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Project Management Essentials ,Certificate

Project Management Essentials, Certificate

Academic programs / Undergraduate degrees / Project Management Essentials

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Students currently pursuing an ASU degree can use federal financial aid to fund the program. This program is not currently approved for use with federal financial aid for students not currently pursuing an ASU degree.


Build strong foundations and learn to lead with confidence. With this certificate, you'll be prepared to take the first step in a rewarding career, gaining hands-on experience and building essential project management skills to grow into more advanced roles in the future.
Program description ▲

In the stackable undergraduate certificate program in project management essentials, students gain the skills to lead successful projects. This program covers key areas of project management including: project leadership, strategy, sustainability and organizational behavior. The program is ideal for those looking to enhance their project management expertise and drive positive change in any industry.

This certificate program can be completed as a standalone certificate, completed alongside a degree program, or it can stack into a future bachelor's degree.

GI Bill® benefits
This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.

At a glance ▲
  • Second language requirement: No
  • STEM-OPT extension eligible: No

Curriculum ▲

Concurrent program options▲
Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Admission requirements ▲

General university admission requirements:

All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission

Additional requirements:

This certificate is available to current ASU students, as well as to students not currently enrolled at ASU in a degree program.

For admission to the university to pursue this certificate, students must apply to the university and meet university admission requirements. Students not currently attending ASU who wish to pursue the certificate should contact an academic advisor in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts at CISAadvising@asu.edu for admission procedures.

Current degree-seeking students can request to add the certificate via the Add a Certificate button.
Tuition information▲
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
Attend online▲
ASU Online

ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.

ASU Local

It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.

Transfer options▲

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.

Global opportunities▲
Global experience

Studying and interning abroad can be one of the most valuable tools for project management students. Studying on one of over 300 available Global Education programs provides students the opportunity to develop a valuable intercultural communication skill set that can give them an advantage in the modern workforce.

Career opportunities▲

This certificate in project management essentials opens doors to a wide variety of entry-level career opportunities. Graduates can pursue roles such as project coordinator, project assistant, junior project manager and project scheduler, among others. These positions offer the chance to support senior project managers, manage project schedules, assist with administrative tasks, and help ensure the smooth execution of projects.
Professional licensure▲

ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.

Contact information▲
What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

What constitutes a new program?
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the “New Programs” option.
What are online programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. See more information and eligibility requirements on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.

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