Welcome to the University of Miami Project Management Professional Certificate Program

Effective project management is an integral skill in a wide variety of careers. This program focuses on the core competencies of project management in the Project Management Institute,  A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, (PMBOK® Guide) – Sixth Edition, Project Management Institute, Inc., 2017. Students pursuing a certificate in project management will demonstrate proficiency in the knowledge areas, process groups, skills, and techniques delineated in the PMBOK® Guide and use them to execute projects effectively and efficiently through all stages. The knowledge and skills gained will prepare participants for all facets of the project management process across a broad spectrum of disciplines. 

This program is offered through the Office of Professional Advancement at the University of Miami.

Quick Facts About the Program

• Career Outlook

  While project management isn’t classified as a career unto itself, managers in many fields—including engineering, construction, real estate, and computer and information systems—spend a great deal of time in the project manager’s role. These valuable employees oversee projects from the planning stages through completion, acting as a link between supervisors, workers, and clients while making sure each facet of the venture confirms to time and budgetary restraints. 
  
  The U.S. Department of Labor projects growth rates of 15-16% for construction managers, computer and information systems managers, and similar careers where project management plays a key role. Possessing the skill set and knowledge of a project manager can also lead to higher salaries and broader job prospects for those exploring management careers in different fields.

• What Will I Learn?

  Graduates from the Project Management Certificate Program will gain proficiency in:

  • Understanding the knowledge areas and process groups based on the PMBOK® Guide
  • Implementing the PMBOK® Guide processes of initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing a project
  • Applying knowledge and skills to successfully manage projects
  • Demonstrating the ability to manage a project throughout all key stages of the process
  • Understanding the professional conduct expected by industry professionals and the Project Management Institute (PMI®)

• How Will I Benefit From UM's Program?

  The Project Management Certificate Program offers a well-rounded foundation of essential skills including project-related intelligence, time management, and project analysis, which are adaptable and applicable across a variety of projects in multiple industries. This is not an exam preparation program, but instead offers a comprehensive education spanning all phases and aspects of project management. The program lays a solid foundation for those considering PM as a career, those who engage in project management in the workplace, and anyone wishing to position themselves for better success in their current and future project roles.

• Is This Program Right For Me?

  This expansive program is perfect for those interested in becoming a Project Management Professional® (PMP) or for anyone seeking to master the fundamental project management concepts. It is also well-suited for any professional who leads, supports, or participates with individuals who perform project management. The flexible curriculum design allows the participant to simulate a project within their industry of choice while engaging in the steps outlined by the Project Management Institute (PMI®). The program is also approved for 48 professional development units (PDUs)/contact hours by PMI® for those participants who are seeking recertification.

• How Long Is The Program?

  The program is twelve weeks in length.

• Program Format & Location

  The program is offered in a remote and synchronous delivery format. 

• Tuition & Fees

  • The cost of the live-online program is $2,995.
  • The cost of the online program is $3,495.
  • Textbooks are not included in the tuition cost.

• Financial Assistance Options

  Financial assistance and payment plans are available for this program. To learn more, please speak with an enrollment advisor at (305) 284-4000.

  FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE OPTIONS

• What Can I Do After Earning The Certificate?

  Completion of this certificate provides the graduate an excellent opportunity to develop or enhance their project management knowledge and skills, positioning them well in their current or future careers. The Project Management Certificate is a key résumé component of professionals in a wide array of industries, and learning proficiency and milestones reached can be showcased with the ePortfolio completed during the program. In addition, participants seeking certification will have the project management PDUs required to sit for the Project Management Professional (PMP®) examination. The PDUs can also be used for recertification.

• What Are The Requirements To Earn The Certificate?

  To earn the certificate, you are required to complete the Project Management framework and Fundamentals, Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, Closing, and Professional Responsibility modules with an average score of 70 percent or higher.   

   

• Required Courses

  No specific experience or education is required. 

• Faculty

  • David Calvo
    David Calvo is the Director of Distribution for the various specialty hospitals at the University of Miami. His goal is for the University of Miami to have a best-in-class distribution system and he is continually leading projects in pursuit of this goal. Some of those projects include transitioning to a Just-In-Time inventory model and developing an innovative mobile warehousing concept to relieve space constraints at the satellite hospitals.David is a former United States naval officer, management consultant, and full-time project manager with experience leading strategic, continuous improvement, change management, and IT projects in a variety of demanding environments. David holds an MBA and an MS in Supply Chain Management from the University of Maryland and the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
  • Randall J. Arvay
    Randall J. Arvay, Ph.D. is a U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and the Division Chief of Cyber Security and Quality Assurance with the Joint Spectrum Center in Annapolis, MD. With over 22 years of experience in various leadership positions with the Army, he has been involved many project management roles and has orchestrated and managed several multi-year projects to include many information technology and software development projects. Dr. Arvay earned his undergraduate degree in Computer Science from the United States Military Academy, West Point, his Masters of Science in Information Systems from Hawaii Pacific University, and a PhD in Software Engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey. Dr. Arvay also holds the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and serves as an adjunct associate professor at the United States Naval Academy in the Center for Cyber Security Studies. Dr. Arvay has extensive project management training and project leadership experience in both the Federal sector and in academia.

• Professional Badges

  DISPLAY YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS WITH OUR CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BADGES

   

  The Division of Continuing and International Education’s mission is to empower people to reach their full potential through lifelong and lifewide learning. Revolutionary learning experiences are created for our students to ensure that we meet the demands of the ever-changing economy. We continuously measure our programs’ core competencies, instruction, quality, standards, and service.

  The continuing education landscape has elevated an era of innovation and disruption and as such, the Office of Professional Advancement has instituted a badging system.  Graduates of our programs will be able to virtually display a badge, which showcases their new skillset to prospective employers and professional colleagues.

  How does it Work?

  Badges are earned by successfully completing a certificate program through the Office of Professional Advancement. * Upon completion, you will receive an email with instructions on how to collect your badge. Once collected, you can display your badge on social media sites like LinkedIn. Any potential employer will be able to click on the badge for a list of specific skills associated with the respective certificate received.

  *Please call us for a list of approved programs.

  For more information about our career and professional development badging, please call us at 305-284-4000.

• Have Questions?

  For more information, please call 305-284-4000. Our enrollment advisors can answer any questions or schedule a meeting to discuss your goals and opportunities.