Project Management

Do you like to get things done? Do you like to organize people and make sure deadlines are met? Are you a good communicator? If so, you have natural project management skills. The challenge is how to apply your natural ability to get things done or desire to provide more organization and value for a current or potential employer.  First, you need to understand there’s a methodology behind your natural ability and/or your desire to secure a new role or job; it’s called project management.

The Project Management Certificate program provides the tools, skills, and understanding of project management methods, from planning and executing a project to more complex skills such as risk management, systems analysis, and organizational change. Using real-world scenarios, the program is designed to provide you with an understanding of how project management is used in industries such as Information Technology, Health Care, Government, and Finance, to name a few. Every industry uses project management; it is a versatile skill to have.

What’s the Job Outlook for a Project Management Specialist?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment outlook for Project Management Specialists is projected to grow 7% from 2021-2031. 

The following positions are similar occupations:

• Associate Project Manager
• Project Scheduler
• Logisticians
• Management Analysts
• Market Research Analysts

_{Citation: Bureau of Labor Statistics –Project Management Specialist}