Program Focus Areas
USC’s Fundamentals of Project Management Certificate Program will enable you to identify scope, risks and resources efficiently – empowering you with a highly sought after skill set most companies are seeking. This program is designed to introduce you to the Project Management Certificate which is a gateway to earning your Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential.
This course will cover:
- Project life cycle
- Defining scope
- Scheduling logistics
- Project risks
- Maintaining control
- Execution
Course Outline
Day 1
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Project Management
- Describe a Project
- Describe the Project Management Life Cycle
- Identify the Role of a Project Manager
Lesson 2: Initiating a Project
- Determine the Scope of a Project
- Identify the Skills for a Project Team
- Identify the Risks to a Project
Lesson 3: Planning for Time and Cost
- Create a Work Breakdown Structure
- Sequence the Activities
- Create a Project Schedule
Day 2
Lesson 4: Planning for Project Risks, Communication, and Change Control
- Analyze the Risks to a Project
- Create a Communication Plan
- Plan for Change Control
Lesson 5: Managing a Project
- Begin Project Work
- Execute the Project Plan
- Track Project Progress
- Report Performance
- Implement Change Control
Lesson 6: Executing the Project Closeout Phase
- Close a Project
- Create a Final Report
Tuition for the Fundamentals of Project Management Certificate Program is $750, which includes all course materials.
Registration and Fees
| Dates / Sessions | Times | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Track Your Project Management Career 10/15/2023 – 12/31/2024 Varies Varies Sessions Register Online or Register By Mail Notes: We offer the opportunity for students to purchase the Fast Track Your Project Management bundle, including enrollment in the Fundamentals of Project Management Certificate Program and the Project Management Certificate. | Varies – Varies | $3100.00 |
| The Fundamentals of Project Management Certificate Program 06/10/2024 – 06/11/2024 Monday & Tuesday 2 Sessions Register Online or Register By Mail Notes: The course location and directions will be emailed approximately one week before the course begins. | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | $750.00 |
| The Fundamentals of Project Management Certificate Program 09/09/2024 – 09/10/2024 Monday & Tuesday 2 Sessions Register Online or Register By Mail Notes: The course location and directions will be emailed approximately one week before the course begins. | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | $750.00 |
| The Fundamentals of Project Management Certificate Program-Online 10/21/2024 – 10/22/2024 Monday & Tuesday 2 Sessions Register Online or Register By Mail Notes: Online instructions will be emailed approximately one week before the course starts. | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | $750.00 |
Registration and Payment Notes
If you plan to pay by check or purchase order, select "register by mail." Complete the form and return a printout with payment to: USC Continuing Education
and Conferences, Close/Hipp Building at 1705 College Street, Suite 591, Columbia,
SC 29208. Your seat is not guaranteed until payment is received.
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a secure electronic environment that simplifies business transactions with the university.
Follow the MarketPlace prompts to complete payment. Your transaction is only complete
when you receive an order number, which is your receipt of payment. Your seat is not
guaranteed until payment is received and you receive an order number.
Once you have paid and are enrolled, you'll be emailed location and parking information for face-to-face programs or online
instructions about one week before the program begins.