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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Enrollment
Full-Time, Part-Time
Entry Terms
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Completion Time
6-12 months
F1 Visa Eligible
Yes
Program Type
Classroom

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 

  1. Choose from elective courses covering a range of topics pertinent to the project management field 
  2. Certificate coursework can be applied to Northeastern's Master of Science in Corporate and Organizational Communication, Nonprofit Management, and Project Management degrees 
  3. Multiple campus locations provide students with a backdrop of innovation and exposure to industry leaders 
  4. Online program design provides flexibility and interactive experience for working professionals 

Career Prospects

$100,390

Avg. Salary, professional and tech services project manager

$104,930

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.

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  • Jacques Alexis

    Scholar practitioner with a unique combination of expertise in business economics, general management, portfolio, project, and operations management.
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  • Shannon Alpert

    Shannon Alpert, EdD, PMP
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Cost and Tuition

$15K*

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.

 

  • Where They Work

    • State Street
    • Fidelity Investments
    • Dell EMC
    • IBM
    • Liberty Mutual Insurance
  • What They Do

    • Business Development
    • Sales
    • Operations
    • Finance
    • Entrepreneurship
  • What They're Skilled At

    • Management
    • Leadership
    • Customer Service
    • Microsoft Office
    • Project Management

 

Learn more about Northeastern Alumni on Linkedin.

Admissions

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