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Schulich Executive Programs
The Masters Certificate in
Project Management
Winter 2008
CHARLOTTETOWN, PEI
18 days over 4 months:
JANUARY 30 – MAY 31, 2008
SEEC is one of only four schools in the world ranked in the top tier
of both Executive Education categories (Open-Enrolment and Custom Programs)
by the Economist Intelligence Unit
One of the most popular project management
certificate programs. Now graduating over 1,000
participants per year in North America.

The Masters Certificate in Project Management
Founded upon the Project Management Institute’s A Guide to the Project
Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK ® Guide), which has become the
industry standard within the project management community worldwide,
SEEC’s Masters Certificate in Project Management program gives you
the knowledge and tools you need to consistently deliver projects on
time, on budget, within scope – and beyond expectations.
This program is available through
our partners in these cities across
North America:
CHARLOTTETOWN:
University of Prince Edward Island
http://business.upei.ca
For more information on PMI ® , visit www.pmi.org.
Join us for a free 1-hour online information session.
Choose 1 from these six days:
ST. JOHN’S & CORNER BROOK:
Memorial University of Newfoundland
www.mun.ca/cmd
(1) October 15, 2007
(2) November 15, 2007
(3) January 15, 2008
(4) February 15, 2008
(5) March 17, 2008
(6) April 15, 2008
HALIFAX: Saint Mary’s University
http://epd.smu.ca
Enroll online at:
www.masterscertificateinprojectmanagement.com/webinars
NEW BRUNSWICK:
University of New Brunswick
cel.unb.ca/profdev
2008 CHARLOTTETOWN PROGRAM Winter
(18 days over 4 months) Session
Module 1 > 1 DAY Jan. 30
Program Introduction
Module 2 > 3 DAYS Feb. 14-16
Project Planning & Control
Module 3 > 2 DAYS Feb. 29 –
Personal & Team Communication Mar. 1
in a Project Environment
Module 4 > 2 DAYS Mar. 14-15
Project Quality Management
Module 5 > 2 DAYS Mar. 28-29
Effective Project Cost Management
Module 6 > 2 DAYS Apr. 11-12
Procurement & Contracting Management
Module 7 > 2 DAYS Apr. 25-26
Assessing & Managing Project Risk
Module 8 > 2 DAYS May 9-10
Filling in the Gaps
Module 9 > 2 DAYS May 30-31
Final Exam & Project Simulation
MONTREAL & QUEBEC CITY:
Université Laval
www.fc.ulaval.ca/projectmanagement
OTTAWA:
Sprott School of Business,
Carleton University
www.carleton.ca/ppd
TORONTO:
Schulich School of Business
www.seec.schulich.yorku.ca
WATERLOO:
University of Waterloo
www.projectmanagement.uwaterloo.ca
WINNIPEG: The University of Winnipeg
www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/dce-ps-mcpm
SASKATOON & REGINA: University of Saskatchewan,
Business Advisory Services
www.commerce.usask.ca/programs/bas
EDMONTON & CALGARY:
University of Lethbridge
www.uleth.ca/man-development
This course is accredited by the Canadian Construction
Association offering 25 Gold Seal credits towards
Gold Seal Certification.
VANCOUVER & VICTORIA: University of Victoria
www.business.uvic.ca/execprog/project
MICHIGAN:
Eastern Michigan University
www.ce.emich.edu/project
All modules take place in Charlottetown, PEI.
Venue for each module to be announced.
SOUTH CAROLINA:
Clemson University
www.clemson.edu/success
TEXAS: Texas A & M University
http://york.tamu.edu
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TOP 4
REASONS TO
TAKE THIS
PROGRAM
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Master all 9 knowledge
areas of the PMBOK ® Guide
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Strengthen
your leadership and
effectiveness in
managing projects
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Equip yourself to sit
for the PMP ® certification
examination
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Advance to a higher
level in your career
Control Your Projects
from initiation to closure
Advance your career with
The Masters Certificate in Project Management
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MODULE 1
Duration: 1 day
MESSAGE FROM THE
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Project managers always strive
for optimum results. So, in
developing the Masters Certificate
in Project Management, we set
out to produce the best results
possible: skillful, strategic leaders
who can consistently guide a
project to success.
PROGRAM MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
Program Introduction
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Program introduction and review of objectives
Overview of the knowledge areas of project
management as defined by the Project Management
Institute and others
Introduction to the project simulation/case study
to be used throughout the program*
Delivery of tools and technology to be used
throughout the program
Discussion and exercise around team leadership
and effectiveness
MODULE 2
Duration: 3 days
We built our curriculum around
A Guide to the Project Management
Body of Knowledge ® , developed
by the Project Management
Institute (PMI ® ). Today, the
Masters Certificate in Project
Management is the undisputed
industry standard for achieving
senior-level careers in project
management.
