Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in
Project Management
(24 credits)
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Project Management is available to those whose positions require the knowledge and skills provided by the MBA Project Management concentration, but who do not wish to pursue the MBA. Completion of the certificate requirements does not ensure acceptance into the MBA program. If a candidate is admitted into the MBA program, the certificate courses can be applied to the program.
This certificate provides a comprehensive and detailed analysis of each stage of a business project including the conceptualization, planning, scheduling, evaluation, risk analysis, and control of a business project, and other key areas such as total quality management, and leadership for projects. This certificate is relevant to an array of
business professionals, including project managers, supervisors, general and marketing managers, and practitioners seeking to learn more about project management.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for the certificate, the applicant must submit the following items to
the Office of Admissions:
- Application for Admission;
- Application for Virginia In-State Tuition Rates (if applicable);
- Nonrefundable application fee; and
- Official transcript indicating completion of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Required Courses
ACCT 201 Accounting for Managers (3 credits)
LRSP 412 Marketing for Managers (3 credits)
MBUS 516 Project Management (3 credits)
MBUS 526 Organizational Change and Transformation (3 credits)
MBUS 537 Contracting for Managers (3 credits)
MBUS 539 Project Evaluation (3 credits)
MBUS 546 Risk Management for Project Managers (3 credits)
MBUS 547 Quality Management for Projects (3 credits)
Advising Guide - Effective Fall 2007