Project Management, Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Slippery Rock University's (SRU) University-Wide Outcomes ensures that the certification program not only imparts specialized project management skills but also reinforces the broader educational goals of SRU. Below is a mapping of the project management certification PLOs to SRU's outcomes:
1. Effective Communication (UO 1): Students completing the certification will develop and deliver clear project documentation and presentations to diverse stakeholders.
2. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving ( UO 2) : Students completing the certification will identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks using qualitative and quantitative methods. Students will demonstrate critical thinking to develop project plans that address constraints and stakeholder needs.
3. Team Collaboration and Leadership (UO 7): Students completing the certification will Lead and motivate project teams to achieve project objectives. Students will further foster a collaborative environment among project stakeholders.
4. Ethical Responsibility (UO 8): Students completing the certification will apply ethical standards and professional responsibility in project decision-making.
5. Global and Cultural Awareness (UO 9 ): Students completing the certification will manage projects that involve diverse teams and consider global perspectives.
To access Certificate Requirements, please view the Curriculum Guide tab.
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Curriculum Guide
GPA Requirement
Certificate GPA: 2.0 or higher
Certificate Requirements
- These courses are regularly offered through fall and spring semester rotations that will ensure a 12-month completion period.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MGMT 219 | Business Analytics I | 3 |
| or ECON 219 | Business Analytics I | |
| or STAT 152 | Elementary Statistics | |
| or STAT 350 | Applied Statistics | |
| or ENGR 340 | Engineering Economics | |
| MGMT 320 | Operations Management | 3 |
| MIS 443 | Project Management | 3 |
| ISE 410 | Engineering Project Management | 3 |
| ISE 430 | Production Planning & Control | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions
CERTIFICATE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT (6PRM/CIM 577)
Effective: Summer 2026
UCC: 03.10.2026
Revised: 05.13.2026