Project Planning and Control
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How to form a project team, scope projects and
manage within a Matrix Environment
Developing detailed and high-level project
management plans
Creating activity-based network diagrams and
working with the critical path
Understanding Earned Value Management
Meeting stakeholder requirements with various
control strategies
I invite you to enroll in the
Masters Certificate in Project
Management and join more than
4,000 project professionals
across North America who have
completed this career-enhancing
program. The results will,
most definitely, exceed your
expectations.
David Barrett
Program Director
The Masters Certificate in Project Management,
Schulich Executive Education Centre
Schulich School of Business, York University
MODULE 3
Duration: 2 days
Personal and Team Communication
in a Project Environment
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Understanding communication dynamics and your
communication style
Team development: Understanding yourself,
stakeholders and team members
Linking team life cycle stages with project
communication needs
The impact of change curve stages on your project
team and stakeholders
Building a communication plan and templates for
your project
Communication strategies for virtual teams
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* Participants will receive a short assignment after
each class. Each of these assignments will be used
to tie the whole program together and serve as the
background work for project simulation in Module 9.

MODULE 6 Duration: 2 days
MODULE 4 Duration: 2 days
■ Status reporting
Project Quality Management
Procurement and
■ Quality: Defined and measured
Contracting Management
■ The basic process for achieving quality
■ Procurement and solicitation planning
■ How preventive quality action reduces project
■ Solicitation and negotiation principles
cost dramatically
■ Source selection
■ Reducing total cost of quality through
■ Contract close-out and contract law
problem-solving
■ Overcoming obstacles to front-end planning and
achieving results
MODULE 7 Duration: 2 days
Assessing and Managing Project Risk
MODULE 5 Duration: 2 days
■ Project risk management framework
Effective Project Cost Management
■ Risk management in project planning and execution
■ Cost estimating: Micro versus macro
■ Quantitative and team facilitation techniques to
identify risks and responses
■ Resource planning, budgeting and cost control
■ Utilizing decision trees and expected monetary value
■ Earned value concepts
■ Applying techniques such as Delphi method and
■ Fixed, variable and unit costs
Monte Carlo simulation
For full program details, visit www.MastersCertificateInProjectManagement.com
HOW TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE:
Complete Program Registration and fax to 902.894.4092.
If you have questions pertaining to the program content,
please contact Andrea Carr-MacNeil at 902.367.7789,
or e-mail andrea@pinnacletourseast.com.
CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS:
Join our growing list of participating
organizations in the Masters Certificate
in Project Management program.
Aliant Telecom
AT & T Canada
Atlantic Lottery Corporation
Avondale Construction Ltd.
Bank of Montreal
BC Assessment
BC Ministry of
Transportation
Bell Canada
Big Cove First Nation
Brewers Retail Inc.
Campbell Soup Company Ltd.
Canada Customs and
Revenue Agency
Canada Life
Canada Post
Canadian Blood Services
Canadian Centre for Marine
Communications
Canadian Coast Guard
Canadian Hydrographic
Service
Canadian Tire
Cape Breton
Development Corp.
CBC
CGI
CIBC Insurance
City of St. John’s
Clear Picture Corporation
Clearwater Fine Foods
CSA International
Dofasco
Electrohome Ltd.
Electronic Post Office Group
Enbridge Consumers Gas
Environment Canada
Epic Information Solutions
Exxon-Mobil
Fisheries & Oceans Canada
Garvin-Allen Solutions Ltd.
Glaxo Wellcome
Government of Newfoundland
and Labrador
Green Shield Canada
Halifax Regional Municipality
Hostess Frito-Lay
Human Resources
Development Canada
Husky Injection Mouldings
Systems
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MODULE 8
Duration: 2 days
AND THEY SAY...
Filling in the Gaps
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Review of complex issues in scope, time, cost, quality,
human resource, communications and risk management
Review all areas covered in the program to date
The PMBOK
®
Guide as a complete unit
Preparing for the Masters Certificate final test
Preparing for the PMP® certification examination
Review question styles to improve your chances
of success
“This has been the most valuable professional
development training program I have ever
completed. The content was more than
relevant, the facilities were outstanding
and the instructors were first class.”
Paul Walsh, Newfoundland Power
“Great program. Although I was already
doing project management at the time,
it helped me gain the confidence that
I actually knew what I was doing!”
