Graduate Certificate in Agile Project Management – Online
Northeastern University's online Graduate Certificate in Agile Project Management empowers students to explore agile principles and practices and remain up to date on current trends in the agile framework.
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Overview
The increasingly important role of agile practitioners and managers is becoming clear as agile business development processes are being adopted by major companies because of their high degree of success in achieving improved time to market, reducing costs, and increasing overall customer satisfaction.
This graduate certificate is led by highly credentialed faculty members who are agile practitioners with decades of experience in helping companies successfully implement agile in their organizations.
Through courses you take online, the curriculum will give you the opportunity to:
- Develop a strong framework and understanding of the role of agile management
- Develop an understanding of the agile management processes and methodologies
- Develop an understanding of how the agile approach to managing projects can deliver value to the organization
- Develop a personal leadership strategy for success as an agile practitioner
- Develop an agile evaluation plan to measure success
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Unique Features
- Courses are led by highly credentialed faculty who are agile practitioners
- Curriculum focuses on current trends and staying up to date with agile framework
- Online courses provide flexibility for working professionals
Experiential / Co-op opportunities
Northeastern's signature experience-powered learning model has been at the heart of the university for more than a century. It combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to acquire relevant, real-world skills you can immediately put into action in your current workplace.
This makes a Northeastern education a dynamic, transformative experience, giving you countless opportunities to grow as a professional and person.
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You know where you are headed and you've seen how our program will lead you there. So let's get going. Here's what you need to know before you enroll.
Application Requirements
- Online application
- Statement of purpose (500-1000 words): Identify your educational goals and expectations from the program; please be aware that the University's academic policy on plagiarism applies to applicant's statement of purpose
- Professional resumé: Current resumé that displays job responsibilities, relevant experience, and education history
- Unofficial undergraduate transcripts: (Official transcripts required at the time of admission)
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language
International Requirements
Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.
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Financing Requirements
Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.
How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.
Cost and Tuition
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2020-2021 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
Application Deadlines
Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis; however, we do recommend following the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term.
| Winter 2021 | Deadline |
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| November 2, 2020 | International out-of-country application complete (start date: January 19, 2021) |
| December 7, 2020 | International in-country application complete (start date: January 19, 2021) |
| January 1, 2021 | Domestic application complete (first half start: January 19, 2021) |
| February 12, 2021 | Domestic application complete (second half start: February 22, 2021) |
| Spring 2021 | Deadline |
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| February 8, 2021 | International out-of-country application complete (start date: April 12, 2021) |
| March 8, 2021 | International in-country application complete (start date: April 12, 2021) |
| April 2, 2021 | Domestic application complete (first half start: April 12, 2021) |
| May 14, 2021 | Domestic application complete (second half start: May 24, 2021) |
| Summer 2021 | Deadline |
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| May 10, 2021 | International out-of-country application complete (start date: July 12, 2021) |
| June 7, 2021 | International in-country application complete (start date: July 12, 2021) |
| July 2, 2021 | Domestic application complete (start date: July 12, 2021) |
| Fall 2021 | Deadline |
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| July 19, 2021 | International out-of-country application complete (start date: September 20, 2021) |
| August 23, 2021 | International in-country application complete (start date: September 20, 2021) |
| September 7, 2021 | Domestic application complete (first half start: September 20, 2021) |
| October 18, 2021 | Domestic application complete (second half start: November 1, 2021) |
Student Body Profile
Below is a look at where our Management alumni work, the positions they hold, and the skills they bring to their organization.
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Where They Work
- State Street
- Fidelity Investments
- Dell EMC
- IBM
- Liberty Mutual Insurance
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What They Do
- Business Development
- Sales
- Operations
- Finance
- Entrepreneurship
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What They're Skilled At
- Management
- Leadership
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
Learn more about Northeastern Alumni on Linkedin.
Career Opportunities and Services
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Did You Know?
A graduate certificate can boost your earnings by an average of 25% (Washington Post, 2012).
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Certificates are the fastest-growing form of postsecondary credentials in the United States (Chronicle of Higher Education, 2012).
From Our Alumni
"Professors consistently took deep dives into their areas of expertise and made sure to tie it back to real-world examples. That allowed me to bring new ideas to the workplace that were directly applicable to the problems we were facing." — Rick Keilty, Alumnus
From Our Faculty
"Northeastern is a world-class university with a tremendous trajectory. It's a wonderful institution where faculty can make a significant impact." — Assistant Professor Stratis Ioannidis
From Our Alumni
"Northeastern's programs are led by skilled and experienced industry leaders who are committed to the engagement and growth of their students." — Stephen O'Halloran, '14