Develop leadership and communication skills through courses that feature hands-on project management work and are aligned to the educational requirements for the PMP® Certification Exam.
Maryville University’s mission is to provide access and opportunity to those who are brave enough to make their dreams a reality. Since 1872, Maryville University has offered a high-quality, student-centered educational experience to its students by providing personalized, comprehensive support; a practical, future-focused education; and accessible and experienced faculty.
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This 12-credit program places an emphasis on practical, hands-on learning with case studies and real-world scenarios to help you be prepared to tackle complex projects and lead diverse teams across diverse industries and organizations. You’ll explore cutting-edge project management methodologies, strategic budgeting, risk management, and resource allocation, ensuring you can tackle any project on time and within budget.
All courses within this certificate program count toward the Master of Arts in Management and Leadership degree and are designed to prepare you to sit for the PMP® Certification Exam. Throughout the program you’ll:
Maryville’s hassle-free online application process empowers you to accelerate next steps in your career or educational journey. No application fees or GMAT/GRE scores are required. The program offers three start dates per year for greater flexibility, so you can align your educational journey with your schedule. Maryville considers all transfer credits, even if you earned them years ago.
You’ll need to submit the following materials as part of your application:
A simplified, no-cost online application
Official transcripts
English proficiency scores may be required
To be eligible for admission into the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Project Management, you must have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or equivalent degree from a foreign academic institution.
Project managers have diverse career paths across various industries, as their skills in organizing, planning, and leading projects are highly transferable. Equipped with core leadership skills including budgeting, risk management, and resource allocation, you’ll be prepared to pursue range of occupations including:
Project manager
Operations manager
Consultant
HR project manager
Talent development manager
Brand manager
Digital marketing manager
Procurement manager