Master project management and prepare for the PMP® certification exams.
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Towson University’s Project Management Professional (PMP®) prep course teaches you the critical skills needed to build your expertise and prove yourself as a leader in project management. After completing this 48 hour course, you will be prepared to sit for the PMP® exam.
Total Hours: 36-hour course
Tuition: $2,799 includes PMBOK® Guide and study materials
Register for this course at least 30 days in advance of the start date and receive a 5% discount on the price. Contact us for the unique registration link. Note: WIOA, G.I. Bill® and other tuition assistance programs are not eligible for this discount.
Location: This course will be taught live, online.
This course is WIOA approved and is on the Maryland Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL).
Upcoming Courses
| Dates | Schedule | Register |
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| July 11–August 17, 2022 | Monday & Wednesday, 6–9 p.m. | Register |
| September 6–October 12, 2022 | Monday & Wednesday, 6–9 p.m. NOTE: First class (September 6) is a Tuesday due to Labor Day |
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| February 6–March 13, 2023 | Monday & Wednesday, 6–9 p.m. | Register |
| April 25–June 1, 2023 | Monday & Wednesday, 6–9 p.m. | Register |
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Course Overview & Technology Requirements
Course Overview
Whether you're just starting out or are climbing the project management ladder, the Project Management Professional (PMP®) Preparation Course from Towson University's Continuing and Professional Studies can help you advance your career. This course provides you with the training, materials, and support to prepare you to sit for the PMP® exam. The PMP® certification is globally recognized as the preeminent project management professional credential.
Our course is developed and taught by a certified project manager. It combines interactive sessions with comprehensive training on the latest concepts, methods, and practices from the PMBOK® Guide.
Course Outline
Module 1
1 – Introduction to Project Management
2 – Organizational Processes
3 – Project Life Cycles; PM Processes
Module 2
4 – Project Integration Management
Module 3
5 – Project Scope Management
Module 4
6 – Project Time Management I
6 – Project Time Management II
Module 5
Team Project
7 – Project Cost Management I
Module 6
7 – Project Cost Management II
8 – Project Quality Management
Module 7
9 – Project Human Resource Management
10 – Project Communications Management
Team Project
Module 8
11 – Risk Management I
11 – Project Risk Management II
Team Project
Module 9
12 – Project Procurement Management
13 – Stakeholder Management
AGILE Project Management
Review, Test Tips, Practice Test
Prerequisites
No prerequisites are required to take this course. However, the certifying body has requirements to take the certification exam.
Certification Exam
Exam overview and application: PMI.org
Exam requirements
- Four-year degree
- Three years leading projects
- 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® certification
OR
- High school diploma or an associate's degree or global equivalent
- Five years leading projects
- 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® certification
Exam format
- 200 multiple choice questions
- Four hour time limit
Exam cost
- Member: $405.00
- Non-member: $555.00
Exam voucher: Not Included in tuition
Maintaining your certification: You are required to earn 60 PDUs in a three-year cycle. These PDUs can be broken down as follows:
- 35 minimum education PDUs
- 25 maximum giving back PDUs
About the Instructor
Tushar Rathod is an experienced project manager, adjunct professor and instructor skilled in adult learning styles. He brings the complex language and concepts of project management to meet students where they are. Mr. Rathod holds an MPA, PMP and CSM.
Technology Requirements
Hardware Requirements
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
- Webcams are strongly recommended.
Software Requirements
- PC: Windows XP or later.
- Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word (not included in enrollment).
- Windows Media Player.
- Adobe Flash Player. Download the Flash Player.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader. Download the Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.