The Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification is a proven way to enhance your resume, elevate your career potential, and boost your earnings. PMP credential holders have the following benefits:Earn a higher salary: According to PMI, PMP® credential holders in the US earn 25% more than those without a PMP certification.
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Our PMP Certification course prepares you for the rigorous PMP exam. This intensive 13-week program combines expert instruction with The CertWise® Learning System for PMP® Exam Preparation training materials and meets PMI's 35 contact hour PMP Exam requirement. Our professor Jim Price, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CPTD, CDE, PMI-ACP, PMP, teaches this intensive program and brings practical and real-life examples into the classroom. Our course will help you learn faster, retain more knowledge, and stay on track for success on the PMP exam.
This class will:
Please note: PMP, PMI and PMBOK are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.
Jim Price, 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 HR 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 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 by 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, 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, 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, teaching, or writing his dissertation related to diversity climate and the construct of thriving at work, Jim is a fine art mosaicist and can usually be found in the studio with his English cocker spaniel and a pile of smalti.
Here is some general information about this course. Please visit the appropriate section below for more details about tuition fees, discounts, and registration deadlines. 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: September 11 - December 4, 2023
Times: 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. CT (Monday evenings)
Modality: Online live instruction via Zoom
Registration deadlines:
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.
STANDARD REGISTRATION TUITION RATES:
$2,500 - Standard Tuition
$2,250 - Discounted Tuition
EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION TUITION RATES:
Students can qualify for an early bird discount by completing the registration process (including full 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).
$2,250 - Standard Tuition
$2,000 - Discounted Tuition
OTHER 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.
Standard Registration deadline: September 8, 2023
Early-bird registration deadline: August 11, 2023
The University of Dallas accepts the following forms of payment:
How payment arrangements work: Payments are billed monthly. You submit the first payment when you sign up for the payment arrangement. You can make all subsequent payments before the due date. The University must receive all payments in the agreement before releasing any certificate or transcript.
Payment arrangement amounts:
| Payment Number | Tuition: $2500 | Tuition: $2250 | Tuition: $2000 |
| 1 | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| 2 | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| 3 | $700 | $700 | $600 |
| 4 | $400 | $150 | $0 |
Payment arrangement due dates:
| Month of Payment Arrangement Setup | Payment 1 | Payment 2 | Payment 3 | Payment 4 |
| March | Immediately | Apr. 30 | May 30 | June 30 |
| April | Immediately | May 30 | June 30 | July 30 |
| May | Immediately | June 30 | July 28 | Aug. 30 |
| June | Immediately | July 28 | Aug. 30 | Sept. 30 |
| July | Immediately | Aug. 30 | Sept. 30 | Oct. 30 |
| August | Immediately | Sept. 30 | Oct. 30 | Nov. 30 |
| September | Immediately | Oct. 1 | Nov. 1 | Dec. 1 |
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.
To submit payment: You will be taken to our payment portal to submit your payment upon completing the application form.
If you have any questions about this process, please contact Jennifer Howard at 972-721-5299 or via email.
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:
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 jobholders
For more information visit PMI's PMP Certification web page.
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:
The new exam will cover the domains at the following percentages:
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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:
To apply for the PMP, candidates must have a combination of education and professional project management experience. Visit PMI's website for more information on earning your PMP.
For complete details regarding the PMP eligibility requirements and the PMP exam, please review the PMP Handbook (PDF).
For complete details regarding the PMP eligibility requirements and the PMP exam, please review the PMP Handbook (PDF).
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:
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Information pulled directly from PMI website.
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's website on maintaining your PMP.
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Please note: PMP, PMI and PMBOK are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.
For more information about this course, discount information, or help registering please contact Jennifer Howard via email or 972-721-5299.
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