Associate's Certificate
in Project Management
This certificate is also available via ESI's e-Training courses.
ESI's Associate's Certificate in Project Management provides an introduction to project management for those professionals who require a less comprehensive approach or who need training in a specific area.
Backed by The George Washington University School of Business in Washington, DC, this certificate is ideal for project leaders, project team members, those new to project management, professionals from other areas who work with project managers or anyone seeking development in project management.
The associate's certificate complements the Project Management Institute's new Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) credential and begins to lay the groundwork for anyone seeking PMI's Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification.
Requirements
You must successfully complete three courses within two years.
Exceptions: Courses for Experienced Project Managers, Business Analysis, workshops and the PMP® Exam Review courses may not be applied to the associate's certificate. You must adhere to the restrictions on the course pages.
Course Order
Although there is no order in which you must take the courses leading to the associate's certificate, we recommend you take the introductory course first to become familiar with basic project management terminology and principles.
Note: All courses taken for the associate's certificate may be applied toward a master's certificate.
Sample Certificate Paths
The associate's certificate is a highly flexible program designed to meet your specific needs. See examples of ways you can structure your courses for your associate's certificate.
Course Completion Certificates
Each time you complete a course and pass the final exam (in courses in which testing is required) you receive a certificate of completion from The George Washington University School of Business and Public Management.
Students successfully completing the courses as required will receive an associate's certificate by mail six to eight weeks after completion of the third qualifying course.
Preparation for PMP Certification
ESI's courses and study tools can help you prepare for PMI's PMP® certification exam and maintain your certification.
Build Your Professional Credentials
| Associate's Certificate |
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| You must take one of the following two introductory courses... |
| Managing Projects or Managing IT Projects |
| The remaining two courses may be taken from... |
| Project Management core courses |
| IT Project Management courses |
| Project Management elective courses |
| Business Skills core courses (limit one) |
| Receive Your Certificate |
Upon successful completion of the required courses, you will earn an Associate's Certificate in Project Management awarded by The George Washington University.
Office of Student Affairs
For more information about substitutions, master's certificates, qualifying classes, certificate completion dates, transcripts, ACE credit, professional development units (PDUs) and other professional credits, contact the ESI Office of Student Affairs, +1 (888) ESI-4681.
Course Counselors
Our Course Counselors are ready to help you plan your certificate or select courses that best meet your needs and career goals. A Course Counselor is available at +1 (888) ESI-4680.
ESI's Partnership with GW
Through its partnership with GW, ESI courses lead to master's certification in program management, project management and contracting and professional certification in business analysis and business skills. The master's and professional’s certificates are professional credentials that represent the attainment of advanced knowledge and skills. The program does not carry academic credit.