The Complete Project Manager with CAPM AND PMP Prep
Project Management Certification Preparation
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® and the Project Management Professional (PMP)® are the leading credentials for project managers across a variety of high-demand industries. This 100% online project management course will teach you the fundamentals of project management based on the Project Management Institute's (PMI) ® "A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide®)"—included in your enrollment.
In addition to this, you will also receive other instructional materials such as "CAPM Exam Prep," "Process Group: A Practice Guide," "PMP Exam Prep," and "Agile Practice Guide." By completing this course, you will be fully equipped with the knowledge and skills required to pass the CAPM and PMP certification exams and be well-versed in the concepts and procedures of professional project management.
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Job Outlook for Project Managers
- According to a study of the job markets in 11 countries by the Anderson Economic Group (AEG), worldwide demand for project managers is expected to grow by 28% by 2030, with 90 million current project managers employed. That growth translates to a need for 25 million new project management professionals globally.
- Many organizations expect a significant shortage of project management talent for the same time period. The automotive, healthcare, infrastructure development, and green technologies industries may experience especially acute talent gaps.
- According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), project coordinators and managers earn an average of \$67,280 per year. Project managers with specialized technical skills command salaries in excess of \$100,000 per year, according to the PMI.
- The overall national median salary of a CAPM-certified project manager is between \$53,000 and \$79,000, with many of the highest-paying project management jobs found in IT.
Project Management FAQs
What does a project manager do?
Generally, a "project" is a sequence of activities that results in a specific outcome, achievement or commodity. Project managers organize, launch and manage the people, processes, and resources that combine to create successful projects. Project managers may oversee the development of new or refreshed products, processes, or business centers.
Is certification necessary for a project management career?
Certification designates a project manager as a dedicated professional who has undertaken a disciplined course of study and approaches their work in an organized and efficient manner.
Data from the Project Management Institute indicates that holders of its PMP® certification earn higher salaries than their peers. Those with a PMP certification reported higher median salaries than project professionals without a PMP certification—22% higher on average across the 42 countries surveyed. The average salary for project management-oriented employee (PMOE) occupations in the U.S. is \$111,399, compared to the salary of non-PMOE occupations at \$62,572.
What are the best certifications for project managers?
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) and the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certifications from the PMI are considered the premiere qualifications for project management professionals.
What are the leading industries for project management careers?
Although nearly every industry needs project managers, technology, construction, manufacturing, professional services, energy, and healthcare are especially strong sectors for project management careers.
Course Objectives
Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep
- Meet the education prerequisites for the CAPM certification
- Understand the essential elements of a project management foundation
- Learn how to execute a project from start to finish
- Be familiar with the most common project management concepts and terminology
- Master the creation of project-driven budgets and timelines
- Learn how to predict and prevent risks
Mastering Project Management with PMP® Prep
- Advanced project management concepts and definitions
- Project selection and proposal processes
- How to evaluate projects and take appropriate next steps
- How to select, plan, execute, control and complete projects
- Agile Basics and Principles
Prepare to take and pass the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exams from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
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Prerequisites and Requirements
- CAPM: There are no specific prerequisites for taking this course.
- PMP: You should have at least two years of experience managing projects or completing the Project Management Essentials with CAPM Prep course.
Meet Your Instructors
Nikki Choyce
Nikki Choyce, PMP, has been involved in the project management field for more than 20 years and has worked as a project management consultant and instructor for much of that time. She has worked in a variety of industries, including Information Technology, Insurance, Manufacturing, Marketing, Aerospace, Construction, Telecommunications, and Healthcare. She has worked with Microsoft Project for over 15 years. She holds the professional Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®.
Erica Kirwan
Erica Kirwan has more than 15 years of experience in process and project management. Previously, Kirwan served as Senior Project Manager for a Fortune 200 financial services company. She earned an Advanced Project Management Certification from Stanford University and the professional Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems and a Master of Public Administration.
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