Graduate Certificate in Project Management — Boston
The Graduate Certificate in Project Management is designed to provide a practical and theoretical understanding of how projects are planned and executed.
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Overview
Northeastern’s Graduate Certificate in Project Management is designed to provide you with both practical skills and a theoretical understanding of how projects are planned and executed.
With targeted coursework designed to accommodate various levels of project management experience, you will examine project planning and scheduling, risk management, cost and budget management, project evaluation and assessment
Project management principles covered in this curriculum are applicable to both manufacturing and service industries - with a focus on the skill sets that have become increasingly important to technical and managerial employees across organizations in software engineering, construction management, and financial services.
Students who successfully complete this graduate certificate will be capable of fulfilling the education requirements of the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam.
Program objectives
- Gain a practical and theoretical understanding of how projects are planned and executed
- Develop project evaluation and assessment skills
- Build an understanding of risk, cost and budget management
Unique Features
- Choose from elective courses covering a range of topics pertinent to the project management field
- Certificate coursework can be applied to Northeastern's Master of Science in Corporate and Organizational Communication, Nonprofit Management, and Project Management degrees
- Multiple campus locations provide students with a backdrop of innovation and exposure to industry leaders
- Online program design provides flexibility and interactive experience for working professionals
Career Prospects
Avg. Salary, professional and tech services project manager
Avg. Salary, finance and insurance project manager
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.
Required Courses
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PJM 5900 is for students with less than three years of experience directing or leading project tasks and is recommended for students who do not have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Project software. Students who do not complete PJM5900 take project management electives to satisfy required program credits.
Elective Courses
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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.
Did you know?
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.
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Admissions
- Online application
- Statement of purpose (500–1000 words): identifies your educational goals and expectations from the program; please be aware that the university's academic policy on plagiarism applies to your statement of purpose
- Professional resumé
- Unofficial undergraduate transcripts; official transcripts required at the time of admission
- The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the FCE requirements by country.)
- English language proficiency proof: Students for whom English is not their primary language must submit one of the following:
- Official associate or bachelor's degree transcript from an accredited college or university in the U.S., stating degree conferral and date
- TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, or NU Global Exam scores
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