Jim Price, DBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CPTD, CDE^©, PMI-ACP, DASM, PMP  

Jim is part of the People and Culture leadership team for the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, one of the reserve banks that, along with the Board of Governors, constitutes the central bank of the United States, aka "The Fed." In his role, he helps shape the People and Culture strategy and advises senior leadership to support the Bank's mission.  Prior to joining The Fed, Jim was a Senior Vice President in Human Resources at Citi, serving as a senior advisor to executives responsible for Global Operations Strategy, Consumer Learning, Consumer Location & Supplier Strategy, and Global Citi Service Centers while also providing HR oversight to leaders of 37 North American sites and 47,000 employees. Before that, Jim was a Human Resources Director at The M/A/R/C Group, a member of the Omnicom Group. Currently, he also serves as President of The Price Group LLC and as an Adjunct Faculty member in the University of Dallas Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business, where he has taught courses in Leadership, Management, Human Resources, and Professional Development, and helped launch the Executive Education PMP program. 

Jim earned a Doctorate in Business Administration from Franklin University, an MBA and a graduate certificate in Human Resources Management from the University of Dallas and holds certifications as a Senior Professional in Human Resources from the Human Resources Credentialing Institute; a Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional; a Certified Professional in Talent Development by the Association of Talent Development; a Certified Diversity Executive® by the Institute for Diversity Certification; and a Certified Agile Practitioner, Disciplined Agile Scrum Master, Cognitive Project Manager in AI, and Professional in Project Management by the Project Management Institute. 

Among other experiences, Jim is a graduate of civic programs such as Leadership Denton and the Leadership Arts Institute. In addition to frequently working with community and diversity organizations and his engagement with the Institute for Diversity Certification, Jim has presented at numerous leadership and diversity conferences. Jim's core expertise includes the breadth and depth of Human Resources/Human Capital Management; Organizational Behavior, Effectiveness, and Development; Talent Development and Performance Management; Diversity and Inclusion; Leadership Training; Executive Coaching; Career Guidance; and Project Management. When not working or teaching, Jim is a fine art mosaicist and abstract painter who can usually be found in the studio with his English cocker spaniel and a pile of smalti.

This 13-session course is held online via Zoom with a live instructor. Students attend online sessions for lecture and discusssion, and complete assigned work on their own between the live sessions. 

The class capacity is limited to 20 students to ensure the best educational experience. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, so complete your registration today!

• Class Dates: January 26 - April 20, 2026
• Times: 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. CT (Monday evenings)
• Modality: Online live instruction via Zoom
• Registration deadlines:
  • Early-bird: December 26, 2025
  • Standard: January 16, 2026

Tuition includes the thirteen virtual Monday evening online live courses, and all course materials required to participate in the class. Tuition fee does not include cost of the PMP certification exam.

• Tuition includes the Certwise Learning System for the PMP Exam and thirteen class sessions with our professor online weekly.
• The PMP Exam fee is paid separately to PMI.

Tuition Rate Definitions:

• Early-Bird Tuition: Students can qualify for an early bird discount by completing the registration process (including payment) by the early bird deadline. The early bird period ends 30 days from the start of the class. To qualify for the early bird discount, students must fill out and submit the online application form, and submit payment before the early bird deadline (see registration deadline section for deadline information).
• Standard Tuition: Once the early-bird tuition deadline has been passed, all registrations use the standard tuition rate type. 

Discounts

The University offers discounts to UD Alumni and Students, UD Employees, Government Employees (federal and local), US Veterans, and PMI or PMI Dallas Chapter members. To qualify for the discount, students must provide an active .edu or .gov email, UD ID, or membership number.

The maximum class capacity is 20 students. We reserve seats in class on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure a spot in the course, you must fill out the online application form and submit your payment. Application forms without payment do not guarantee a spot in class. 

