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Improve YourCareer Optionswith a ProfessionalCertificateIn today’s competitive businessenvironment, leaders are appointedbased on credentials and experience.To stay ahead of the competition,advance your career and increase yourearning potential, enroll in one ofUniversity of California, Irvine Extension’sprofessional certificate programs.Convenient and affordable, UC IrvineExtension makes it easy to learn on yourown time, in your own way. Courses aredesigned to ensure you gain mastery of aparticular topic, and instructors are highlyqualified leaders in their professions.UC Irvine Extension is the only continuingeducation provider in Orange County thatrepresents the University of California.A certificate bearing the UC seal signifiesa well-known, uncompromising standardof academic excellence.On-Site TrainingThrough Corporate Training, we can deliverthis program or customize one that fitsyour organization’s specific needs.Visit extension.uci.edu/corporate or call(949) 824-1847 for more information.

Project ManagementCertificate ProgramProject Management Certificate ProgramUC Irvine Extension is a Charter Global RegisteredEducation Provider of the Project Management Institute,the governing body that sets the standards for excellencein the project management profession. Most projectmanagers start with training in the technology of theirprojects, but frequently lack an understanding of themanagerial function necessary to manage projects. Withindustry leaders as instructors, UC Irvine Extension’sProject Management Certificate Program teaches studentshow to apply fundamental project management principles,theories and practices, including the concepts describedin the most recent edition of A Guide to the ProjectManagement Body of Knowledge (PMBOK ® Guide).The program offers an organized sequence of coursesthat will provide preparation in the practice of professionalproject management. Required courses cover the body ofknowledge helpful in preparing for the Project ManagementProfessional (PMP) ® exam. Elective courses further developskills in the area of process improvement, scheduling usingMicrosoft Project, rapid product development, and costmanagement.Who Should EnrollThis program benefits project managers from all industrieswho want to prepare for the PMP ® exam, project teammembers who want to advance their skills to becomeproject managers, and those who want to make a careertransition into project management. Upon completing theprogram, graduates will meet the educational requirementsto sit for the PMP ® exam. Education credits in this certificateare not only valid as professional development units,but are also transferable toward applicable degrees at ourpartner universities.®CHARTER MEMBERREP#1043ProjectManagementInstituteCertificate RequirementsTo earn the Project Management Certificate, you mustcomplete six required courses and two electivecourses each with a grade of “C” or better for a minimumof 17.5 units (175 hours) of instruction. These requirementsmust be fulfilled within five years after the student enrollsin his/her first course. Certificate candidates should applyfor the Certificate Program before completing the thirdclass in which he/she enrolls. Students not pursuing thecertificate program are welcome to take as many individualcourses as they wish.After you have completed all requirements, you mayrequest to receive your official certificate by completingthe Request for Certificate Form (available online) andreturning it to our offices as noted on the form.Accelerated Classroom FormatIn addition to the classroom or online formats, participantsmay take courses in the accelerated format. Our acceleratedformat gives you the same comprehensive and in-depthcourse of study as the traditional format. However, theconcentrated course schedule expedites your learningexperience, enabling you to achieve your educational, professionaland organizational goals in as few as 9 months.Transfer CreditThis program qualifies for degree credit at our partneruniversities. Visit extension.uci.edu/partners for information.For more information:Vonessa LowProgram Representative(949) 824-7774v.low@uci.edu

CurriculumProgram Benefits1. Apply fundamental project management principles,theories, and practices, including the basic conceptsdescribed in the most current version of the ProjectManagement Institute’s PMBOK ® Guide.2. Use project management tools and techniques that areeffective in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring,controlling, and closing a project.3. Identify characteristics of high performance teams andways to manage stakeholder expectations.4. Select appropriate techniques to communicate effectivelywith team members and other stake-holders.5. Meet the education requirements to become a PMP ®credential holder and prepare to take the PMP ® exam.6. Earn continuing education credits for professionalcertifications (PMI ® REP number 1043).Program FeesStudents may take courses in more than one format.The total cost of the program varies depending on theelectives chosen. Actual fees may differ from the estimatebelow. Fees are subject to change without prior notice.Course fees$740-$785 per courseBooks $800Candidacy fee $125Parking$30-74 per quarter**Parking fees not required for online courses. Parking fees will vary depending on theformats of courses chosen.Required Courses (6)Introduction to Project Management Principlesand PracticesMGMT X442.28 (2.5 units)Project management has been proven to be the mosteffective method of delivering products within cost, schedule,and resource constraints. Gain a working knowledgeof the basics of project management