Daniel Dupuis, Dept. National Defence
MODULE 9
Duration: 2 days
Final Exam and Project Simulation
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Final exam spanning all program material
(marks to be handed out the same day)
In Project Simulation, all participants will apply
their learning to propose, plan, execute and deliver
a full-scale realistic project in teams.
“It was excellent. In depth knowledge
delivered in a timely, well organized, and
professional environment. I have recommended
it to several people already.”
George Glatz, Government of Manitoba
“The entire MCPM program experience was
positive. From the enthusiasm of the
Program Director, to the professionalism
and real-life experiences shared by the
instructors to the valuable knowledge
exchanged between the students – it all
made for a very positive experience.”
Deanna Mahood, City of Ottawa
“Absolutely fantastic. Taking the course
has resulted in my career taking a rewarding
new path in project management.
Doug Land and the rest of the instructors
were fantastic. Deborah and the University
of Winnipeg did a great job locally.”
Jeff Nordick, Federated Insurance Company of Canada
IMP Group Limited
Imperial Life Assurance
IMSO, Health Canada
Industrial Technology Centre
JD Irving Ltd.
Kraft Canada Inc.
Kronos Incorporated
Lafarge Canada Inc.
Lexmark Canada Inc.
Liquor Control Board of
Ontario
Manulife Financial
Marine Institute
Maritime Forces Atlantic,
CFB Halifax
Maritime Life Assurance Co.
Michelin
Ministry of Correctional
Services
Ministry of Health
Molson Breweries
Moosehead Brewery Ltd.
Motorola Computer Group
MT&T
MTS Communications Inc
Municipal Ready Mix Ltd.
National Grocers Ltd.
NB Power Corp.
NCR Canada Ltd
New Brunswick Community
College
Newfoundland & Labrador
Construction Safety
Assoc.
Newfoundland & Labrador
Hydro
Newfoundland Power
North Atlantic Refining Ltd.
Nova Scotia Community
College
Nova Scotia Economic
Development
Nova Scotia Power
NS Department of Education
NS Department of Finance
NS Department of Health
NS Gaming Corp.
NS Transportation &
Public Works
Ontario New Home Warranty
Program
Ontario Power Generation
Parks Canada
Philips Medical Systems
Phillips and Temro
Industries
Pictou Regional
Development Commission
Pitney Bowes
Polaris Ind.
PricewaterhouseCoopers Inc.
Prince County Hospital
RCMP
Resource Information
Systems
Royal Bank Financial Group
Royal Canadian Mounted
Police
Schenker of Canada
Scotiabank
Sears Canada
Secunda Marine
Siemens Canada Ltd.
Silicon Graphics
Sobeys Inc.
South-East Health Care
Corporation
Spectra Securities
Software Inc.
Sprint Canada Inc.
Star Data Systems Inc.
Sweda Systems
Symcor Services
TD Securities
Toronto Transit Commission
Vancouver Island Health
Authority
Workers Compensation
Board Alberta
Workers’ Compensation
Board of Nova Scotia
xwave Solutions
Zurich Insurance
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Who should attend?
The Masters Certificate in Project Management
is ideal for:
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Project Managers, with at least one
year experience, who wish to move up
to a higher level in their field
Mid- and senior-level managers who
have completed an introductory project
management program in recent years
■ Anyone who does NOT have their PMP
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designation from PMI ®
Why should you attend?
This comprehensive program can help you:
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Better manage your projects, from planning and team building
to quality and cost management
Become a stronger, more effective communicator and leader
Be fully prepared to sit for the PMP® certification examination
Advance to a senior level in project management
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Connect and network with other project managers
The Masters Certificate in Project Management
covers all project management knowledge areas
that are tested in the PMP ® certification exam.
OUR PARTICIPANTS SAY...
“The folks who ran the MCPM course were interested in
delivering it with excellent results. The high calibre of the
teaching staff, the quality of the materials and the small
and interactive classroom environments are evidence of
this. I have recommended this course to many others.”
Zeyad S. Merchant, CanWest MediaWorks
Project Integration
Management
Project Scope
Management
Project Time
Management
Project Cost
Management
Project Quality
Management
Project
Human Resource
Management
Project
Communications
Management
Project Risk
Management
Project Procurement
Management
“I now work in the US and having this course played
an instrumental part continuing my project management
career outside of Canada. I‘m currently a Six Sigma –
Black Belt and the MCPM program played a significant
part of getting me to where I am today. Thank you!”
Kevin Alfonso, The Dow Chemical Company
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PROGRAM FACULTY
Our Masters Certificate in Project Management lets
you tap into the expertise of some of the best business
leaders in North America.
David Barrett
Program Director, The Masters Certificate in Project Management
Schulich Executive Education Centre
Schulich School of Business, York University
Louis Babineau, M.A., M.Sc.
