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6 Weeks

PROGRAM LENGTH

$2,500.00*

Payment Plan Available

TOTAL TUITION

Payment Plan Details: Enrollment requires a minimum deposit of $500. Installment payments will begin 30 days after the course start date. Connect with an admissions counselor to explore the payment plan available to you.

What Does A Project Manager Do?

The role of a Project Manager is to oversee an entire project from start to finish for an organization. They are responsible for planning, executing, and ensuring the project gets completed. In addition to managing the project’s resources, they oversee the teams and employees.

A Project Manager is also responsible for maintaining communication between the various teams, workers, and clients throughout the project’s entirety. This could include informing a team when another team completes a portion of the project to communicate with stakeholders about the project’s status.

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Where Does A Project Manager Work?

Project Managers can work across a variety of industries including construction, engineering, computer systems, architecture and a variety of business fields. Because of this wide variety of industries, a project manager’s work environment can be dependent on the field. 

Many Project Managers work remotely or in a traditional office environment. Others may work onsite for projects while still having an office location if needed. 

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Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

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Course registration & payment

Training Materials Provided

Expert-led video based training

Textbook: PMBOK 7th Edition

Competency assessments

National Certification exam fee

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Outcomes

In the United States, the average salary of a project manager is $98,420 each year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This statistic depends on the location and certification of the Project Manager. At major companies, like Apple and Worley, Project Managers can make approximately $135,000. 

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the industries with the most project managers are:

  • Computer Systems Design
  • Architecture and Engineering
  • Management, Scientific and Technical Consulting
  • Management of Companies and Enterprises
  • Nonresidential Building Construction

Skills Learned

Upon completion of this CAPM certified Project Management training, you’ll learn a number of skills:

  • Understanding the entire management process from start to finish
  • Comprehensive knowledge of how to prioritize projects, understand the life cycle of a project and individual roles 
  • Ability to develop recovery plans and assess other forms of project recovery that may be beneficial to the project
  • Understand and identify the elements that are a part of performing and controlling various projects
  • Ability to manage project closures and any transitioning processes that may occur
  • Understand service teams and how they can enhance customer service and retention

COURSES - 6 WEEKS

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Project Management for CAPM (7ᵗʰ Ed.)

PROGRAM PREVIEW

PROJECT MANAGEMENT JOB POSSIBILITIES

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$58,000 – $100,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

Project
Manager

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$30,000 – $40,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

Project/Program Administrative Assistant

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$62,000 – $115,000
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Manager

CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Upon completion of your project management training, you’ll be prepared for the certification: the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

ISSUING AUTHORITY

Project Management Institute

CAPM

Certified Associate in Project Management

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification by the Project Management Institute (PMI) shows potential employers that you have the knowledge and principles that are employer-preferred to be a successful project manager.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT PAYMENT OPTIONS

In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details.

Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.

Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.

Pay for your training with an education loan through Meritize.

Complete the course registration process to reserve your seat using one of these options.

 

Many employers have education programs or will pay for continued education! Select “Corporate Invoice” if you need an invoice to process payment through company training tuition assistance/reimbursement plans. 

DO YOU NEED HELP PAYING FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?​

Many employers offer education assistance programs. Download the brochures to show your employer the benefit of upskilling their employees.

PROGRAM COMPARISONS

PROFESSIONAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Community College
Program & Tuition Cost
$4,000 average
Up to $20,000
Exam Fees, Books & Materials
Included
Up to $750
Job Ready In
3–6 months
24–48 months
Schedule Flexibility
On-demand 24/7
Set class schedule
Travel Requirements
None: 100% online
On-campus classrooms
Student Support
Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
Professors: scheduled office hours
Career Coaching
Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
Content Delivery
3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
Professor lectures

MEET YOUR WORKFORCE TRAINING SPECIALIST

April is your Workforce Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand your program of study, payment options, and succeed! Get in touch with her to learn more about your program, Professional Workforce Development, and how to achieve your workforce development goals!

FAQ

You will complete the courses in this program over 6 weeks, making students job-ready in fewer than 3 months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.

Anyone who has completed their associate’s degree or qualifying project management experience who wants to become a project manager. Some qualities that can be beneficial for a project manager to possess are accountability, effective communication, leadership, investment in the success of others and a positive motivator.

Yes, our project management certificate program is fully online and asynchronous. 

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