that can be instantlyapplied to any project. This course will provide the skills toensure your projects deliver on time and on budget. Learnto define and manage scope via the elicitation of requirementsand the creation of a detailed work breakdownstructure, create a defensible and realistic project scheduleand budget, develop and manage the project team, identifyand manage risks, and understand the project procurementprocesses. Prerequisite: NoneManagement, Leadership and Team Building in theProject EnvironmentMGMT X474.91 (2.5 units)The success of projects is dependent upon people andhow effectively they work and communicate with oneanother. You will reflect upon your role as a manager/leader within a project management framework. Exploreconcepts of human behavior, motivation, problem solving,decision-making, influence, conflict management, andorganization structure. Build skills in recognizing andmanaging project stakeholders, communications, teamdevelopment, and working with virtual team members,via presentations, case studies, readings, essays, anddiscussions. Prerequisite: Mgmt X442.28Project Procurement Management: Contracting,Subcontracting, TeamingMGMT X478.7 (2 units)Procurement management has become a vital projectmanagement skill, as organizations increasingly outsourceall but their core competencies. Understand the scope ofprocurement management in the contemporary projectmanagement environment and the role and responsibilityof the procurement manager. Learn to establish projectscope, develop a procurement management plan, selectthe proper contract type, define strategic teaming agreements,evaluate and select suppliers, and track supplierperformance. Prerequisite: Mgmt X442.28extension.uci.edu/project

Project Risk ManagementMGMT X474.1 (2.5 units)Project success is achieved by project managers andteams skilled in coping with project risks. Making gooddecisions and using proven processes requires bothtraining and experience. Gain in-depth practice applyingsubjective and quantitative methods to an actual projectsituation. Learn from peers through risk analysis exercises,case studies, and persuasive presentations. Discover howto recognize, assess, and respond to project risks in anappropriate, cost effective manner in order to make betterdecisions. Prerequisite: Mgmt X442.28Project Monitoring and Control with Earned ValueMGMT X474.74 (2.5 units)Bringing together Project Monitoring and Control withEarned Value techniques, PMC with Earned Value willpresent you with a variety of tools and processes forensuring adequate project controls including: scope, risk,procurement, cost, quality and schedule within the costsor Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB). Projectmanagers will learn to make informed and fact-baseddecisions derived from established and insightful projectcontrols such as necessary immediate project decisionsor corrective actions during the project execution phase.Output and analysis of a variety of project monitoringand control techniques will equip you to make quick andsound project decisions, aiding your project(s) and enterprise.This course will also introduce you to the principlesof Earned Value Project Management including definingand establishing project scope, schedule and cost in orderto align with executive management expectations. Learn touse the earned value method to establish a realistic projectbaseline, calculate a range of estimates-at-completion (EAC),and apply effective methods for keeping your projectbudget and schedule on target. Develop the strategiesto effectively monitor, measure, and control costs andschedule. Set project standards and metrics to measureproject success and forecast results.Project Management Practicum & Project SimulationMGMT X472.83 (2.5 units)This hands-on capstone course lets you put into practicethe five project process groups and the nine knowledgeareas that are outlined in the Project Management Bodyof Knowledge Guide (PMBOK ® Guide). Participants willsimulate a project based on one of two case studies. Theproject will require students to create a complete projectplan under typical business constraints. Project managersare expected to team successfully with their classmatesand to perform a variety of tasks typically required ofproject managers on the job. Prerequisite: Completion of3 courses: Mgmt X442.28 Intro to Project Management,Mgmt X474.9 Management, Leadership & Team Buildingand one of the following: Mgmt X474.1 Project RiskManagement OR Mgmt X452.39 Project Control &Monitoring. If students do not meet the prerequisites, theymay register with instructor’s consent.Elective Courses (Choose 2)Project Stakeholder ManagementMGMT X474.53 (1.5 units)Savvy project managers understand the need to keepstakeholder interests in mind during project execution. Thiscourse will lay the groundwork for what you need to knowto be ready to manage stakeholder expectations, includingtips and techniques to help your projects run moresmoothly.Managing Quality in the Project EnvironmentMGMT X442.23 (2.5 units)In today’s competitive environment, high quality is not anoption — it is absolutely required as the price of entry tocompete in the global marketplace. Management in allindustries are requiring that quality be an integral part ofthe project planning process and as a result, the traditionalproject manager now has to assume responsibility for thedevelopment and results of the project related qualityprograms. This course focuses on the key issues related tomanaging project quality. During this course, you will learnhow the issue of quality is related to all aspects of yourproject from planning through implementation, and finally,the completion phase.

