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Project Management Certificate

You can complete USF’s redesigned Project Management Certificate program – live and totally online – in as little as 3 months! The Project Management Certificate uses real-world case studies to help you master tools and techniques critical to managing effective teams. Learn about the tools and techniques needed to plan, execute, and close projects successfully. With this knowledge, you will be able to manage projects effectively, meet deadlines, and stay within budget. 

DID YOU KNOW?

• The project management industry is expected to be worth $6.61 trillion by 2027. -Project Management Institute
• Project managers are in high demand, with an average salary of over $100,000 per year.
• Project management has a growth rate significantly higher than all other occupations, with a rate of 33% growth between 2016 and 2026. - Bureau of Labor Statistics

Curriculum & Course Details

Course 1 - Foundations of Modern Project Management
This introductory course shares vital information and insights into seven basic areas of project management, building a strong foundation for a career as an effective leader in the dynamic world of project management.

Course 2 - Leading Projects Through Execution
This class hones critical PM skills through interactive discussions of key topics: stakeholder management, leading teams, finance and financial planning, and basic process improvement tools and techniques.

Course 3 - Agile Project Management
This course, the program finale, walks participants through the seven steps of the Agile process and shows how to lead in an Agile environment that encourages accountability, teamwork and organization.

The program is taught by Project Management Professionals® (PMPs) with extensive project management application and educational experience in a variety of industries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I earn?

All three courses can be completed individually, earning a prestigious USF credential and one USF digital badge per course. OR Complete all three courses and earn the coveted USF PM Certificate credential.

Why choose USF's Project Management Certificate? 

• Earn a prestigious USF credential and add a digital badge to your social profile, including LinkedIn.
• Enjoy interactive courses that incorporate experiential learning – not lectures.
• Register on an open-enrollment basis – no application required.
• Enroll in individual classes or complete the entire certificate series.
• Take classes that fit your schedule.

Who should enroll?

Project, team or program managers • Portfolio managers • Technical leads • Quality control analysts • Systems integrators • Business systems analysts • Project team participants • Participants who want to meet their 35-hour educational requirement to sit for the PMP exam • Existing PMPs • Military personnel transitioning to civilian roles • Others interested in the growing field of project management.