Project Management Extension Certificate
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Register for all courses at once and save 10%.
Call 403.440.3833 to register today.*
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Project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to achieve project objectives and meet project requirements within specific restraints such as time and budget.
Delve into the project management process by engaging in practical activities using project management methodologies, reflecting A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) Sixth Edition.
This certificate program provides essential training in the flourishing field of project management. It is designed to develop introductory management skills that can be applied to diverse sectors and industries, from IT to human resources, manufacturing to small business.
Taught by instructors who are working project managers, each of the required courses is based on concepts from the PMBOK® Guide, a widely recognized international standard in the industry.
*Special savings discount for registering in all courses in a program at once cannot be applied or adjusted after the start of the first course.
PMBOK Guide® update
The Project Management Institute (PMI) is updating A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide). The PMBOK® Guide Seventh Edition is scheduled for release in August 2021. Significant changes in the new edition require an update to Project Management Certificate courses.
Students currently enrolled in — or who wish to enroll in — our existing program have until December 2022 to complete all of their courses. The last final assessment paper course will be offered in January 2023. Our current courses are based on the PMBOK® Guide Sixth Edition and will be offered through the Fall 2022 Semester. For updates on our new Project Management program, visit our Seventh Edition page.
The PMI updates the PMBOK® Guide every three to four years. If you would like more information on these changes, please visit the PMI’s Standards & Publications page.
Benefits
- Earn a recognized credential to enhance your career prospects
- Develop your personal and professional skills
- Learn from experienced industry professionals
- Apply for Blue Seal. This program is eligible towards Blue Seal certification, a program that helps Alberta tradespeople demonstrate their business aptitude.
- Prepare to write the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® exam or Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam
- Complete through online delivery, open to anyone, anywhere
Program format
- Format: Both online and live, online. Fast Track is live, online. The final assessment paper is online, independent study.
- Duration: Complete the 7 required courses plus the Final Assessment Paper (136 hours) within three years.
- Textbook (required): Project Management Institute, A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) Sixth Edition available at the Cougars Campus Store.
Each of the required courses is based on concepts from the Project Management Institute, A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) - Sixth Edition, Project Management Institute, Inc., 2017, a widely recognized international standard in the project management profession.
This program is eligible towards Blue Seal Certification
Online learningWe offer a variety of online learning options. Visit our learning formats page for more information. |
Fast Track Schedule (Live, online classes)
Earn your Project Management Extension Certificate more quickly! You need just 4 weeks of part-time classroom study to complete the 7 required courses, followed by the Final Assessment Paper (independent study).
Live, Online Class Requirements: You will use Google Suite (Google Classroom, Google Meet) to participate in this live, online class. You will need to access the class using your Mt. Royal credentials, through a laptop or desktop computer that has a functional webcam and microphone. A stable, reliable Internet connection is required.
Note: Online registration is not available for Fast Track Registration. Call the Continuing Education Registration Office at: 403.440.3833.
Please see Withdrawal Policy.
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Special savings Register for all courses in the program at once and receive a 10% discount! Please note: Online registration is not available for this special offer. Call Continuing Education Registration at 403.440.3833 to register. This offer cannot be applied or adjusted after the start of the first course. Block Code: PRM Regular price: $4,352; Special savings: $3,916.
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Live, Online Class and Online Schedule
Project Management: Overview & Integration
This course is an introductory course to project management. It examines all the fundamental project management processes and knowledge areas as documented in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) - Sixth Edition. Discover basic terminology of project management, define and understand the fundamental framework of the PMBOK guide by discussing the key processes groups and knowledge areas. Explore Integration Management processes such the development of the Project Charter, Project Management Plan, and what it means to Direct and Manage Project Work, Monitor and Control Project Work, Perform Integrated Change Control, and Close Project or Phase. Analyze the profession of the project manager, and how it's impacted by Project Management Institute (PMI).
Note: This course has two remote delivery options: Online learning is an instructor-facilitated course that begins and ends on set dates with specific deadlines for assignments. Live, online learning is facilitated by an instructor and takes place at scheduled dates and times via Google.