• Early-bird registration deadline: December 26, 2025
• Standard Registration deadline: January 16, 2026

The University of Dallas accepts the following forms of payment: 

• Cash payments: Our Office of Finance receives cash payments during regular business hours.
• Credit/Debit card payments: We accept VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express using our online payment portal.
• Check payments: Make the check payable to "University of Dallas," write the student's name and id number in the memo, and mail it to University of Dallas - Business Office, 1845 E. Northgate Drive, Irving, TX 75062.
• Letters of Credit or Sponsorship Forms: Please get in touch with Jennifer Howard at jlhoward@udallas.edu for more information on this option.
• Payment Arrangement: We have a payment arrangement option for students who need a little help. This option divides Tuition into multiple payments. Executive Education students who wish to participate must complete and fill out the Payment Arrangement section of the application to enroll in this option.

Payment Arrangements: What to expect.

• Payments are billed monthly and due before the 30th.
• Your payment schedule is determined by when you submit your initial payment.
• Payment reminders will be sent out monthly to help keep you on track.
• All payments must be received before the final day of the class.
• Missing payments could result in your removal from the class.
• The initial payment must be received by the deadlines to attend the class:
  • Early-bird: December 26, 2025
  • Standard: January 16, 2026
• The University must receive all payments in the agreement before releasing any certificate, digital badge, or transcript.

Payment Arrangement Amounts by Tuition Rate: 

• Tuition Rate: $2,500
  • Divided into four payments
  • Payments: $700 + $700 + $700 + $400
• Tuition Rate: $2,250
  • Divided into three payments
  • Payments: $700 + $700 + $700 + 150
• Tuition Rate: $2,000
  • Divided into three payments
  • Payments; $700 + $700 + $600

Payment Arrangement Due Dates: 

The list below shows the payment due dates based on when you submit the first payment. If your first payment is made in the month of: 

• October
  • Payment 2: November 30
  • Payment 3: December 30
  • Payment 4: January 30
• November: 
  • Payment 2: December 30
  • Payment 3: January 30
  • Payment 4: February 28
• December
  • Payment 2: January 30
  • Payment 3: February 28
  • Payment 4: March 30
• January
  • Payment 2: February 28
  • Payment 3: March 30
  • Payment 4: April 20 (adjusted to last day of class)

Important Clarifications:

• To qualify for the early-bird tuition rates: We must receive your application and payment before the early-bird deadlines. No payment arrangement is available for early-bird rates after the deadlines.
  • Early-bird deadline is December 26, 2025
• Submitting your first payment in October, November, or December secures the early-bird discount.
• To submit payment: You will be taken to our payment portal to submit your payment upon completion of the application / registration form. You will also receive this information in an email.
  • Payments made on a payment arrangement are considered partial payments. As such these payments are all made in 'classes' called Payment Arrangement. 
  • Payment arrangement classes all have a date of December 31 or May 30.
    • This notifies our offices that we are receiving a partial payment which needs to be applied to a student's account and an updated invoice should be created and emailed to the student.
    • The December or May dates are only placeholders for our process and don't reflect the actual class dates.
• To sign up for the payment arrangement: You will select payment arrangement option in the registration form and be required to provide specific information and agree to the terms. No payment arrangement is available without filling out this section of the registration form.

The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a globally recognized certification, with over 1,000,000 certified individuals. Earning your PMP shows potential employers, peers, and colleagues that you have a thorough understanding of the project management body of knowledge/standards.  

A career in project management offers a variety of jobs across industries, incredible growth potential and excellent compensation. Skilled project management professionals are in a prime position to benefit from:

• a projected 1.57 million new project management jobs created around the world each year through 2020, according to the Project Management Talent Gap Report;
• a global network of over 700,000 PMP® credential holders; and
• a median salary in excess of $100,000.

PMP certification is a proven way to enhance your resume, elevate your career potential, and boost your earnings. The PMP certification is recognized around the globe and PMP credential holders in the United States can earn upward of 25% more annually than non-credentialed job holders. 

Who should take this program and pursue PMP certification? 

• Experienced individuals who collaborate on or manage projects. 
• For individuals who want a career in project management, but don't have experience, should pursue the CAPM certification.

For more information visit PMI's PMP Certification web page.

