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Ministry-approved title: Project Management
Skilled project management professionals possess the knowledge, tools, and techniques to drive success across industries. From accelerating product development to optimizing processes, they ensure objectives are met on time and on budget. Project management is one of the top skill sets sought by organizations to ensure their planning comes to life. By 2030, the demand for project managers will soar and several new professionals will be needed. Our rigorous program equips students with real-world experience, setting them up for success. Let’s transform your learning — inquire about this program today!
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Are you ready to take your project management skills to the next level? Our comprehensive certificate program is designed specifically for students with previous education and experience. Here’s why you should consider joining:
Tailored for experienced professionals:
What you’ll gain:
Real-World Application:
Global Relevance:
Career Advancement:
Expert Faculty:
Flexible Learning Options: Our program offers flexibility to fit your busy schedule:
Networking Opportunities:
Your Next Step:
Project managers are key employees in many organizations, managing a wide array of projects in almost every major industry. In just eight months, you will gain the foundation for success and develop the ability to:
Remember, our program isn’t just about theory — it’s about practical skills, industry connections, and career growth. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
Please see the admission requirements section of this page for more detail.
Students entering their first year of studies in a Faculty of Business and Information Technology program will receive a membership to all of Durham Region’s Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade for the duration of their studies, plus an additional year following graduation. As one of the only colleges in Ontario with this offering, DC is proud to provide students with access to local businesses at a regional level.
The Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade include:
Membership benefits:
The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyDC.
Courses, course descriptions and delivery formats are subject to change.
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Detailed schedules, with course-specific delivery information, will be available after registration. Courses, course descriptions and delivery formats are subject to change.
Our students come to this program from various backgrounds, all supporting project management skills as part of their mandate. Most organizations look for candidates that can apply project management skills within specific industries such as (but not limited to):
Durham College students registered in the Project Management graduate certificate program will be enrolled for student membership with the Project Management Institute (PMI), and the PMI Durham Highlands Chapter (PMI-DHC), located in Durham Region. This one-year renewable membership will support students in making networking connections and reviewing their options after the program is completed. It is highly recommended that a student consider the CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management) certification from PMI® after graduation to show their commitment to the profession and further increase their chances for gaining employment. Possessing a certification will give students an advantage in the hiring process.
Qualified graduates may also choose to pursue further studies including Durham College’s Human Resources Management, Information Systems Security, or Sport Business Management graduate certificate programs.
MSc Project Management - Robert Gordon University
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Participating in the optional work term semester is an excellent way to build your professional network, explore career paths and apply in-class teachings to real work situations.
Effective September 2023, students in the Project Management graduate certificate program will be invited to apply to the optional work term semester during their first academic semester. Entrance to the optional work term semester is limited and the processes for securing a work term are competitive. Students who qualify for the optional work term semester will be eligible to complete a four-month, paid work term after academic semester 2.
Supports are available through Experiential Learning to assist students with securing their work terms. In addition, Experiential Learning is in contact with work term students and their employers during the work terms to help with any questions.
Courses and course descriptions are subject to change.
Once transferred to the work term option of this program, students will have an administrative fee of $475 assessed to their accounts during the academic semester(s) prior to scheduled work term(s). The administrative fee goes to support the broad array of support services provided to work term students. These services are dedicated to support student success.
If you are an international student enrolled in the work term option, you are required to have a valid co-op work permit before starting your work term. You must apply for and receive a Social Insurance Number in order to work in Canada. Documentation and instructions on how to apply for a co-op work permit will be provided only to students who are successful with their application into the work term option once semester 1 grades have been finalized.
Find more information about the benefits of becoming a co-op student.
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