Graduate Certificates

Online Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Get to Know Our Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Project management is a skill that can be put to work in a variety of industries.  Develop the essential skills to manage projects from start to finish across a variety of industries. Our Graduate Certificate in Project Management, aligned with PMI standards, covers key areas like communication and critical thinking, planning and scheduling, budget management, risk assessment and quality management for complex, multi-level projects. 

Meet Education Requirements for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Preparation.

Coursework in this program provides authorized content enabling students to meet education requirements for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam.1

DeVry is proud to be an Authorized Training Partner of the Project Management Institute (PMI). Faculty teaching the project management exam preparation course have completed specialized training and have earned the ATP Instructor badge.

Project Management Graduate Certificate Mission Statement

The mission of the Keller Graduate School of Management’s Project Management Graduate Certificate Program is to provide students with the required knowledge, skills and abilities to lead projects and programs in the modern, global workforce. 

Complimentary PMI Student Membership

To support you along your professional development journey, students enrolled in select courses receive a complimentary PMI student membership. Aspiring project managers can use this membership to:

  • Download a free PMBOK® Guide and other PMI resources1

  • Access project management templates and tools

  • Receive discounts on certification exam fees and more

A complimentary PMI student membership is provided to students enrolled in PROJ585, PROJ586, PROJ592, PROJ595, PROJ598 and PROJ601.

Classes start on May 5, 2025
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Accreditation and Recognition Matter

Being accredited means we’ve met rigorous quality standards and are committed to giving you the education you deserve.  We're proud to be accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Higher Learning Commission - www.hlcommission.org. 

 

DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org. The University’s Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation.

 

Our Graduate Certificate in Project Management is accredited2 by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)  www.acbsp.org. 

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Student Achievement
At-a-Glance

Our Project Management graduate certificate is accredited3 by the Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC®) of the Project Management Institute, www.gacpm.org.

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Accelerated Schedule*
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8 months
Average 9 credits per semester
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Normal Schedule**
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12 months
Average 6 credits per semester

ACCELERATE AT YOUR SCHEDULE

Choose the schedule that best fits your goals and commitments. You can earn your Graduate Certificate in as few as 8 months.*

Or, follow a normal schedule and complete your program in 12 months.**

*Accelerated schedule does not include breaks and assumes 2 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in 9 credit hours a semester per 8 month period.

**Normal schedule does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in 6 credit hours a semester per 12 month period.

  • 01 Knowledge & Skills
  • 02 Embedded Programs
  • 03 Career
  • 04 FAQs
  • 05 Catalog Download
Knowledge & Skills

What You'll Learn

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management covers the following in our online project management courses:

  • Advanced Understanding of PM
    Model an advanced, integrated and applied understanding of project management as a discipline.
  • Innovative Solutions Development
    Demonstrate the skills required to scope and solve complex problems and develop innovative solutions that minimize risks and optimize impacts for both projects and programs.
  • Management of Complex Activities
    Manage complex and technical activities within both predictable and unpredictable environments by integrating knowledge and solutions from practitioner and academic viewpoints.
  • Leadership Skills
    Apply leadership skills to promote a positive environment, motivate team members and deliver a sustained competitive advantage.
Stackable Programs

Certificate to Master's Degree

At Keller, many of our programs are stackable. With a graduate certificate, you can earn a graduate-level credential with less time and tuition—and qualifying credits apply directly to a related master’s degree at Keller, such as an MBA with a Specialization in Project Management. This stackable model4 enables you to choose the building blocks you need to fit your career goals and earn two credentials in one. Refer to the academic catalog for details.

The figures displayed represent the minimum courses required for graduation.
Additional coursework may be necessary to complete program requirements.

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MBA with Project Management Concentration
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Career

Career Opportunities With a Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Graduates of our Graduate Certificate in Project Management may consider careers such as:

  • Project Coordinator

  • Program Manager

  • Project Manager

  • Project Specialist

  • Supply Chain Manager

FAQs: Graduate Certificate in Project Management 

What industries use project managers?

