Project Management Certificate

The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is dedicated to student growth and success, and this is seen through both the quality of instruction we offer and the versatile course structure we provide. In fact, our B.S. in Business Administration program features a stackable certificate option, allowing our students to further develop their abilities so they can be fully prepared for their future career roles.

One of these stackable certificate options is our online project management certificate, a program designed to help students hone their skills to better plan and implement successful projects within the workplace. Read on to learn all about our project management certification and everything that P.I.T. can provide.

The Role of Project Management in the Business World

Project management entails the planning, organization, supervision, and realization of a project from its inception to its completion. Some of the duties of a project management role include:

Outlining a project’s goals for all relevant parties
Drafting an implementable plan of action
Ensuring appropriate resources are in place to complete the project
Overseeing the team working on the project
Communicating needs clearly and modifying approaches as circumstances require

Effective project management greatly affects the efficiency and productivity of a business, since it ensures that work is completed on time and on budget and that an organization remains efficient and profitable. In today’s business world, where both speed and accuracy are crucial, project management is essential to operations.

Students interested in this field can benefit greatly from our project management certification that’s been designed to give them the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.

Key Statistics and Trends for the Project Management Field

To help you get a better sense of what to expect from your career and the market after completing project management courses, here are some key project management statistics and trends:

Nearly one million people in the United States have a project management career
80% of individuals in the project management field feel that proper management of project portfolios is vital for the success of a business
89% of organizations feature at least one project management office
85% of project managers regularly oversee multiple projects concurrently
Staffing can be a concern for project managers, as 43% in the role believe that their project teams are understaffed
Organizations that use project management best practices have been shown to waste 28 times less money than organizations that lack project management
82% of respondents feel that project managers are essential to make projects successful
More than 50% of people expect their organizations’ project management offices to offer more services in the future
66% of those in the field stated that their organizations supported investing in project management software
77% of projects that perform at a high level use some form of project management software
73% of companies look for reliability, easy integration, and user friendliness as key components of any project management software they choose, but they often struggle finding these elements
It’s been projected that by 2030 the number of project management professionals worldwide will surpass 25 million

An Overview of Our Applied Project Management Certificate

We are proud to offer our project management certificate as one of the stackable certificate options within our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program. Offered fully online, this certificate concentration is ideal for students who possess natural leadership and organizational abilities and want to contribute to thriving teams.

Students pursuing our project manager certification will learn the tools and skills they need to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects. These attributes will be developed as part of coursework that focuses on design thinking, project quality management, project time management, and more.

Following completion of our B.S. in Business Administration and the stackable project management certificate, students can go on to a variety of high-profile roles, such as:

Project manager/management specialist – As stated above, a project manager oversees the planning, organization, supervision, and realization of a project from its inception to its completion. The median annual wage for project management specialists is approximately $98,000.
Logistician – Professionals in this role analyze and coordinate the supply chain of an organization, handling needs for purchases, transportation, warehousing, and more. The median annual wage for logisticians is approximately $79,000.
Program manager – These operatives oversee and coordinate strategic initiatives within a company, which can include those relating to projects, products, and more. The median annual wage for program managers is approximately $86,000.
Project scheduler – Working closely with project managers, project schedulers create and oversee project schedules, provide task coordination, and manage project timelines. The median annual wage for project schedulers is approximately $99,000.
Service manager – These individuals manage service level agreements for services provided by an organization, and can oversee performance analysis, process improvements, and customer service work. The median annual wage for service managers is approximately $79,000.
Project coordinator – Professionals in this role organize and oversee various components of a project to ensure a successful outcome is achieved on time and on budget. The median annual wage for project coordinators is approximately $56,000.
Consultant – Consulting project managers can provide temporary assistance to organizations or businesses wishing to become more efficient. The median annual wage for consultants would depend on a variety of factors including the amount of work completed in a given year, but would generally be in line with project management specialists at approximately $98,000.

Regardless of which career path you choose to pursue following project management courses, know that specialists in this field are well-positioned for a host of employment opportunities. For instance, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the project management specialist field is projected to grow 7% from 2023 to 2033, outpacing the average for all occupations.

Beyond the Online Project Management Certificate

As stated above, our applied project management certificate is part of the slate of optional, stackable certifications that can be taken in conjunction with our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program. Other stackable certificates include:

Supply chain and operations management
Digital marketing
Innovation and entrepreneurship
Healthcare administration

How Our Project Management Certificate Program Sets You Up for Success

By choosing the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology, you’re opting for a school dedicated to your education, enrichment, and career growth. Just some of the benefits of obtaining your online project management certificate at P.I.T. include:

A 15-1 student-to-faculty ratio that facilitates effective communication between students and their professors
Options for financial aid, grants, and scholarships
Free tutoring services, which can be scheduled in advance or provided for drop-ins
A 100% online structure, perfect for those with busy schedules

Along with all of these aspects for our online project management certificate, our team members additionally supply diverse support services to further help our students succeed. These services include:

Contact Us About Our Applied Project Management Certificate

Wanting to expand your skills and enhance your B.S. in Business Administration degree? Choose our stackable project management certificate today!

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