Overview
Taught by leading project management professionals, our award-winning program focuses on the competencies needed to become an effective leader, not just a Project Manager, and gives you the edge to stand out. Drawing on real-life case studies you will learn why projects fail and how to apply project management concepts, methodologies, and tools to achieve organizational success.
UBC Sauder Professional Growth is proud to be a gold sponsor of the PMI Canadian West Coast Chapter (PMI CWCC). We invest in the local professional association by providing support for the activities such as networking events, mentor programs, conferences and speaker sessions.
Who should attend
- The Project Management program is ideal for experienced and aspiring project managers.
- Project leaders and team members who want to develop their expertise in this critical organizational function.
- The curriculum applies to a wide range of industries and organizations including high tech, manufacturing, construction, healthcare, government, and small business.
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"I learned so much from this program that I could immediately and directly apply to my everyday work. It’s been an investment that has more than paid for itself.
Program benefits
Apply key project management concepts, methodologies, tools, and techniques to lead a project from initiation through planning, executing, controlling, and closing.
Manage competing demands for scope, time, cost, risk, obstacles, and quality while keeping the project on budget.
Develop practical approaches to all processes throughout the project life-cycle.
Employ leadership skills to effectively manage diverse, cross-functional teams.
Acquire Professional Development Units (PDUs), which can be used towards Project Management Institute certifications.
Pursue the Project Management Professional (PMP)® designation or other related industry professional certifications offered through the PMI®.
Skills you'll learn
Pathways to your certificate
Our comprehensive 5 course program is aligned with the Project Management Institute (PMI)® industry standards (PMBOK® Guide), the PMI Agile Practice Guide and PMI Talent Triangle. We recognize busy work and personal lives impact your choices for learning and development. Our 3.5-month Live Online Bootcamp - recognized by employers for its distinct focus on team-based learning
Six month curriculum
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Course |
Duration |
|---|---|
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Course 1: |
4 weeks |
| Course 2: Structured Project Management |
5 weeks |
| Course 3: Leading From the Middle |
5 weeks |
| Course 4: Agile Project Management |
5 weeks |
| Course 5: Applied Project Management |
6 weeks |
Winter 2026
Blended
A blend of in-person instructor-led sessions and live online class activities, combined with self-paced learning.
A blend of in-person instructor-led sessions and live online class activities, combined with self-paced learning.
Live Online
Real-time instructor-led interactions through scheduled live online sessions, combined with self-paced learning.
Real-time instructor-led interactions through scheduled live online sessions, combined with self-paced learning.
Online
Self-paced learning following a pre-scheduled assessment timeline including opportunities to collaborate with instructors and classmates in real-time.
Self-paced learning following a pre-scheduled assessment timeline including opportunities to collaborate with instructors and classmates in real-time.
Get your certificate faster
We recognize busy work and personal lives impact your choices for learning and development. Our 3.5-month Live Online Bootcamp - recognized by employers for its distinct focus on team-based learning
Certified Alumni's
Megan Airton-Cindric
Director of Client Success, Mellenger Interactive Ltd.
Marie-Pascale Lafreniere
Visual artist and non-regular faculty, Emily Carr University
Katelyn Giffin
Special Project Coordinator, UBC.