Subject (for registration) : Project Management
| Subject code: XPRM 10007 | 21 Hours. Fee: $739 | Choose between: |
| CRN 50169 | 3 live, online classes | May 11, 12, 13 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Wed., Thur., Fri. |
| CRN 50171 | Online | May 2 - June 6 |
Project Management: The Business of Project Management
This course focuses on the Strategic and Business Knowledge aspects of project management in accordance with PMI® 's Talent Triangle, which will also be examined. Analyze the choices a business will make prior to initiating a project to ensure it supports the strategic business outcomes. Define the relationship between projects, programs portfolios and understand the structure and benefits of a Project Management Office (PMO). Examine the role of the project manager as a leader of organizational change.
Note: This course has two remote delivery options: Online learning is an instructor-facilitated course that begins and ends on set dates with specific deadlines for assignments. Live, online learning is facilitated by an instructor and takes place at scheduled dates and times via Google.
Subject (for registration) : Project Management
| Subject code: XPRM 10009 | 7 Hours. Fee: $309 | Choose between: |
| CRN 50186 | 1 live, online class | May 14 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Sat. |
| CRN 50191 | Online | May 16 - 30 |
Project Management: Scope & Quality Management
This course uses a case study to illustrate application of the key Integration and Quality processes described in the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition. The Scope Management processes covered include Plan Scope Management, Collect Requirements, Define Scope, Create WBS, Validate Scope, and Control Scope. The Project Quality Management processes covered include Plan Quality Management, Control Quality, and Manage Quality.
Note: This course has two remote delivery options: Online learning is an instructor-facilitated course that begins and ends on set dates with specific deadlines for assignments. Live, online learning is facilitated by an instructor and takes place at scheduled dates and times via Google.
Subject (for registration) : Project Management
| Subject code: XPRM 10010 | 15 Hours. Fee: $579 | Choose between: |
| CRN 50173 | 2 live, online classes | May 18 - 19 | 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Wed., Thur. |
| CRN 50175 | Online | May 30 - June 27 |
Project Management: Leadership & Project Resource Management
This course uses a group-defined case study to introduce various tools that illustrate application of the key Project Resource Management processes described in the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition. This course will also examine skills required for team leadership, including the core competencies of an effective leader. The course will allow you to discover your leadership style using Emotional Intelligence self-assessment and theoretical concepts, and how to effectively apply it in project management. The Project Resource Management processes covered include Plan Resource Management, Estimate Activity Resources, Acquire Project Team, Develop Project Team, Manage Project Team, and Control Resources.
Note: This course has two remote delivery options: Online learning is an instructor-facilitated course that begins and ends on set dates with specific deadlines for assignments. Live, online learning is facilitated by an instructor and takes place at scheduled dates and times via Google.
Subject (for registration) : Project Management
| Subject code: XPRM 10008 | 15 Hours. Fee: $579 | Choose between: |
| CRN 50181 | 2 live, online classes | May 20 - 21 | 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fri., Sat. |
| CRN 50436 | Online | June 6 - July 4 |
Project Management: Stakeholder & Communication Management
This course uses a case study to illustrate application of the key Stakeholder and Communication Management processes described in the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition. The Stakeholder Management processes covered include Identify Stakeholders, Plan Stakeholder Engagement, Manage Stakeholder Engagement, and Monitor Stakeholder Engagement. The Project Communications processes covered include Plan Communications Management, Manage Communications, and Monitor Communications. The course emphasises the importance of good communications to support successful stakeholder engagement.
Note: This course has two remote delivery options: Online learning is an instructor-facilitated course that begins and ends on set dates with specific deadlines for assignments. Live, online learning is facilitated by an instructor and takes place at scheduled dates and times via Google.
Subject (for registration) : Project Management
| Subject code: XPRM 10011 | 15 Hours. Fee: $579 | Choose between: |
| CRN 50178 | 2 live, online classes | May 25 - 26 | 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Wed., Thur. |
| CRN 70035 | Online | June 27 - July 25 |
Project Management: Schedule & Cost Management
This course illustrates the application of the key Schedule and Cost processes described in the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition. The Schedule Management processes covered include Plan Schedule Management, Sequence Activities, Define Scope, Estimate Activity Durations, Develop Schedule and Control Schedule. The Project Cost Management processes covered include Plan Cost Management, Estimate Costs, Develop Schedule, and Control Costs.
