Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I earn the Project Management Certificate?
- How do I earn the Advanced Project Management Certificate?
- Do I need to apply to the program or Portland
State University to take these courses?
No. Just register for one or more courses and begin. You have three years to complete the program once you've begun, but most students take just three to six months.
- Do I have to take the four required
certificate courses in sequence?
No, but we encourage you to do so.
- Can I take any of these courses individually?
Yes, all courses are available individally.
You are under no obligation to complete the whole program.
- What does noncredit course mean?
Our courses do not give academic credit that can be used toward earning a degree. Our courses offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs), which are useful for earning or retaining professional certifications of all kinds.
- What other costs should be expected?
For example, are textbooks and a laptop required?
There are no other costs besides course fees. Books or other course materials are included in course fees and supplied at class. Laptop computers are not necessary for this program.
- What happens if I miss class time?
You may miss up to three hours of any course and still successfully complete that course without making up time. If you miss more than three hours, you must make up that additional time to successfully complete the course. You can make up time in a future offering of that course or meet with your instructor to get an assignment for making up that time on your own.
- Is there a required pre-class
reading list or assignment?
No. However, you are encouraged to learn
more about project management in general. Check out
PMI
and
AllPM.com.
- Where are classes held?
- How can I register for courses?
Most people register online using our
catalog page.
Once you've found a course that interests you, click "register online". You can also
register by phone at 503-725-4832 (8am-5pm) or fax us at 503-725-5585.
- Can I register now and pay later?
No, you must pay for all courses at the time of registration.
- What is your refund policy?
Notification of withdrawal or drop must be given, and
requests for refunds for noncredit courses must be received, at least one week prior to the
first class session. Refunds are not given after this time. Withdrawal or drop must be done
by email to pdc@pdx.edu or to the program manager’s email address.
- How do I get my Project
Management certificate?>
- Is the PM Certificate the same as
PMP® certification?
No, our certificate is from Portland State University. PMP® certification is offered by PMI and is an internationally recognized certification for those who have work experience as a project manager, have completed training hour requirements (our classes count), and have passed the rigorous PMP® exam.
