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Program Code: T051
Status: Open
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Two Year - Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Starts: September

Begins Fall 2027

Contact:
Al Douglas
519-972-2727 ext. 5051

Program Overview

The Project Management (T051) two-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate develops leadership, strategic/business management, and technical competence through a curriculum that has been designed in alignment with "ten" Project Management Institute (PMI) highly desired knowledge areas. These include project integration, scope, schedule, cost, quality, resource, communications, risk management, procurement, LEAN methodologies, leadership, contracts, tools and technology, and stakeholder engagement. As a result, students will acquire three industry-desired skill sets linked to the project management institute (PMI) talent triangle: technical project management, leadership, and strategic business management.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find employment opportunities as an administrative services coordinator, form management officer, liaison officer, office project manager, planning officer, surplus assets officer and more.

Admission Requirements

Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent

Courses

Please scroll to the bottom of the list to review the Pre/Co-Requisites.

The curriculum below is for incoming students:

Semester 1
Code Title Credits
SPM100
Project Management Essentials
3
SPM101
Project Scope & Quality Management
4
SPM102
Project Scheduling
4
SPM103
Purchasing Principles
3
SPM104
Canadian Industry
3
HRM110
Accounting Principles I
3
Semester 2
Code Title Credits
SPM200
Project Selection & Portfolio Management
3
SPM201
Project Leadership
3
SPM202
Effective Team Performance & Change Management
3
SPM203
LEAN I
3
SPM204
Project Cost Management
3
HRM422C
Management Accounting For HR
3
Semester 3
Code Title Credits
SPM300
Communication & Stakeholder Management
4
SPM301
Project Resource Management
3
SPM302
LEAN II
3
SPM303
Agile Project Management I
3
SPM304
Project Risk Management
3
HRM490
Legal Aspects Of Workplace Law
3
Semester 4
Code Title Credits
SPM400
Agile Project Management II
3
SPM401
Project Planning & Integration Management
4
SPM402
Project Management Capstone
12

View Pre/Co-Requisites for Project Management

Every effort has been made to align the pre/co-requisite document with the information on the course outline. However, if there are any discrepancies identified, the information on the course outline takes precedence.

Your Investment

The standard tuition and compulsory fees for the current academic year:

Fall 2026 Tuition Fees   Winter 2027 Tuition Fees  

For programs with Experiential Learning (Work Placement/Internship): Costs for accommodation, if needed, travel and related expenses are at the student's own expense. It is recommended for most programs that students have access to a laptop or desktop computer while away from home during experiential learning periods.

Textbooks and other materials are in addition to Tuition Fees. Textbook prices may be found on the Bookstore website.

Tuition and Payment Info Campus Bookstore

Please be aware that tuition and compulsory fees are subject to adjustment each year. The College reserves the right to change, amend or alter fees as necessary without notice or prejudice.

Program Physical Demands Analysis

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

Project Management (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Manage project constraints, deliverables, performance criteria, quality control needs, and resource requirements to meet project specifications and objectives.
  2. Lead project teams to enhance collaboration and achieve project deliverables.
  3. Facilitate communication, negotiation, and collaboration with relevant parties to achieve project objectives and deliverables.
  4. Conduct project activities in compliance with legal regulations and ethical standards.
  5. Integrate inclusive practices to foster teamwork and achieve project management goals in diverse, global environments.
  6. Use current project management technologies to track and report progress in alignment with goals and timelines.
  7. Analyze data, insights and metrics to support operational management and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
  8. Develop and implement project management strategies and plans to align deliverables with organizational objectives.
  9. Monitor and control project progress to manage risks and develop timely solutions.