Project Management

What You'll Learn
In this program, you'll build practical project management skills you can apply across a variety of industries. You'll learn how to:

• Plan and manage projects from initiation through completion.
• Define project scope, create schedules and manage budgets and resources.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and lead project teams.
• Apply Agile, Waterfall and hybrid project management approaches.
• Identify and manage project risks while monitoring progress and performance.
• Use AI and project management tools to improve planning, communication and reporting.

Who Should Enroll?
This program is designed for professionals who want to build or strengthen their project management skills. Whether you're managing projects in your current role, preparing for a career change or seeking to advance into a leadership position, you'll gain practical skills that can be applied across a variety of industries.

Program Format
The Project Management Certificate is a 100% online program designed to fit around a full-time work schedule. You'll complete self-paced coursework and participate in live expert-led sessions while building practical project management skills through hands-on activities.

Industry Tools
You'll gain experience with project management tools and technologies commonly used in the workplace. The program also introduces AI tools that can help improve project planning, communication and reporting.

Career Support
The program includes career resources to help you prepare for project management roles. Services include live workshops, one-on-one career coaching, résumé and cover letter reviews and LinkedIn profile support.

Certificate and Credentials
Upon successful completion, you'll receive a San Francisco State University Certificate of Completion. The program also includes preparation for the Jira Software Essentials Associate certification.

Career Opportunities
Project management skills are valuable across many industries, including business, healthcare, technology, construction, education and government. This certificate can help you prepare for roles such as project coordinator, project manager, program coordinator and operations manager.

Cost: Varies

Length: 10 weeks, six to eight hours of study each week

When to Start: Anytime

San Francisco State University partners with Ziplines Education to deliver online professional certificate programs that prepare you for today's workplace. Together, we offer flexible online learning, industry-relevant curriculum, experienced instructors and hands-on projects that help you build practical skills. Upon successful completion, you'll earn a San Francisco State University Certificate of Completion.

About Ziplines Education
Ziplines Education partners with accredited universities to deliver online professional certificate programs in high-demand fields. Its programs are designed to help working professionals develop practical skills that can be applied immediately in the workplace.