Project Management, Certificate

Acquire the project management knowledge and skills needed in modern organizations with a certificate in project management from Saint Louis University's School for Professional Studies. Whether your career is in technology, manufacturing, sales or service, at SLU, you’ll gain the leadership, data and management competencies you need to succeed in a growing field.

As part of the Saint Louis University School for Professional Studies, this program offers enterprising adults like you a flexible option to meet your personal and career goals. With multiple start dates available, you can begin working toward your certificate at any time. All courses are offered in eight-week terms through SLU Online, making advanced education more accessible for working professionals.  

Faculty

As a student in the School for Professional Studies at Saint Louis University, you’ll learn from exceptional faculty who are leading experts in their fields. They bring real-world knowledge to the classroom and are dedicated to your professional success. Learn more about the SPS faculty.

Careers

Project management skills are needed across multiple disciplines. In 2021, the Project Management Institute projected that 25 million new project professionals would be needed worldwide by 2030.

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

There are two principal ways to help finance a Saint Louis University education:

• Scholarships: Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, service, leadership and financial need. The School for Professional Studies offers numerous scholarships and awards specifically for new students.
• Financial Aid: Financial aid is provided in the form of grants and loans, some of which require repayment.

To determine eligibility for financial assistance, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) early for maximum consideration. FAFSA is available online at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

For information on other scholarships and financial aid, visit the student financial services office online at Office of Student Financial Services.

1. Graduates will be able to describe the project management framework, addressing individual, team and organizational needs.
2. Graduates will be able to integrate leadership and management competencies to influence stakeholders.
3. Graduates will be able to use data to prioritize project resource requirements.
4. Graduates will be able to appraise project progress toward stated deliverables.
5. Graduates will be able to arbitrate trade-offs in delivering project success.

Admission Requirements

• Delayed enrollment in post-secondary education
• Attends part-time for at least part of the academic year
• Works full-time (35 hours or more/week) while enrolled
• Is financially independent
• Has dependents other than a spouse
• Is a single parent
• Has other demands that make traditional education less feasible

Program Requirements 

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.  

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.