Master's Certificate
Project Management with a concentration in IT Project Management
With everyone who's managed an IT project calling himself or herself an "IT project manager," professional credentials are increasingly important. ESI recognizes the importance of a solid foundation in project management skills within today’s IT industry. That’s why we’re pleased to offer the Master’s Certificate in Project Management with a Concentration in IT Project Management. This program, which is an update of our Master’s Certificate in IT Project Management, combines essential project management skills with a distinctly IT focus.
Backed by The George Washington University School of Business (GW) in Washington, D.C., this professional certificate is recognized throughout the industry and distinguishes project managers from their peers. The program does not carry academic credit.
| Master's Certificate |
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| You may choose to start by taking... |
| Managing IT Projects |
| Then take at least two of the following project management courses... |
| Project Leadership, Management and Communications |
| Scheduling and Cost Control |
| IT Risk Management |
| Contract Management Principles and Practices |
| Quality for Project Managers |
| Then take at least two of the following IT-related courses... |
| Software Testing for Better Project Management |
| Systems Integration Project Management |
| How to gather and Document User Requirements |
| You may apply up to two courses from the following: |
| Business Analysis courses |
| Business Skills courses |
| Contract Management courses |
| Courses for Experienced Project Managers |
| PMP® exam review courses |
| Project Management electives |
| Receive Your Certificate |
Upon successful completion of the required seven courses, you will earn a Master's Certificate in Information Technology Project Management awarded by ESI and The George Washington University.
Requirements
To earn a Master's Certificate Project Management with a concentration in IT Project Management, you must successfully complete seven courses within four years. At least three of these must be taken from the Core Project Management courses, then at least two from the IT related courses.
You may also take the PMP® Prep Exam Preparation (Classroom or Online) or PMP® Exam Power Prep and apply it towards earning your master's certificate.
Courses may be applied toward only one master's or professional certificate. You must adhere to the restrictions noted on the course pages.
Course Order
Depending upon your project management background, you may choose to start with Managing IT Projects.
Preparing for the PMP® Exam
The course of study enables you to address the entire project management body of knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) established by the Project Management Institute (PMI®). As you complete the courses, you'll also be preparing for PMI's Project Management Professional (PMP) exam.
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.