The project management certificate offers students an opportunity to gain specific career skills and perspectives to better equip them to compete for in-demand high-paying jobs across several industries. Students gain the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and execute projects on time, on budget, and within scope. The program will start with a basic project management simulation exercise and conclude with a more robust project management simulation exercise that will integrate the skills learned, including the scope of the project, scheduling, budgeting, change management, risk management, agile project management, and contract and procurement fundamentals.
Project manger in business, government, non-governmental organizations, or pursuit of a graduate degree in business, law, or public administration.
To receive an undergraduate certificate (at least 15 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.
Please be aware that federal financial aid is not available for some certificates, if the certificate is pursued and completed as a stand-alone certificate (i.e., not completed concurrently with a degree program). See the "Details" tab for additional information.
In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 18 |
| Highest Mathematics Required | MAT 114 |
| Some online/blended coursework | Required |
Purpose Statement
The certificate in Project Management offers students an opportunity to gain specific career skills and perspectives to better equip them to compete for in-demand high-paying jobs across several industries. Students gain the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and execute projects on time, on budget, and within scope. The program will start with a basic project management simulation exercise and conclude with a more robust project management simulation exercise that will integrate the skills learned, including the scope of the project, scheduling, budgeting, change management, risk management, agile project management, and contract and procurement fundamentals. The certificate prepares students to fill the current and future demand for project managers and business managers in the workforce.
Student Learning Outcomes
This certificate may be pursued and completed concurrently with a degree program or as a stand-alone certificate. Federal financial aid cannot be used if the certificate is completed as a stand-alone certificate.
Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.