Project Management
Overview
Learn top strategies and processes for planning, executing, and monitoring projects in the field of Project Management. Understand the difference between Agile and Waterfall project management, and know how to plan to get a PMI® Project Management Professional (PMP)®, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®, and other project management designations.
Not accepting applications at this time.
| Credential | Post-Degree Diploma |
|---|---|
| Length | 2 years |
| Hours | Part- or Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Program status | Under review |
| Credential | Post-Degree Diploma |
|---|---|
| Length | 2 years |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
| Program status | Closed |
What to expect
The courses will be presented using a variety of instructional strategies, resources and activities including lectures, active learning strategies, online activities, group activities, and projects.
Instructional activities require students to be actively engaged and collaborate with other students.
What you will learn
- Apply strategies and processes in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing projects.
- Manage risks to reduce project uncertainties.
- Demonstrate project management skills to optimize project outcomes.
- Adapt project management approaches to meet the specific needs of organizations.
- Apply strategies for managing stakeholders’ needs and expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Construct comprehensive project plans that address the goals and objectives of organizations.
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving techniques to make sound business management decisions and recommendations.
- Implement effective communication plans to ensure project success.
- Utilize change management strategies to support project implementation.
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behaviours as a project team member.
- Communicate and contribute as a project team member to the overall success of projects.
- Apply reflective practices to identify professional development opportunities and enhance lifelong learning.
Program duration and maximum time for completion
The program is delivered over four academic terms, each four months long. There is one term break between terms two and three.
Maximum time to complete the program is 4 years.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- An undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary institution, as determined by the institution
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent
Learn more about VCC's academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended considerations
- Motivated and disciplined.
- Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Experienced in word processing and use of spreadsheets
Program availability
Not currently available.
Not currently available.
Courses
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term One | Credits | |
| PGMT 1001 | Fundamentals of Project Management | 3 |
| PGMT 1002 | Product Development and Project Scope Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1004 | Business Communication | 3 |
| MGMT 1015 | Applied Quantitative Skills | 3 |
| MGMT 1014 | Business Management Essentials | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term Two | ||
| PGMT 1003 | Project Stakeholder and Communications Management | 3 |
| PGMT 1004 | Project Schedule and Cost Management | 3 |
| PGMT 1005 | Project Resource and Procurement Management | 3 |
| OPMT 1004 | Logistics and Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1002 | Introduction to Economics | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Term Three | ||
| PGMT 2001 | Project Quality and Risk Management | 3 |
| PGMT 2002 | Agile Project Management | 3 |
| OPMT 1005 | Process Improvement and Lean Design | 3 |
| PGMT 2003 | Project Leadership and Change Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1006 | Fundamentals of Marketing | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term Four | ||
| PGMT 2020 | Project Management Technology | 3 |
| PGMT 2021 | Project Integration and Capstone | 6 |
| PGMT 2022 | Project Contract Negotiations and Management | 3 |
| OPMT 2020 | Workplace Safety and Sustainability | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
How to apply
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VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
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Contact us
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