The Project Management certificate program at UMBC provides experienced professionals with industry-relevant technical and soft skills. Our coursework will help you develop the critical analysis capabilities necessary to successfully complete projects and lead high-performing technical, virtual, and international teams. Upon graduation, you will demonstrate the ability to apply sound project management practices as outlined by the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Average Completion Time
- 1 year (Certificate part-time)
Credit Hours
- 12 (Certificate)
Tuition & Fees
- MD & Regional Resident: $698 per credit
- Non-Resident: $1,171 per credit
Start Date
Spring/Fall
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Tuesday, March 30 @ 6:00 pm
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Why Project Management?
A graduate certificate in Project Management will equip you with relevant and in-demand skills. As organizations become more complex, there is an increasing need for professionals who understand how to effectively see projects through to completion. Our 4-course certificate in Project Management will equip you with the skills employers are looking for.
- Our industry-based instructors combine their experience with theory to provide a rich classroom experience.
- Organizations across industries require professionals who understand how to keep projects on scope and on budget.
- Our small classes are taught with a mix of in-person and online instruction that provides students with an exceptional in-classroom experience while allowing for work-school life balance.
Why UMBC?
- UMBC is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research University (High Research Activity).
- For six years running (2009-2014), UMBC was ranked #1 in the U.S. News and World Report’s list of “national up-and-coming” universities.
- Classes are conveniently offered in the evening on UMBC’s main campus, located just five minutes from BWI Airport, with easy access to I-95 and the 695 Beltway.
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