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Fundamentals of Project Management Certificate Program (FPM), with optional Business English Internship Course (BEIC)
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"To me, FPM class was an integration of real cases to implement the process of Project Management taught by knowledgeable employees who shared the gist of their work experience with the class. I highly recommend FPM certificate for students who look forward to be working in any managerial position in the future or any position that handles projects. A little background about business is quite helpful to understand the integration of the class; however, FPM teachers do a good job explaining the concepts from the scratch."
- Danyah Ismail,
Saudi Arabia

Course Details
The FPM Certificate Program includes instruction in the fundamentals of project management and a supporting English language course.

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Cost
Tuition $3,900
(tuition subject to change)  
Nonrefundable application fee $50
Nonrefundable registration fee $42
Insurance (if necessary) $201

Estimated Other Expenses
Room and board $3,257
Books and supplies $200
Quarterly bus pass $132
Other expenses $755
 
Total $8,537
Courses

1. Fundamentals of Project Management
This course meets for 10 hours a week. Each week, a different project management expert teaches his or her field of specialization. These areas are included:

  • project management overview
  • communications and leadership
  • project planning
  • project execution
  • tools, tips and techniques
Topics will address the global business environment, such as currency exchange and cross-cultural communication.

2. Business Communication
This course, which is taught by a professional English language instructor, meets for ten hours a week. It is designed to complement the business course and ensure that you understand the project management course lectures and assignments. It will also help you master business vocabulary and build verbal communication skills.