Guiding a group to success is a sizable task that takes skill, organization, communication, respect, and expertise. Before you can expect others to follow your lead, consider upskilling to become a better project manager.
Project management is a fruitful career with a growing job market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average pay for project management specialists in 2021 was $94,500 and the top 10% earned over $159,140. In the next decade, it is expected that there will be a 7% increase in the number of job opportunities in this field.
Whether you are a professional managing projects, a manager who wants to fine-tune your project management skills, a lifelong learner that is curious about the latest project management trends, or looking to take the Project Management Institute Project Management Professional exam, sharpening your skills in this field can help you advance your career and achieve your goals.
Setting your sights on upskilling your expertise is valuable, especially in today’s climate. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report states that the growing technology demands may cause half of all employees to need reskilling by 2025.
In addition, the pandemic has created a change in the workforce that may require you to consider upskilling. According to Forbes, work pattern shifts, customer behavior change, recession, and loss of jobs are just a few of the effects that you should account for.
Earn Your Professional Certificate in Project Management
Earning a professional certificate is one of the best ways to increase your skillset. SDSU Global Campus’ Professional Certificate in Project Management program is online and consists of eight courses and one elective that can be completed in as little as a year.
Past students have said the program met or exceeded their expectations.
“I was able to benchmark my professional work experience against large-scale corporate case-studies and hands-on projects while collaborating with my peers, seniors, and a committed team of project management instructors,” said past project management student Malachi Walker.
SDSU Global Campus is a Project Management Institute Authorized Training Partner, so you will receive a high-quality education when you enroll in our courses.
Topics covered in the coursework include:
- Introduction to Project Management
- Resource Management and Team Building
- Procurement
- Scope, Schedule, and Cost
- Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Project Risk Management
- Agile Project Management
- Capstone: Project Simulation
Elective Courses that you have the ability to choose from include:
- Lean Certification
- Earned Value Management
- PMP Exam Prep
- Microsoft Project Fundamentals
- Introduction to Microsoft Project 2019/Office 365
Our courses are designed for working professionals who have busy lives but are still looking to receive higher education. Our online forum makes it easy for you to balance work, life, and college all at the same time.
Our program makes it possible for you to achieve your goals without having to take time out of your schedule to step foot onto campus. This way, you have unlimited access to your coursework, you can learn on your own time, and from the comfort of your own home.
If you think this could be the right fit for you, know that you can enroll in our program at no cost to see upcoming courses and secure your curriculum before you pay and register for them. SDSU Alumni Lifetime Members may also receive 20% off registration for this specific program.
Consider a Professional Certificate in Project Management to earn a quality education, improve your skills, update your knowledge, and advance your career.
This program is part of the SDSU Global Campus Career Skills Institute, which is dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional education and the dynamic needs of the modern workforce. Check out the institute to see what in-demand skills you can acquire.
