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Project Management

Applied Project Management Certificate Program-Online

This Project Management program provides an introduction to the fundamental theory and approach used to manage projects successfully. It focuses on the application of project management methods and tools during initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing processes. Employing standardized practices to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of project management is emphasized.

This program is online in a modular approach and will require 80 hours to complete over a 14-week duration. Participants are free to work on the content at any time, day or night, but must complete all of the coursework and assignments according to the weekly schedule. There are 6 modules in the program and they must be taken in order. However, they can be taken over more than one semester. The program must be completed within 2 years.

Participants must be over 18 years of age and have basic computer knowledge. It is recommended that participants have some business experience as well.

Note: MS Project software is required for this course.

This program is offered in partnership with Applied Management Centre which is a PMI registered education provider. ** If you have not received an email with your login instructions by Noon on the first day of class, please contact the instructor Rob Clark immediately at: rclark@appliedmanagement.com

If you require further information, please visit our website or call: (250)370-4565, or email: sofbus@camosun.bc.ca

Project Initiation & Charter Development Online

Learn the fundamentals of project management for organizations including project selection and start up methods.  Gain practical experience defining specific project needs and developing a project charter that provides the correct level of detail for your situation.  This is the first course of the Applied Project Management program. Courses must be taken in order.

Suggested Text Book: Project Management: A Managerial Approach. J.R. Meredith and S.J. Mantel Jr., John Wiley and Sons. 8th Edition. ISBN: 9780470533024 (Available used from online booksellers, details will be discussed during first course.)

Project Planning, Scheduling & Budgeting Online

Learn the tools and techniques used to create a comprehensive project plan in this introduction to the detailed planning process. You will learn to include all the appropriate components and then summarize the information into a collated summary plan. Prerequisite: APMC 500V

Suggested Text Book: Project Management: A Managerial Approach. J.R. Meredith and S.J. Mantel Jr., John Wiley and Sons. 8th Edition. ISBN: 9780470533024 (Available used from online booksellers, details will be discussed during first course.)

Project Execution & Control Online

Learn how to execute and control the progress of the project by effectively managing the administrative challenges. To ensure your project remains on track, you will discover how to measure performance, control change, and take corrective actions when necessary. You will work through the process to understand how to manage quality, manage procurements, and administer contracts. Prerequisite: APMC 501V

Suggested Text Book: Project Management: A Managerial Approach. J.R. Meredith and S.J. Mantel Jr., John Wiley and Sons. 8th Edition. ISBN: 9780470533024 (Available used from online booksellers, details will be discussed during first course.)

Project Leadership & Communications

Learn the leadership skills to effectively manage your project. You will review effective methods to manage information related to your project including creating and storing information. As well, you will create a communication plan to help you effectively distribute that information. Prerequisite: APMC 502V

Suggested Text Book: Project Management: A Managerial Approach. J.R. Meredith and S.J. Mantel Jr., John Wiley and Sons. 8th Edition. ISBN: 9780470533024 (Available used from online booksellers, details will be discussed during first course.)

Project Closing & Continuous Improvement Online

Learn the close out procedures for an individual phase or completed project. You will work through an administrative closure, financial closure and transfer to operations, using the lessons learned review process for continuous improvement. Also, you will explore the Organizational Project Management Maturity Model (OPM3) and how to set up a Project Management Office. Prerequisite: APMC 503V

Suggested Text Book: Project Management: A Managerial Approach. J.R. Meredith and S.J. Mantel Jr., John Wiley and Sons. 8th Edition. ISBN: 9780470533024 (Available used from online booksellers, details will be discussed during first course.)

Applied Project Management Integration Project

This is the capstone course in the Applied Project Management Certificate program. It is a comprehensive evaluation of the skills and knowledge developed throughout the first 5 courses in the program. You will be evaluated in two ways, with an integration project and a knowledge exam. Those successful in passing both components for a combined grade of C or better will be granted their Certificate.
Prerequisite: APMC 504VThis is the final course in the program. Please contact the Program Coordinator (larosep@camosun.bc.ca) before you complete this course.

Suggested Text Book: Project Management: A Managerial Approach. J.R. Meredith and S.J. Mantel Jr., John Wiley and Sons. 8th Edition. ISBN: 9780470533024 (Available used from online booksellers, details will be discussed during first course.)

Last updated: 19-Oct-2011 4:15 pm