A program built for leaders in a project management role.

Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to develop well-rounded project managers by combining strong technical project management expertise with the leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills that distinguish exceptional project leaders.

Aligned with industry standards.

The program follows the standards set by the Project Management Institute (PMI)® in their Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide, Eighth Edition), and is delivered by PMI® Certified instructors. Completing the certificate earns you education hours, or Professional Development Units (PDUs) that can be applied toward PMP® and other PMI® certifications.

Recognized by employers.

Our Bootcamp format is particularly valued by employers for its distinct focus on team-based learning and applied practice. UBC Sauder Professional Growth is a proud recipient of the Program Excellence Award from the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education (CAUCE).

Learn without putting your career on hold. 

Our 3-month Live Online Bootcamp meets just one evening a week, so you can build new skills while maintaining your regular work schedule.

Grounded in real-world practice.

From case studies of real project successes and failures to team-based simulations, the program is built around applied learning. You won't just study project management, you'll actively practice and apply it throughout the program.

Community that extends beyond the classroom.

As a UBC Sauder student, you join a network of professionals and alumni across industries. UBC Sauder Professional Growth is also a diamond sponsor of the PMI Canadian West Coast Chapter, connecting students to local networking events, mentorship programs, and speaker sessions.

 

Impact on your organization, team or business:

• Reduce project risk by applying proven frameworks and proactive risk management strategies from initiation through closeout
• Improve delivery outcomes by managing competing demands of scope, time, cost, and quality with discipline and clarity
• Lead high-performing teams with the interpersonal and communication skills to build trust, resolve conflict, and sustain momentum across complex, cross-functional initiatives
• Drive organizational alignment by connecting project objectives to broader business goals and stakeholder expectations
• Build internal project management capability that scales — whether your team is managing software implementations, infrastructure projects, or organizational change initiatives
• Pursue professional certification—graduates are well-positioned to write the PMP® exam, adding a globally recognized credential to your team's profile

• Project Management principles defined in the PMBOK Guide® version 8 and how they might be applied to a project
• Define the possible dimensions of project success and craft a vision statement for a project
• PMI's recommended 'management framework' and how the five interacting focus areas are used to establish control over a project and maintain momentum
• The differences between traditional (structured) Project Management practices and Agile Project Management practices
• Ensure a project is properly organized by creating a project plan appropriate for the needs of a particular project
• Use ‘sprints' to develop a product and maximize the value delivered by a project
• Explore the role of AI in modern project management and its practical application across the project lifecycle.
• Engage stakeholders and ensure effective communications
• Lead teams and ensure a productive, healthy and effective team culture
• Interface to senior management to ensure a project remains aligned to organizational needs
• Outline common mistakes made in projects and describe the elements that help ensure project success.