Certification Programs

Gold Seal Certification Credits

This course allows you to earn credits towards Gold Seal Certification Program, subject to approval upon review. Keep in mind that 6 hours of learning equals 1 Gold Seal credit. You can see the course hours in the curriculum section on this page. Minimum passing mark requirement of 75%.

When you've completed this course

you'll be well-equipped to confidently lead projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence, while effectively managing project scope, time, cost, quality, risks, team dynamics, and communication with stakeholders.

  • Effective Time and Cost Management

    Develop realistic project schedules and budgets, control project progress, and utilize techniques like the critical path method and earned value management for better project outcomes.

  • Risk Management and Mitigation

    Master the identification, analysis, and response planning for project risks, enabling them to proactively manage uncertainties and minimize potential negative impacts on project success.

  • Team Leadership and Communication

    Acquire essential skills in building, managing, and leading high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and open communication, and effectively addressing conflicts for seamless project execution.

A few more words...

on delivering projects on time and on budget.

In the increasingly competitive and dynamic business landscape, the demand for skilled project managers who can consistently deliver successful projects has never been greater. As organizations undertake complex, time-sensitive, and resource-intensive projects, the ability to effectively manage project scope, time, cost, quality, and risks becomes vital. A proficient project manager not only ensures projects are completed on time and within budget but also drives innovation, collaboration, and stakeholder satisfaction. By mastering essential project management skills, individuals can play a pivotal role in their organization's success, helping to navigate challenges, optimize resources, and consistently deliver exceptional results that fuel growth and competitiveness in the marketplace.

Course curriculum

Estimated time to complete this course: 87 hours.

    1. 1.0 Introduction

    2. 1.1 Course Overview and Target Audience

    3. 1.2 Detailed Course Outline and Structure

    4. 1.3 Required Pre-requisites and Time Investment

    5. 1.4 Assessment and Certification Information

    6. 1.5 Course Content Format

    7. 1.6 Assignment - General Knowledge

    1. 2.0 Introduction

    2. 2.1 What is Project Management?

    3. 2.1 What is Project Management? - Quiz

    4. 2.2 The Project Management Process

    5. 2.2 The Project Management Process - Quiz

    6. 2.3 Key Project Management Methodologies

    7. 2.3 Key Project Management Methodologies - Quiz

    8. 2.4 Project Management Roles and Responsibilities

    9. 2.4 Project Management Roles and Responsibilities - Quiz

    10. 2.5 Importance of Project Planning and Scheduling

    11. 2.5 Importance of Project Planning and Scheduling - Quiz

    12. 2.6 Project Management Best Practices

    13. 2.6 Project Management Best Practices - Quiz

    14. 2.7 Assignment

    1. 3.0 Introduction

    2. 3.1 Understanding Project Scope Management

    3. 3.1 Understanding Project Scope Management - Quiz

    4. 3.2 Developing a Project Scope Statement

    5. 3.2 Developing a Project Scope Statement - Quiz

    6. 3.3 Defining Project Deliverables

    7. 3.3 Defining Project Deliverables - Quiz

    8. 3.4 Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

    9. 3.4 Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) - Quiz

    10. 3.5 Managing Project Scope Changes

    11. 3.5 Managing Project Scope Changes - Quiz

    12. 3.6 Ensuring Project Scope Completion

    13. 3.6 Ensuring Project Scope Completion - Quiz

    14. 3.7 Assignment

    1. 4.0 Introduction

    2. 4.1 Introduction to Project Time Management

    3. 4.1 Introduction to Project Time Management - Quiz

    4. 4.2 Developing a Project Schedule

    5. 4.2 Developing a Project Schedule - Quiz

    6. 4.3 Estimating Project Duration and Activity Resources

    7. 4.3 Estimating Project Duration and Activity Resources - Quiz

    8. 4.4 Critical Path Method (CPM)

    9. 4.4 Critical Path Method (CPM) - Quiz

    10. 4.5 Schedule Control Techniques

    11. 4.5 Schedule Control Techniques - Quiz

    12. 4.6 Time Management Best Practices

    13. 4.6 Time Management Best Practices - Quiz

    14. 4.7 Assignment

    1. 5.0 Introduction

    2. 5.1 Introduction to Project Cost Management

    3. 5.1 Introduction to Project Cost Management - Quiz

    4. 5.2 Estimating Project Costs

    5. 5.2 Estimating Project Costs - Quiz

    6. 5.3 Developing a Project Budget

    7. 5.3 Developing a Project Budget - Quiz

    8. 5.4 Cost Control Techniques

    9. 5.4 Cost Control Techniques - Quiz

    10. 5.5 Earned Value Management (EVM)

    11. 5.5 Earned Value Management (EVM) - Quiz

    12. 5.6 Cost Management Best Practices

    13. 5.6 Cost Management Best Practices - Quiz

    14. 5.7 Assignment

    1. 6.0 Introduction

    2. 6.1 Introduction to Project Quality Management

    3. 6.1 Introduction to Project Quality Management - Quiz

    4. 6.2 Planning for Quality

    5. 6.2 Planning for Quality - Quiz

    6. 6.3 Quality Assurance

    7. 6.3 Quality Assurance - Quiz

    8. 6.4 Quality Control

    9. 6.4 Quality Control - Quiz

    10. 6.5 Quality Management Tools and Techniques

    11. 6.5 Quality Management Tools and Techniques - Quiz

    12. 6.6 Quality Management Best Practices

    13. 6.6 Quality Management Best Practices - Quiz

    14. 6.7 Assignment

About this course

  • $1,185.00
  • 122 lessons

Collaboration is essential

The benefit of timely feedback

All lessons have a dedicated discussion section so you can ask questions, see previously answered questions, interact with other course participants and your instructor. You do not have to go through this learning journey alone or have to ponder on unanswered questions.

A word from the training platform creator

Doina Dobre, P.Eng., GSC

Our learning platform is dedicated to providing hands-on topics, skills, and knowledge that you can not only apply in your daily work but also use to inspire your career growth. It's no secret that well-rounded project managers are in high demand, whether in construction or any other industry. Project management isn't for everyone - it requires dedication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage expectations and deliverables while staying ahead of the curve, ensuring your project is on track for success. This kind of work isn't a fit for everyone. However, if you're eager to join that elite group of successful project managers, it's crucial to have the right knowledge and training. Whether you're a project coordinator looking to advance your career or an acting project manager without much formal training, this course is designed to help you develop the skills you need.