Certificate in Applied Project Management

Project Management

Would you like a roadmap for efficient and successful project completion? Project management is a systematic process used to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close a project to meet defined objectives. The University of Akron has offered the Certificate In Applied Project Management class for over fifteen years. We are conveniently located in the heart of downtown Akron, which provides a central location to those who reside in Northeast Ohio. With over 20 years of experience, our instructor will give you the knowledge you need to complete projects of any size.

This comprehensive program matches your enterprise needs with data from the Project Management Institute's Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), giving participants specific options for reducing costs while improving delivered project value.

Program format and content are based upon:
• Your unique project needs
• Application of real world experiences of front line project managers and team members
• A Guide to Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®Guide)

Program Description:
This course uses both academic theory and practical application to provide:

• Working knowledge of tools and methods available to project managers, including computerized analysis of network models to aid in the planning and control functions

• A foundation of project management skills with an emphasis on the 5 Process Groups, 9 Knowledge Areas, standards and guidelines

• Practice in selecting and using the concepts, techniques, and decision tools available to project managers

• A basic understanding of the importance of work breakdown structures and networks to planning, scheduling, and controlling projects

• An awareness of potential conflicts and problems that can occur on projects

Who Should Attend this Program?
This program is designed for individuals who are new to project management, working project managers, managers, and project team members who wish to advance their service capabilities through exposure to formal project management methodologies.

You will:
• Develop and utilize a formal project methodology.
• Enhance credibility for yourself, your team, and your company.
• Apply proven PMBOK®Guide structure to existing and future projects.
• Understand and mold the roles of project stakeholders.
• Enhance project results through better process focus.
• Fine-tune your project communications potential, for yourself and your company.

Continuing and Professional Education paticipants have to pay for parking. Please visit the link below to register your car and pay for parking. https://www.uakronpark.com/visitor-parking/

There are no scheduled sessions at this time. Sign up to be notified when this course is available.