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Classes starting in the Fall of 2008.

Introduction
In today's business environment it is vital for organizations to develop project managers who can complete individual projects on time and within budget. Project Management is a critical skill that can be applied to any industry at any level within a small, medium or large organization. Project management training and PMI certification provide individuals and organizations with an edge in the competitive global marketplace. Project Management Training from UMASS Dartmouth will provide individuals and organizations with the skills, knowledge, tools and techniques they need to successfully manage projects on time and within budget. It will also prepare participants to successfully acquire the most prestigious certification in the project management profession, PMI Certification.

Why PMI certification?

• PMI certifications are globally recognized.
• Acquiring a PMI Certification is a rigorous, examination-based process that represents the highest professional standards.
• PMI Certification Program maintains ISO 9001 certification in Quality Management Systems.
• PMI ensures unfaltering commitment of PMP Certification holders by laying down Continuing Certification Requirements Program as a necessary condition for maintaining your PMP credential.

Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand  the nine project management knowledge areas and the five process groups
• Define the elements of an effective project charter
• Identify and develop all the elements of a team charter
• Define the scope of a project - one of the most challenging tasks for a project management.
• Learn the stages of team development
• Identify the elements of the triple constraint
• Develop a project scope statement and the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Understand and use the different types of estimates
• Develop, monitor and control schedules
• Determine strategies for handling change requests
• Learn how to identify, quantify, and manage risk
• Learn conflict resolution techniques
• Understand the importance of a project closeout process

Who Should Attend

• Managers of long term complex programs
• Managers of small to medium projects
• Persons pursuing a career in project management
• PMP® designation candidate
• Employees earning a project management credential for career security and advancement

Additional Information:

For additional information on the Project Management Fast Track program, please contact David Pedro, PCE Advisor, at dpedro@umassd.edu or call (508) 990-1160 ext. 104.