Laval University
Don Ball, PMP
Project Management Centre
Clément Beaumont, MBA
EGPL Inc.
Douglas B. Boebinger
Pierre Boivin, PMP
The AMACO Management Group Inc.
Robert Broadbent, PMP
Atocrates Project Education and
Research
Michel Cambron, PMP
Juri Chabursky
ClarityWorks
Roy Cook, PMP
Atocrates Project Education
and Research
Richard Coulombe, PMP
Anthropolis Inc.
Ellyn Daly, BHE, PMP
E. Daly Consulting Group Inc.
Benoit De Grâce, PMP
IFGP
Claude Emond, PMP
Qualiscope Inc.
Celine Goodine, PMP
Goodine Hellberg Consultant Services
Julie Grabb, PMP
J.A.G. Associates
Jack Hellberg, PMP
Goodine Hellberg Consultant Services
Jeff Henry
Sinora International Research &
Consulting Inc.
Kathy Jourdain
Chrysalis Performance Strategies Inc.
Gilles Lalonde, PMP
Qualitum Gestion-conseil
Douglas D. Land
Atocrates Project Education and
Research
Bud Lush, PMP
Atocrates Project Education and
Research
Mark Mazerolle, M.Eng, P. Eng
IFGP
John McIlroy
Communicate
Pierre Menard, PMP
Les Entreprises Pierre Ménard Inc.
Andrew Miller
ACM Consulting Inc.
Mark Moore
Moore, Couture & Assoc. Inc.
Jim Ouellette, PMP
Atocrates Project Education
and Research
Kathryn Pottruff, PMP
Global Projectives Inc.
Vicky Salisbury, PMP
IFGP
Ray Sheen, PMP
Products & Process Innovation Inc.
Claire Sookman
Virtual Team Builders
Ravi Tangri
Chrysalis Performance Strategies
Bryan Walton
Bryan Walton & Associates Inc.
Pat Watson
PW Associates
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Program Dates & Location
January 30 – May 31, 2008
Venue for each module to be announced.
Unless otherwise announced, all modules of the Masters Certificate
in Project Management commence at 8:30 a.m. and end at 5:00 p.m.
Program Fee
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$7,425 CDN
Program fee includes full 9-module program tuition,
all teaching materials, lunches, refreshments and a Certificate
of Completion.
University of Prince Edward Island’s liability is limited
to reimbursement of paid tuition fee.
Full program fee is payable prior to start of program.
Registration Process
To be accepted into this program, please submit your completed
registration form by:
MAIL
Masters Certificate in Project Management
c/o Pinnacle Marketing Group
TELEPHONE
902.367.7789
FAX
902.894.4092
Deposits, Cancellations, Replacements
and Transfers
IMPORTANT: A deposit of $800 is required to secure your place in
the program. Please include your credit card information on faxed
or online registrations, or mail a cheque along with your completed
program registration.
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If you are unable to attend the program you may transfer
to the next session, subject to the 21-day written notification
requirement or your organization may name a replacement
candidate.
Only one module transfer to another session will be permitted
(subject to space availability) without penalty. Each subsequent
transfer request has a $200 administration fee.
A full refund will be issued for written cancellations received
a minimum of 21 days before the program start date. Written
cancellations received after January 9, 2008 will incur an
administration charge of $800. Non-attendance or withdrawal
after program start date will incur a full program fee.
Certificate of Program Completion
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Participants must attend all program modules in order to
receive a certificate.
Upon completion of the Masters Certificate in Project
Management, you will receive a framed certificate, stating you
have successfully completed the program.
This Program Prepares You For Your PMP ® Exam
This program is designed for anyone who does NOT have their
PMP ® designation from the Project Management Institute.
If you have your PMP ® designation, we offer other programs
appropriate for your level.
For Further Program-Related Information
Please contact:
Andrea Carr-MacNeil
Tel: 902.367.7789
E-mail: andrea@pinnacletourseast.com
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Modules, speakers, topics, dates, fees and locations are subject to change.

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The Masters Certificate in
Project Management
2008 Program Registration
Register me immediately for the following session:
January 30 – May 31, 2008
Three Ways to Register:
MAIL this form to Masters Certificate in Project Management
c/o Pinnacle Marketing Group
18 Queen Street, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4A1
Please make cheque payable to Pinnacle Marketing Group
FAX this registration
form to 902.894.4092
TEL. 902.367.7789
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Company
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City Province Postal Code
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registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. The Schulich
Executive Education Centre is a PMI Registered Education Provider
(R.E.P.), as designated by the Project Management Institute (PMI).
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