Associate's Certificate in
Project Management / e-Training
This certificate is also available by combining e-Training courses
with our classroom courses.
ESI's Associate's Certificate in Project Management provides an introduction to project management and is appropriate for anyone who needs a basic working knowledge of project management.
Backed by The George Washington University School of Business in Washington, DC, this professional certificate distinguishes you from your peers. Below are certificate courses and requirements.
| Associate's Certificate |
|---|
| Take one and only one of the following introductory courses ... |
| Managing Projects or Managing IT Projects |
| The remaining two classes may be taken from the following lists... |
| Project Management Core courses |
| IT Project Management courses* |
| Project Management Elective courses* |
| Business Skills core courses (limit one) |
| Receive Your Certificate |
* These classes are available via ESI's classroom training and may be applied to the Associate's Certificate.
Upon successful completion of the required courses, you will earn an Associate's Certificate in Project Management awarded by The George Washington University.
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.
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.