Graduate Certificate in Leading and Managing Technical Projects — Online
The Graduate Certificate in Leading and Managing Technical Projects is designed to equip current and aspiring project managers with the skills required of major projects in a technical environment.
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Overview
Northeastern’s Graduate Certificate in Leading and Managing Technical Projects empowers you with the essential technical project management principles of planning, scheduling, and handling change.
Targeted coursework in this certificate program exposes you to skills that can be applied across industries - including IT, engineering, software, energy, construction, finance, and biotech.
Unique interactive features allow you to bring real-life issues from work into the classroom and work on them collaboratively as case studies and projects – giving you the ability to apply what you’ve learned immediately.
This experiential collaboration also extends to the program’s expert faculty, who have extensive experience managing and leading projects across a wide range of technical environments. Students benefit from these professional mentors, as they share strategies and challenges from their daily work within their industries.
Program objectives
- Develop the leadership and management skills to lead technical projects
- Learn how to communicate technical content to a non-technical audience
- Gain practice leading remote teams, including global teams
- Plan and schedule projects using the most current and relevant methodologies
- Develop a personal leadership approach to motivate and inspire others
Unique Features
- Certificate coursework can be applied to Northeastern's Master of Science in Project Management degree.
- Design allows students to use their own projects as case studies, incorporating experiential learning.
- Boston and Online programs allow working professionals flexibility to study around their schedule.
Career Prospects
Beginning your journey with us is a big decision. But it's a smart one. Your field is evolving rapidly. That's why we're constantly innovating our programs to anticipate your industry's needs. So, no matter where your field goes, you can lead the way.
Average Salary, Project Management Specialist
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024
Average Salary, Software Development Manager
ZipRecruiter, 2024
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.
Get Set With a Custom Course Plan
Please note: The following is a sample curriculum and is subject to change. Enrolled students should reference the academic catalog for current program requirements.
Cost and Tuition
Tuition
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2024-2025 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. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
Application Deadlines
Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis; however, we do recommend the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term:
Domestic Application Guidelines
International Application Guidelines*
*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.
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Where They Work
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What They Do
- Education
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- Community and Social Services
- Operations
- Human Resources
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What They're Skilled At
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Management
- Teaching
- Strategic Planning
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