Note: This course has two remote delivery options: Online learning is an instructor-facilitated course that begins and ends on set dates with specific deadlines for assignments. Live, online learning is facilitated by an instructor and takes place at scheduled dates and times via Google.
Subject (for registration) : Project Management
| Subject code: XPRM 10004 | 15 Hours. Fee: $579 | Choose between: |
| CRN 50064 | 2 live, online classes | May 27 - 28 | 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fri., Sat. |
| CRN 70107 | Online | July 11 - Aug. 8 |
Project Management: Risk and Procurement
This course uses an assigned case study to illustrate application of the key Risk and Procurement processes described in the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition. The Risk Management processes covered include Plan Risk Management, Identify Risks, Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis, Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis, Plan Risk Responses, and Monitor Risks. The Procurement Management processes covered include Plan Procurement Management, Conduct Procurements, Control Procurements, and Close Procurements.
Note: This course has two remote delivery options: Online learning is an instructor-facilitated course that begins and ends on set dates with specific deadlines for assignments. Live, online learning is facilitated by an instructor and takes place at scheduled dates and times via Google.
Subject (for registration) : Project Management
| Subject code: XPRM 10005 | 15 Hours. Fee: $579 | Choose between: |
| CRN 50167 | 2 live, online classes | June 3 - 4 | 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fri., Sat. |
| CRN 70034 | Online | July 11 - Aug. 8 |
Project Management: Final Assessment Paper
Apply the project management principles and practices you have acquired through the seven classroom/online courses and apply them to a real-life project. Your advisor, who can counsel you on your choice of topic, offers occasional guidance throughout the development and completion of your Final Assessment Paper. Successful completion of this course, along with the other seven courses, is required for you to receive your Project Management Extension Certificate.
Note: We strongly recommend completion of the 7 Project Management classroom or online courses before registering in this course.
Note: This online, self-study course allows you to access materials and complete assignments at any time prior to the course end date. This course is not instructor-facilitated.
Subject (for registration) : Project Management
| Subject code: XPRM 20001 | 33 Hours. Fee: $409 | Choose between: |
| CRN 50044 | Online, Independent Study | May 2 - Aug. 15 |
| CRN 50050 | Online, Independent Study | May 2 - Aug. 15 |
Other courses you may be interested in to enhance your Project Management skills:
(These courses are not required as part of the Project Management Extension Certificate)
Tentative course schedule |
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| Fall (Sept. - Dec.) |
Winter (Jan.- April) |
Spring/Summer (May - Aug.) |
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| Project Management: Overview & Integration | • | • | • |
| Project Management: Schedule & Cost Management | • | • | • |
| Project Management: Scope & Quality Management | • | • | • |
| Project Management: Leadership & Project Resource Management | • | • | • |
| Project Management: Risk and Procurement | • | • | • |
| Project Management: The Business of Project Management | • | • | • |
| Project Management: Final Assessment Paper | • | • | • |
Each course may be offered in a variety of formats. Check the “Courses and fees” tab for more information.
The schedule above is subject to change. Courses start on various dates within each semester. Fall schedule and registration available in June. Winter schedule and registration available in November. Spring/Summer schedule and registration available in March.
- These programs (both classroom and online) are ideal if you are preparing to write the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) ® exam and those in the early stages of preparing for the Project Management Professional (PMP) ® exam.
- All of the course hours qualify as credit for the required number of hours of project management training for both the CAPM ® and PMP ® credentials.
- We strongly recommend completion of Project Management: Overview & Integration course before registering in the other 6 courses.
- Completion of all 7 courses is required before registering in the Final Assessment Paper.
- Students can complete classes interchangeably in either live, online class or online formats.
- Biyi Adeniran PMP, B.Eng., CISA, CISM, CGEIT
- Saad Ahmed PMP, BSc
- Debasis Bhaumik PMP, MBA, MSc, CRISC
- Valerie Carson PMP, BSc
- Sara Dasko PMP, BA
- Candice Davis PMP
- Blanka Evanson PMP, BPE
- Randy George PMP, PMI-ACP, PSM I
- Gary Gillan PMP, BSc (Hons), MPhil
- Rob Johnson PMP, BComm
- Matt Luik PMP, MBA, M. Eng, P. Eng, CSM
- Emil Tarka PMP, MA
- Sarah vanGilst PMP
- Kelly Yagelniski PMP, BBA