Applied Project Management Certificate

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Master core project management skills to participate in, and lead, projects in this certificate program. Project management is a growing field with no indications it is slowing down. There is an increased demand for individuals to know about, and manage, both small- and large-scale projects. No matter the industry the skills of a project manager are relevant.

Students work through the lifecycle of a project, providing the terminology and concepts required to participate in, and lead, projects. The courses will go through the planning, cost estimates and budgeting, communication strategies for stakeholders, and monitoring and controlling projects.

The program is for individuals wanting to augment their education and gain the foundational knowledge and skills needed in project management or wanting to step into project management. This program may be taken entirely online, or through a blended learning format (some in class, some online).

Domestic

Online

Hybrid

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Tuition & Fees

$2,800

This program is eligible for the Retrain Manitoba Grant. Under this initiative, Manitoba businesses are able to access funding up to $2,500 per employee up to a maximum of $75,000 for retraining and upskilling to adapt to the changing needs of businesses.

Visit Retrain Manitoba for more information on how to access funds.

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Objectives & Outcomes

Outcomes

Create and execute project work plans, define project scopes and deliverables, determine project resources and staffing requirements, set project milestones, develop budget proposals, and successfully close a variety of projects;
Gain a thorough understanding of the procurement life cycle;
Create a project management communication plans;
Manage changes in project scope, create comprehensive risk profiles, and identify and develop mitigation and avoidance strategies;
Foster a dynamic team environment built on collaborative relationships.

Admission Requirements

Be a high school graduate or hold a Mature Status Diploma.
- MUST provide High School Transcript or recognized equivalent GED or Mature Grade 12 Diploma.

Be 18 years of age or older and have completed 90 hours of coursework or more at a recognized post-secondary institution (including UWPACE) with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- MUST provide an official transcript for all previous post-secondary study (including university, CEGEP, or private college).

English Language Requirement

Applicants whose previous education was completed outside of Canada and where English may or may not have been the medium of instruction, must submit proof of meeting one of the accepted English language proficiency measures. Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.