Project Management PRJ

Holland Code: E (Enterprising)

What academic skills do I need to be successful in the program?

This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see website for details.

General requirements

• This is a graduate certificate program meaning applicants need to have a college diploma or bachelor’s degree or five years related work experience to enter the program.
• It is highly recommended that students be proficient in the following areas before entry into the program:  Mathematics, Business Communication and -  Computer applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• The course work involves a significant amount of group work; applicants should have the ability to work in teams.

What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?

• Leadership skills
• Good analytical skills
• A commitment to customer satisfaction
• The ability to think logically and critically and solve problems
• The willingness to take responsibility
• The ability to make important decisions
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• The ability to diplomatically resolve conflicts or disputes
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Self-directed, self-motivated, takes initiative
• The ability to work well under pressure and deal with unexpected situations calmly and effectively
• The ability to handle stressful situations and frequent deadlines

What kind of work could I do when I graduate?

Graduates of this program may go on to become

Project manager or scrum master.

Typical working conditions for this kind of work

• Primarily office environments, but may also perform worksite or field visits to construction sites or similar locations, depending on the industry in which they work.
• Travel is sometimes required.
• Project managers must occasionally work long hours, weekends, and overtime in order to meet project deadlines.

Places you may find yourself employed include

Manufacturing, operations, retail, wholesaling, banking, government, not-for-profit organizations.

Tasks a graduate may do in the workplace

• Plan and execute projects
• Train, organize and supervise project teams, staff and contractors
• Build and maintain sound working relationships with project sponsors, project team members, and contractors
• Prepare and submit project budgets, schedules, resource requirements, quality assurance criteria and project plans
• Create project budgets
• Prepare, revise and sign contracts with clients, contractors and stakeholders
• Represent their company to clients, contractors, stakeholders and union representatives
• Prepare and submit schedules and progress reports
• Manage vendor relations
• Conduct post-project meetings with stakeholders and project team to discuss lessons learned

Helpful links for further research into this Fanshawe College program and career opportunity

Professional Credentials and Affiliations associated with this program:

• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification
• After completing the prescribed period of professional project management experience, graduates can pursue the Project Management Professional (PMP) designation
• Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Scrum Alliance

Fanshawe’s library has prepared a subject guide for current students in this program. You may find the links and information provided very useful in learning more about this career.

Last Modified: January 22, 2024