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Project Management

Learn the tools and techniques necessary for pursuing a career with solid foundation.

Pursue a profession that's in demand.

UCLA Extension Project Management programs can give those seeking careers in the fields of project management, Agile methodology, and Lean Six Sigma the edge needed to stand out in a competitive landscape.

While our primary program will teach you project management principles that can be applied to any industry (AI, business, engineering, entertainment, medical field, etc.), we also offer educational paths to help you hone the knowledge, tools, and techniques in Agile methodologies and Lean Six Sigma, which are especially advantageous to IT, software, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain.

For those who want to be prepared with these skills, whether exploring new career paths and unsure of which industry to pursue, committed to transitioning into project management and seeking to deepen their expertise, or aiming to specialize in a specific field, UCLA Extension offers a variety of programs tailored to support individuals at various stages of their career journey.

Project Management Offerings:

Free live online Information Session on Project Management Programs
Six-course certificate in Project Management
Three-course specialization in Agile Methodologies in Management
Three-course specialization in Lean Six Sigma
Nine-course certificate in Project Management with Concentration in Agile
Nine-course certificate in Project Management with Concentration in Lean Six Sigma
One-course in Project Management Exam Preparation (PMP)®
Pathway to Master of Science in Project Management
Or you can take any single course on its own from any of the programs above

WIOA Recognition

The South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) in Torrance, CA, reported 100% job placement of their students who have completed our Project Management Certificate program.

Project Management Professional (PMP)® Roadmap - FAQs

The UCLA Extension certificate in Project Management and the course on PMP® Exam Preparation both offer paths to the PMP® or CAPM® certification by PMI®. Discover which academic path works best for you.

Find a path that works for you.

Courses

Certificates

Specializations

Agile Methodologies with Scrum and Kanban

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Project Risk and Procurement Management

Project Quality and Leadership

Project Management

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Project Management with Concentration in Lean Six Sigma

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Project Management with Concentration in Agile

Agile Methodologies in Management

PMP® Exam Preparation Course

Prepare for success on the PMP® exam with guidance from our expert instructors.

Acquire proven techniques to master the project management framework, processes, formulas, theories, concepts, and applications. Engage in targeted exam practice sessions covering topics from all PMI® publications including the PMBOK® Guide, the Process Groups: A Practice Guide, PMI® Authorized PMP Exam Prep study guide, and more.

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Throughout the Project Management program, I was exposed to a comprehensive curriculum that encompassed all aspects of project management, including planning, execution, monitoring and control. The instructors, who were seasoned industry professionals, provided valuable insights and practical knowledge that enriched my understanding of project management principles and techniques.

Nazgul Zhardanbek

Project Management Certificate Student