Certificate in Project Management
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Certificate in Project Management As cost control and critical time lines become more prevalent in determining the success of a project, individuals with a sound understanding of the principles and techniques of project management are essential to a project’s success. The Certificate in Project Management will provide individuals with the skills necessary to oversee projects in a wide variety of industries, including construction, oil and gas, health care, among others.
Understanding the Essentials of Project Management (XPRJ 100-1) Students in this course will be introduced to a systematic approach to projects that will provide a framework leading from concept through to planning, execution and review that can be used successfully by the entire team, regardless of the diversity of people, departments or technology involved. This course provides terminology and an overview of the entire project management process and is foundational to further project management study. Students in this course will: Be introduced to basic concepts in project management including scope development, planning and scheduling techniques;
Be introduced to project team roles and responsibilities.
Project Planning & Cost Management (XPRJ 120-3) Pre-Requisite: XPRJ 100-1 This course focuses on the processes involved in initiating a project including: Selection;
Definition of the project scale, scope and complexity;
Resource planning and allocation;
Scheduling and cost management. In this course, students will: Be provided with a framework to assess and define the scale, scope, complexity and feasibility of a project;
Be provided with a structure for the definition of project objectives and decision making;
Be provided with a framework for the allocation of resources to project activities;
Learn approaches to project scheduling;
Learn approaches to project cost management;
Learn approaches to manage change in terms of project scale, scope, complexity, resources and cost.
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Risk Assessment (XRSK 010) Risk management involves a comprehensive study and review of the loss exposure facing an organization or project. It deals with the management and with the treatment of accidental and business losses which can seriously affect an organization’s normal operation if not handled in an effective manner. Topics in this course include: Risk management techniques;
Risk identification and analysis; Property risks; Income risks; Liability risks; Personnel loss risks; Probability risks; Risk management decision making;
Capital budgeting methods. Note: Complete the two other Canadian Risk Management courses and you can get your CRM designation! Please contact us to inquire about course availability and details. Tel: 250-960-5980 Toll Free: 1-866-843-8061
Managing with MS Project (XPRJ 130-3) Pre-Requisite: XPRJ 100-1 Microsoft Project is a tool specifically designed to organize, monitor and manipulate project information. This course introduces software tools that will enhance a project manager’s ability to manage decisions, activities, schedules, budgets and other resources. In this course students will:
Learn to use the software to determine factors impacting activity schedules and analyze options to resolve any negative results.
Learn to use the software to analyze impacts of change on resources, schedules and finances;
Learn how to build and use actions and macros to test “what-if” scenarios to understand implications of decisions throughout the life of a project;
according to the needs of various stakeholders;
Learn to use integrated features to share the project information with team members, enhancing team member ability to contribute to project development, analysis and communication;
Learn how to share and analyze project information using integration with other Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Note: Students interested in an introduction to MS Project prior to participating in the course above, may like to consider participating in “Introduction to MS Project” (XSO 070). Please contact us to inquire about course availability and details. Tel: 250-960-5980 Toll Free: 1-866-843-8061
Learn how to assign budgets to activities and projects as well as track budget performance over the life of a project;
Learn how to produce reports in a variety of formats for effective communication
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Certificate in Project Management Project Teams, Development & Communications (XPRJ 140-2) Pre-Requisite: XPRJ 120-3
Project Procurement, Quality & Closing (XPRJ 150-3) Pre-Requisite: XPRJ 120-3
A successful project depends upon the contribution of a number of team members and stakeholders. The role of the project manager is critical in establishing a productive team and satisfied stakeholders for project success. This course will introduce students to the roles and responsibilities of the project manager, members of the project team, and stakeholders as well as methods to communicate effectively and responsibly to all project partners based on their individual information needs. Students in this course will: Understand the role of the project manager;
Achieving project objectives relies on the project resources meeting established quality standards based on client needs. In this course students will explore best practices in managing project quality; identify procurement processes to source project resources; learn techniques to manage the supplier relationship; and learn methods for measuring and interpreting project performance. Students in this course will: Learn a framework to establish quality standards for a project;
Understand the staffing requirements as well as the roles and responsibilities of members of the project team;
Understand group dynamics, conflict resolution and leadership techniques for the creation of a motivated, high performing team;
Learn a framework to determine project communication requirements and processes;
Learn approaches to effective communication documentation, storage and disposal.