Project Management Tool BoxMGMT X442.31 (2.5 units)This project management boot camp will examine thebasics of putting together a well-defined, planned, andexecuted project. The goal is to deliver on-time and onbudget,while meeting customer expectations. Learn thebasic components of project management and the projectlifecycle: project definition; practical and collaborativemethods for creating a successful project charter or initiationdocument; building and managing a project team;performing risk analysis; and project closure. Explore howto develop and lead high performance teams. If you havenever managed a project before, this class will give youan introduction and provide tools that you can use for yournext project.Managing Business Process Improvement ProjectsMGMT X474.10 (2.5 units)Learn how the structured approach of business processimprovement (BPI) can be performed at all levels in anorganization. Through a series of training activities, youwill learn how to select, design, sell, implement, andinstitutionalize the changes necessary for effective BPI.Determine the process flow of a project, evaluate ineffectiveuse of time, and change the process for improvedeffectiveness. In addition, collaborate on a class projectthat will allow for application of techniques to an organization’sprocesses and procedures. Prerequisite: NoneProject Management Using MS ProjectMGMT X474.24 (1.5 units)Learn the skills needed to enhance the outcomes ofmanaging projects. Gain knowledge of the fundamentalsof project scheduling and the key area of knowledge forplanning projects using Microsoft Project (Windows). Thiscourse will emphasize the importance of defining the totalproject with the use of a Work Breakdown Structure(WBS); then formally issuing and controlling the projectwith the use of a Project Master Schedule (PMS).Prerequisite: NoneAdvanced Project Management Techniques UsingMS ProjectMGMT X474.27 (2.5 units)Gain advanced skills and knowledge in building andmanaging complex projects using Microsoft Project(Windows). Review scheduling techniques and methodsused to support Critical Path Method, the performance ofRisk Analysis, and for the management of multiple projectsin an integrated team environment. Learn to identify andresolve common problems, use methods for debuggingthe schedule, and develop custom reports. Study andapply techniques for the use of Earned Value method ofperformance measurement, tracking the progress ofprojects, resource loading methods, and advancedtechniques for budget development. RecommendedPrerequisite: Mgmt X474.24Management of Multiple ProjectsMGMT X478.6 (2.5 units)Managing multiple projects typically presents unique challengescompared to the management of one large project.Build on your existing skills in the areas of scope, time,cost, risk, human resources, leadership and teambuildingthrough a combination of lecture and team-based learningexercises. Learn to select the most effective strategiesand responses for multiple, small independent projects,portfolios, or large programs. Individual and group exerciseswill explore scheduling techniques and honing in on anassessment of project environments through stakeholderanalysis. An adaptable multi-project simulation will alsoreinforce the benefits of cooperation for mutual gain.Prerequisite: Mgmt X442.28Creating the Project Management OfficeMGMT X472.89 (2.5 units)Research shows that project management offices (PMOs)improve organizational performance by increasing efficiency,decreasing costs, and meeting deadlines and budgets.Participants will address six principal topics 1.) the role ofproject-based organizations, enterprise project management,and project offices, 2.) urgency and coalition building,3.) vision and strategy, 4.) implementation, 5.) operations,and 6.) maintaining effectiveness.extension.uci.edu/project

Project Scheduling Concepts and TechniquesMGMT X472.63 (2 units)Gain the necessary concepts and techniques for projectmanagers to develop sound basic scheduling skills. Agood schedule helps project managers to establish realisticgoals to meet project objectives, enhance credibility,and better manage the clients’ expectations. Project managersmust deliver results, meet requirements, and keep toagreed-upon time and cost constraints in order to ensurethe success of their projects. A high priority should beplaced on skills for project estimating and scheduling,as well as negotiation and prioritization, in order to meetcompetitive demands and support other business objectives.Learn to identify and use common scheduling andestimating terms and their correct definitions, and apply awide range of scheduling techniques as referenced in thePMBOK ® Guide, and other accepted sources.Advanced PMBOK ® Guide Applications(PMP ® Exam Preparation)Mgmt X474.48 (2.5 units)Review the nine knowledge areas