Project Management - Florida State University

Project Management from Florida State University is a Campus Master Management and Innovation degree that prepares you for a Business career. The importance of Project Management has grown substantially in the past decade as the size and complexity of projects have increased. Projects are often delivered late (or not at all), and budgets are exceeded, which affects profitability?these difficulties underscore the need for well-trained, certified project managers. The graduate certificate program provides the foundation necessary to plan for these difficulties and achieve success as a project manager. Students who obtain the Graduate Certificate in Project Management will have a set of skills and knowledge that prepare them to excel at managing projects as well as preparing them to take the international Project Management Professional (PMP) exam offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Career Opportunities The project management profession has grown dramatically over the last 15 years. Many companies have created project management offices to manage the project management processes within the company. Numerous private/governmental contracting officials require managers to demonstrate advanced training in project management, and many require certification. There has always been a need for project managers, but society has begun to recognize the need for training and expertise in project management . Several research studies have found that project managers who have knowledge and experience are more effective in the workplace. Such project managers save their employers money by increasing the prospects of finishing projects on time and on budget. Increasingly, project managers are widely recognized for their contributions to organizational productivity and project success. As a result, employers are willing to pay project managers for their knowledge and ability. View more details on Florida State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Management and Innovation courses.