Learn approaches to project quality testing and inspection;
Learn strategies for addressing unsatisfactory performance;
Learn a framework for procurement processes to meet established quality standards;
Learn approaches to supplier solicitation and selection;
Learn about various contract elements and approaches to managing the supplier relationship;
Learn techniques to evaluate project performance;
Learn techniques to close a project with suppliers and the client.
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The following course is not a part of the Certificate in Project Management. Preparing for the Project Management Professional designation may be of interest for some students. Eligibility criteria for the PMP designation is explained on the Project Management Institute website: www.pmi.org PMP Exam Prep (XPRJ 040) Students in this course will learn the essential information required in preparation of writing the exam for certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP). Participants will review the nine topics in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), complete practice exams and case studies, as well as develop a study strategy and game plan for writing the exam. Note: Participants in this course should be experienced project managers, should have a basic familiarity with the PMBOK, and should meet all other requirements for writing the PMP exam. Note: The cost to participate in this course is additional to the cost of the Project Management Certificate.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP) PMP is a professional credential offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). The credential is obtained by documenting 3 to 5 years of work experience in project management, completing 35 hours of project management related training and scoring within a specified percentile on an exam of written and multiple choice questions. The exam is based on the PMBOK.
-------------------------------PRE-REQUISITES Please be aware of pre-requisite courses. They must be successfully completed before the student may complete the remainder of the Certificate.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT BODY OF KNOWLEDGE The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) is an internationally recognized standard that provides the fundamentals of project management as they apply to a wide range of projects, including construction, software, engineering, automotive, etc. There are five basic process groups and nine knowledge areas that outlined in the PMBOK and are typical of almost all projects: Process Groups Initiating - Planning - Executing - Controlling & Monitoring - Closing Knowledge Areas 1. Project Integration Management 2. Project Scope Management 3. Project Time Management 4. Project Cost Management 5. Project Quality Management 6. Project Human Resource Management 7. Project Communications Management 8. Project Risk Management 9. Project Procurement Management The Certificate in Project Management incorporates all of these process groups and knowledge areas into the courses so that students are best prepared for the expectations of real world projects as well as preparing for writing the Project Management Professional certification exam.
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Certificate in Project Management APPLICATION PROCESS
COST $5,800.00 for the full program
All students interested in participating in this Certificate program must submit an application package. Each application must include: • Current resume • 1500 word essay on a topic of your choice • Computer-skills testing • Application form Admission Requirements All applicants must have the following for admission to this program: •
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A 2 year college diploma and/ or an undergraduate degree from a recognized postsecondary institution; and 2 to 3 years of related work experience.
TEXTBOOKS The cost of textbooks are in addition to the program fee. Textbooks are estimated at $100 - $150 per course.
SCHEDULE The program runs November 2010 to May 2011. Courses are scheduled in short intensive sessions with time in between for the completion of course assignments and projects. Students should be prepared to commit their full schedule during the intensive sessions to allow for group assignments, readings and other preparations. Please consult our website for the current program schedule. www.unbc.ca/continuingstudies
LOCATION Prince George, BC Terrace, BC
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ACADEMIC CREDIT Many courses in the Certificate in Project Management are Continuing Studies credit courses. These courses are potentially available to earn academic credit at UNBC. Credit earned for these courses is unspecified and is treated as elective credit hours. Students do not need to be admitted to the university or pursuing a degree at UNBC to participate in these courses.
GRADES Students who successfully complete all course requirements for credit courses will receive a PASS. Unsuccessful attempts are not recorded. Any participant in these courses who is already an academic student at UNBC, or on admission to the university, will have credit for courses successfully completed automatically transferred onto their official academic student record.
CONTACT HOURS + CREDITS XPRJ 100-1 XPRJ 120-3 XPRJ 130-3 XPRJ 140-2 XPRJ 150-3 XRSK 010
Understanding the Essentials of Project Management Project Planning and Cost Management Managing with MS Project Project Teams, Development and Communications Project Procurement, Quality and Closing Risk Assessment
Total Credits: 12
16 39 39 26 39 39
Total Contact Hours: 198
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