Our course is designed to prepare individuals for the PMP exam. The PMP is highly recommended for experienced project managers looking to advance their skills, career, and earning potential. Candidates must meet education and experience requirements detailed in "Eligibility requirements to qualify for PMP" section, agree to a professional code of conduct, and pass the PMP Exam. Benefits include: 

• Learn from our experienced and certified PMP instructors.
• This course covers the three domains tested on the PMP exam, including the Agile/Hybrid and Predictive content.
• Prepare for class and the exam with The CertWise Learning System for PMP® Exam Preparation, included in tuition. This interactive study program includes printed and online study materials, online quizzes, flashcards, PMP practice exam, and more. You will have access to the online study tools for an entire year.
• Discuss topics and network with peers from a variety of industries.
• Stay on track to complete your PMP studies with our structured learning environment.
• Meet the 35-hour project management education prerequisite.
• Take advantage of your employer’s tuition reimbursement program.

PMI's Body of Knowledge

 The new body of knowledge as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI) effective January 2, 2021 consists of 3 domains, and 35 tasks. PMI defines domains and tasks as follows:

• Domain: Defined as the high-level knowledge area that is essential to the practice of project management.
• Task: The underlying responsibilities of the project manager within each domain area.

The new exam will cover the domains at the following percentages:

• People 42%
• Process 50%
• Business Environment 8%

Below is a list from PMI of the domains and tasks. Approximately half of the new examination will represent predictive project management approaches. The other half will represent hybrid or agile project management approaches. All of these approaches will be found throughout the three domain areas and are not isolated to any particular domain or task.

• Domain I People—42%
  • Task 1:  Manage conflict
  • Task 2: Lead a team
  • Task 3: Support team performance
  • Task 4: Empower team members and stakeholders
  • Task 5: Ensure team members/stakeholders are adequately trained
  • Task 6: Build a team
  • Task 7: Address and remove impediments, obstacles, and blockers for the team
  • Task 8: Negotiate project agreements
  • Task 9: Collaborate with stakeholders
  • Task 10: Build shared understanding
  • Task 11: Engage and support virtual teams
  • Task 12: Define team ground rules
  • Task 13: Mentor relevant stakeholders
  • Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligence
• Domain II Process—50%
  • Task 1: Execute project with the urgency required to deliver business value
  • Task 2: Manage communications
  • Task 3: Assess and manage risks
  • Task 4: Engage stakeholders
  • Task 5: Plan and manage budget and resources
  • Task 6: Plan and manage schedule
  • Task 7: Plan and manage quality of products/deliverables
  • Task 8: Plan and manage scope
  • Task 9: Integrate project planning activities
  • Task 10: Manage project changes
  • Task 11: Plan and manage procurement
  • Task 12: Manage project artifacts
  • Task 13: Determine appropriate project methodology/methods and practices
  • Task 14: Establish project governance structure
  • Task 15: Manage project issues
  • Task 16: Ensure knowledge transfer for project continuity
  • Task 17: Plan and manage project/phase closure or transitions
• Domain III: Business Environment—8%
  • Task 1: Plan and manage project compliance
  • Task 2: Evaluate and deliver project benefits and value
  • Task 3: Evaluate and address external business environment changes for impact on scope
  • Task 4: Support organizational change

More information can be found in PMI's Exam Content Outline.

 Included in your course registration fees, you will receive The CertWise Learning System for PMP® Exam Preparation. This premium quality program combines comprehensive reading materials with interactive online study tools to expand, apply and solidify your knowledge to pass the PMP exam.

