute (PMI) Delaware Valley Chapter to offer live, virtual, instructor-led courses to assist you with preparing for the PMP and CAPM certifications.

PMCE 4985 CAPM Exam Preparation course

Dates:
- Winter 2025 Sessions: February 8, 15, 22, 2025
- Summer 2025 Sessions: June 7, 21, 28, 2025
- Fall 2025 Sessions: September 27, October 4, 11, 2025
Location: Zoom
CEUs: 3.5
Cost: Members = $750 / Non-Members = $960

This 24-hour preparation course meets the 23-hour requirement to apply to take CAPM Exam and is intended for those who are new to project management, or who have less than the practical experience needed to take the PMP Exam. The focus is on how best to prepare, study for, and take the CAPM credential examination. A review of material normally covered in the exam will be presented. Students will receive sample questions of the type given on the exam. The PMP 35 education hours requirement is waived for CAPM certification holders.

What you will Learn:

Day 1

Certification Overview
CAPM Handbook

Day 2

Project Time Management-includes content review and exercise/practice test
Project Cost Management-includes content review and exercise/practice test
Project Quality Management-includes content review and exercise/practice test
Project Resource Management-includes content review and exercise/practice test

Day 3

Project Communications Management-includes content review and exercise/practice test
Project Risk Management-includes content review and exercise/practice test
Project Stakeholder Management-includes content review and exercise/practice test
Course Review and Test Prep Strategies

PMCE 5097 PMP Exam Preparation course

Dates:
- Winter 2025 Sessions: December 3, 5, 10, 12, 2024
- Summer 2025 Sessions: July 12, 19, 26, August 9, 16, 2025
- Fall 2025 Sessions: September 27, October 4, 11, 25, November 1, 2025
Location: Zoom
CEUs: 3.5
Cost: Members = $1,121 / Non-Members = $1,435

This intense, 35-hour preparation course contains five modules that immerse you in real-world scenarios, representing various industries and project management situations to help you practice applying principles and concepts at work. This course meets the 35-hour requirement to apply to take PMP Exam and is intended for those who are experienced in project management, or who have already taken project management courses. The focus is on how best to prepare, study for, and take the PMP credential examination. A review of material normally covered in the exam will be presented. Successful completion of this course ensures that students will meet the 35-hour education requirement to apply for and take the PMP exam and that their education will not be subject to audit.

As a PMI member you receive a discount on the PMP prep course, the PMP exam, the ability to download a free digital copy of the PMBOK guide and can become a member of the local chapter (DVC) to attend a 5-week free study group.

Become a PMI Member

What you will Learn

Module 1 - Creating a High Performing Team
Module 2 - Keeping Your Team on Track
Module 3 - Getting Started with Your Project
Module 4 - Doing the Work
Module 5 - Keeping the Business in Mind

Meet the instructors

Requirements to sit for PMP exam:

A four-year degree
36 months leading projects
35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification

— OR —

A high school diploma or an associate degree (or global equivalent)
60 months leading projects
35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification

Self-paced Project Management Courses

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