Project Management, Advanced Certificate
Students may begin this 12-credit certificate in the fall, spring or summer terms. The required courses and suggested sequence are as follows:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT 6030 | Management Information Systems & Data Visualization | 3 |
| MGMT 6115 | Tools & Processes in Project Management | 3 |
| MGMT 6120 | Managerial Perspectives of Project Management | 3 |
| MGMT 7070 | Strategy & Tactics in Project Management | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Several courses of this program require access to Microsoft Project software. Empire State University currently provides temporary licensing of this product. This software can only be accessed using a Microsoft Operating System.
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Discuss the roles and functions of the Project Manager in organizations including, but not limited to, behavior knowledge and Project Manager leadership techniques
- Utilize project management tools and systems such as MS Office, MS Project, and web-based applications specific to project management leadership
- Create case study reviews related to core project management knowledge areas and the five process groups
- Apply strategies and techniques of project portfolio planning and integration
- Understand the role and function of information systems and computer business applications in project management practice
- Identify ethical and professional challenges faced by project managers across a variety of projects and develop plans for resolving these challenges
- Display critical thinking skills and employ effective communications within project teams and with key stakeholders
- Articulate principles of strategical and tactical planning processes
- Analyze and discuss the impact of integrated project management strategies to manage multiple projects