Comprehensive Reading Materials

• Printed books provide an in-depth exploration of the three domains tested on the PMP exam.
• A glossary of key PMP terminology is included at the end of each chapter, with official PMI® definitions.
• Progress check questions are included at the end of each chapter to help students check their understanding and retention of topics.
• Topics are presented in a concise, easy-to-understand format to cover the PMP® Examination Content Outline and are organized to follow the PMBOK® Guide—Seventh Edition.
• Interactive Online Study Tools

Participants will have access to interactive online study tools for one year. These tools provide participants with an opportunity to apply and reinforce concepts, evaluate their knowledge, and monitor their growth throughout the course. Over 900 practice questions are included in the following online tools:

• Pre-test: Evaluate initial knowledge to identify areas of strength and weakness and focus studies.
• SmartStudy™: Build a customized study plan to optimize study time.
• Chapter Quizzes: Test comprehension, retention, and ability to apply concepts.
• Process Group Quizzes: Practice test questions by domain area.
• Flashcards: Review important key terms and definitions.
• Practice Exam: Build confidence and set your pace with a timed practice exam.
• Progress Reports: Track your activities and scores.
• Resource Center: Access helpful test-taking tips, PMP exam resources, feedback links, and more.

Earning your PMP Certification is a commitment, and that's why it is valuable. Do you have real-world project management experience that's led to success? Great—you’ve finished the hardest part. Before you apply, make sure you meet of the following sets of PMP Certification requirements:

Pathway 1:

• A four-year degree
• Three years leading projects
• 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification

Pathway 2: 

• A high school diploma or an associate’s degree (or global equivalent)
• Five years leading projects
• 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification

Information pulled directly from PMI website. 

About the Exam:

• 180 questions (175 scored questions + 5 unscored/pre-test questions.)
• 230 minutes to complete the exam.
• You have a choice of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) administered by Pearson VUE testing centers (paper-based testing is avialable under limited circumstances), or an Online Proctored Test (OPT) in the comfort of your own home or office while being monitored via webcam and microphone.
• Two 10-minute breaks for computer-based tests. No scheduled breaks for paper-based exams.
• Exam content weighted by the three domains from the PMP^® Examination Content Outline: People (42%), Process (50%), Business Environment (8%.)
• Exam eligibility period is one-year from your exam application approval date. You may test three times in 1-year.
• You will receive a printed copy of your exam results immediately after completing your CBT exam. This will include pass/fail status and a proficiency level by domain (Profiecient, Moderately Proficient, Below Proficient.)

For complete details regarding the PMP eligibility requirements and PMP exam, visit PMI's website. Link found in the In This Section list.

PMP Renewal Requirements:

Maintaining your PMP certification requires you to earn 60 professional development units (PDUs) over a 3-year cycle. For detailed information about the process visit the PMI webpage on https://www.pmi.org/certifications/certification-resources/maintain. 

• Step 1: Complete the online registration form. ~5 minutesYou will select your payment preference within the form.
• Step 2: Submit your payment.
  • If you selected Online Payment: You will automatically be taken to our payment portal to submit your payment online.
  • If you elected to pay by check or through tuition assistance, you will receive information on next steps from our offices.
  • If you selected to participate in our payment arrangement, you will be taken to a 'Payment Arrangement' class which has a date of either 12/31 or 5/30. All payment arrangement payments use these dates; this alerts staff that we need to apply the partial payment to a student's account and prepare a statement.
• Step 3: Receive confirmation from UD that your spot in the class is secure. This includes a paid invoice (for full payment) or a statement (for payment arrangements) with future dues dates.
• Step 4: Approximately a week before class UD will confirm your shipping address before placing the materials order. You will receive information about the various platforms used throughout the course, and what steps are required to prepare you for the first night of class.
• Step 5: Attend your classes. Complete assignments and earn your digital badge.

Career Opportunities & Outlook with the PMP Certification

The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a globally recognized credential that opens doors to opportunities at every stage of your career in project management. This certification proves a candidate's expertise in project management (principles, methodologies, and best practices), experience managing projects, leadership and communication skills, offers global recognition, and their commitment to the field of project management. Overall, PMP certification serves as a valuable indicator of an individual's competence, experience, and commitment to excellence in the field of project management. It provides a competitive edge in the job market and opens up opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

• Common Job Titles
  • Project Manager
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • SCRUM Master
  • IT Project Manager
  • Program Manager
• Earning Potential*
  • Typical Salary Range (in Texas): $95,000 - $133,700
  • Average Salary in Texas: $114,000

*According to Zip Recruiter

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Please Note: PMP, PMI, and PMBOK are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.