Professional Certificate - IT Project Management (Non-Credit)

IT Project Managers play a crucial role in steering technology projects to success within organizations. By utilizing proven methodologies, they assist companies in cutting costs, enhancing efficiencies, raising stakeholder satisfaction, and maintaining competitiveness. Individuals who are prepared to specialize in project management tailored for the dynamic realm of information technology can acquire targeted skills and knowledge through the Professional Certificate – IT Project Management program. This practical, classroom-based training, located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is specifically designed for international students and offers a straightforward route into the field of IT project management—a sector characterized by its demand for unique strategies and technical insights that differ from those required in general project management.

Following the guidelines of the Project Management Institute’s (PMI’s) PMBOK® Guide – Seventh Edition, this applied program furnishes participants with a practical toolkit for IT-specific project management, along with crucial business and leadership strategies for designing, leading, and managing technology projects. Participants will develop sought-after skills to communicate effectively, organize efficiently, and lead confidently across all stages of IT project management—from planning and initiation to execution, monitoring, and closure. By exploring Agile best practices and frameworks tailored for digital innovation, participants will gain the expertise necessary to steer IT projects from inception to completion. Through real-world case studies, hands-on exercises, and collaborative experiences, the program prepares them to navigate changing requirements, tackle technical obstacles, and achieve project success in various organizational contexts.

This program is ideal for individuals looking to develop IT project management skills to design, lead, and manage technology projects across organizations. It emphasizes organizational and leadership skills for immediate on-the-job application while supporting professional industry certification goals. No prior formal training in project management or business is required.