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MICRO-CREDENTIAL
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Micro-Credential - Project Management
DESCRIPTION
The General Project Manager micro-pathway prepares learners to oversee and coordinate projects from start to finish. Students learn to define project goals, develop detailed plans, allocate resources, and manage team dynamics while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. They also learn how to communicate with all stakeholders effectively, implement risk management strategies, monitor progress against project milestones, and make necessary adjustments to keep the project on track.
Instruction Method
Online or In Person
Skills Acquired
- Leadership and collaboration skills
- Project control and scheduling skills
- Risk Mitigation and Negotiation skills
- Business Presentations skills
- Exceptional Communication Skills
Courses to be completed
To earn this credential, the following courses must be successfully completed
Course Name and Code
- Computer Support and Project Management(OSIM 2503)
- Project Scheduling(CST 2513)
- Supervision(BADM 2533)
- CompTIA Project +
- Critical thinking
Credits Earned
12 Academic Credits towards AAS Degree in Business Management
Shortest Time to Completion
3 months
Learning Outcomes
The Project Management Micro-Credential equips learners with comprehensive skills
and knowledge to effectively manage projects. Participants will:
- Define Projects and Their Components: Understand what constitutes a project, establish project parameters, and identify the scope and key tasks of a project manager.
- Risk and Decision-Making: Recognize the importance of risk, define critical decision-making questions, and apply risk management strategies.
- Project Planning: Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines; seek stakeholder approval; and finalize plans for project initiation.
- Project Administration: Communicate responsibilities to team members, implement and monitor project plans, and manage resources and conflicts.
- Project Finalization: Complete financial record keeping, finalize documentation, and review project outcomes against initial plans.
- Professionalism and Communication: Apply project management principles ethically and professionally, use effective communication methods, and manage project documentation.
- Interpersonal Skills: Lead and manage project teams, influence others, and resolve conflicts to ensure successful project completion.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Analyze and manage stakeholder expectations and engagement to ensure project success.
Overall, the Micro-Credential emphasizes strategic application of project management practices, continuous professional development, and effective management of all project elements.
Job Profile and Listings
Partner Employers
- Walmart
- Bernhard LLC
- Jobot
- J.B. Hunt
- Accenture