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Project Management Occupational Certificate

 

Overview and Award Outcomes

Overview

This certificate combines a practical, step-by-step approach with a theoretical foundation to form a basic framework for understanding the theory, process, and practice of project management. The aim of the certificate is to present the most current thinking in project management as well as provide learners the opportunity to apply ideas and develop useful project management skills.

Award Outcomes

Demonstrate effective business communication skills

Demonstrate interpersonal skills

Demonstrate team building skills 

Demonstrate professional business behavior

Design metrics for analyzing projects, and utilize tools required for tracking progress

Describe best practices for leading and managing projects

Career Opportunities

Project assistant, Project administrator, Event manager, Project coordinator, Marketing coordinator

Program Requirements

Technical Studies Required 16 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
BUSN1000Principles of Business

3

BUSN1200Business Communication

3

BUSN2060Business Research and Analytics

3

BUSN2080Project Management

3

BUSN2085Operations and Supply Chain Management

4

General Education Required 0 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

General Education Elective 0 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Technical Studies Elective 0 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Total Occupational Certificate Credits 16

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Semester Sequence

Offered at Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie

First Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
BUSN1000Principles of Business

3

BUSN1200Business Communication

3

BUSN2060Business Research and Analytics

3

BUSN2080Project Management

3

BUSN2085Operations and Supply Chain Management

4

Total Credits  16

Graduation (16 Credits)

This semester sequence is a tool meant for students to discuss their schedule each semester with their faculty advisor.  Some courses may be offered only once per year and only on one campus.

Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence.  Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.


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