Project managers can be found across nearly every industry, though their exact job titles may differ from company to company. By using a combination of business skills and industry knowledge to ensure that productivity goals are being met, project managers help organizations of all sizes optimize their day-to-day operations.

Is a graduate certificate different from a master's degree?

Yes, a graduate certificate is different from a master's degree. A graduate certificate in project management is a credential that sits between a bachelor's degree and a master's degree or an MBA with a Specialization in Project Management. A project management graduate certificate typically takes less time to earn than a master's degree, making it a great choice for people who wish to add an extra credential to their resume but do not have time to enroll in a longer degree program.

At DeVry, several of our graduate certificates are stackable,4 including our online Project Management Graduate Certificate. With stackable programs, you can earn a graduate-level credential and then directly apply any qualifying credits toward one of our related master’s degrees.

Can I earn a graduate certificate in project management online?

Yes! At Keller we offer an online Graduate Certificate in Project Management program that enables you to work towards your certificate on your own schedule. This can be a great solution for people who are already in the workforce, or for those who have other commitments that may make it a challenge to attend in-person project management classes.

Can the Graduate Certificate in Project Management help prepare me to pursue project management certifications?

As a Premier level Authorized Training Partner (ATP) of the Project Management Institute (PMI), Keller offers the project management exam preparation course PROJ605, which provides authorized content helping students meet education requirements for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam.1 Faculty teaching this course have completed specialized project management training and have earned the ATP Instructor badge. Complete information can be found in the Program Guide.

What different project management certifications could I pursue?

Certifications offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and CompTIA are examples of certifications intended to benefit project managers at varying stages of their careers.

PMI offers a half-dozen certifications1 aligned with various aspects of project management, such as risk management, portfolio management and program management, and project managers’ career stages:

·       Project Management Professional (PMP)®
·       Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®
·       Program Management Professional (PgMP)®
·       Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)®
·       PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)®
·       PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)®

The Project+ certification from CompTIA is designed for project management professionals in the IT industry and covers methodologies, frameworks and Agile skills needed to manage IT projects effectively.

What project management tools are taught in the Project Management Graduate Certificate program?

Coursework in this online program covers project management skills such as risk management, contract and procurement management, project cost and schedule control, IT project management and more, with some aspects of the curriculum focusing on Agile methodology, a project management framework that breaks down projects into several phases or “sprints.” The methodology’s 6 sprints are plan, design, develop, test, deploy and review.

What is the difference between a project management certificate and a project management certification?

Certificate and certification are both important in terms of your career development, but are different in some key ways. A certificate is an education credential that is earned by successfully completing a series of courses. Industry experience isn’t required to earn a certificate, but there may be certain education prerequisites (for example, a bachelor’s degree is a prerequisite for our Graduate Certificate in Project Management program.)

Certifications are industry credentials offered by third-party organizations that set industry standards and are earned by passing specific exams to verify relevant skills in a particular industry or profession (for example, the CAPM® certification in project management.) Earning an industry certification generally requires you to have some level of professional knowledge and experience in the field.

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*Accelerated schedule does not include breaks and assumes 2 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in 9 credit hours a semester per 8 month period. 
 
**Normal schedule does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in 6 credit hours a semester per 12 month period.

1As a Premier level Authorized Training Partner (ATP) of the Project Management Institute (PMI), Keller is proud to offer the project management exam preparation course PROJ605. This course provides authorized content helping students meet education requirements for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam. Faculty teaching PROJ605 have completed specialized training and have earned the ATP Instructor badge. PMBOK, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP), PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP), and PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

2Student Achievement At-a-Glance - Available for all of DeVry and Keller's ACBSP accredited programs. For a full list of DeVry University's business and accounting degree programs accredited by ACBSP, please see the Accreditation page. 

3Enrollment and Graduation Data -  Available for all of DeVry and Keller’s GAC® accredited programs. PMBOK is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc. The GAC seal is a mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

4At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program. Refer to the academic catalog for details.