in the PMBOK ® Guideand the key concepts in Professional Responsibility.Prepare to pass the PMP ® Examination with a focus onunderstanding how to integrate the detailed projectmanagement processes. To measure your preparednessfor the exam, this course will provide exercises, practicequestions, practice exams, and practical tips from ProjectManagement Professionals ® . The content of this courseis fully compliant and aligns with the Guide to the ProjectManagement Body of Knowledge (PMBOK ® Guide) –Fourth Edition. Prerequisite: Minimum of 35 hours ofproject management instruction, 4,500 hours of projectmanagement experience with a bachelors degree, or7,500 hours without a bachelors degree.Systems Engineering for Project ManagersMGMT X472.85 (2.5 units)Learn the benefits of combining traditional projectmanagement with a systems approach for an improvedproduct development cycle focused on customer needsand reduced overall costs. Ensure steady progress towarda project’s technical objectives through efficient use offinancial and human resources, and timely completion ofthe project. In this effective system all components interactharmoniously—encouraging systematic and repeatableplanning, design, and implementation throughout. Specificsystems engineering, process and management topics willbe reviewed.Project Cost ManagementMGMT X442.29 (2.5 units)No organization has unlimited time, money, or resources.For that reason, cost management can be used to evaluatethe benefits and expenses of the project in relation toother potential projects before a selection is made. Learnto evaluate and analyze the financial viability and nonfinancialissues. Review basic financial terms and conceptsthat influence project selection decisions and understandall aspects of project planning. Discover how to prepare acost estimate and budget in addition to considering wayshow to monitor and control cost and manage changes tothe cost baseline. Prerequisite: Mgmt X442.28On-Site TrainingThrough Corporate Training, we can deliverthis program or customize one that fitsyour organization’s specific needs.Visit extension.uci.edu/corporate or call(949) 824-1847 for more information.

AdvancedProject ManagementCertificate ProgramAdvanced Project Management CertificateProgramDue to the increasingly demanding nature of projects intoday’s ever-changing marketplace, organizations areleveraging their project management capabilities as a keycompetitive advantage. Those techniques and processesthat can best assist in improving the success rate ofcomplex projects are currently available but are notpackaged to deliver a cohesive set of tools, methods andthe skills necessary to produce results.We have developed the Advanced Project ManagementCertificate Program to address this gap. Our curriculumbrings together theoretical concepts and practical knowledgefor managing a portfolio of critical programs andprojects, with the goal of successfully executing strategy.Practical instruction is applied to processes, organizationalstructures and tools to ensure project work yields thedesired business results.Who Should AttendThe curriculum assumes participants have a strongfoundation in project management and does not teachbasic concepts and fundamentals. Experienced project managers and senior level managerslooking to build on expertise, acquire new skills,and go beyond PMP ® accreditation Those seeking to expand their knowledge by focusingon higher-level strategic project management issues orto dive deeper into more complex tactical challenges Individuals who plan, control or manage the execution ofcomplex projects or programs PMO professionals seeking to enhance their organization’sproject management practices Product development managers, business line managers,IT managers, financial managers, event managers,marketing directors, and other business professionalswho need an advanced yet practical project managementeducationCertificate RequirementsIndividuals must complete courses totaling a minimum of15.0 quarter units (150 hours), in any sequence, with aletter grade of “C” or better. Certificate candidates shouldcomplete and submit an Application for Candidacy beforecompleting the third class in which he/she enrolls. Allrequirements must be completed within five (5) years afterthe student enrolls in his/her first course.Eligibility and PrerequisitesParticipants who wish to enroll in the Advanced ProjectManagement Certificate Program need to have at leastthree years of project management practical experience.Several courses in the certificate program satisfy theeducational prerequisites for the following exams offeredthrough the Project Management Institute, Inc. Program Management Professional (PgMP) ® PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) ® PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)Visit Project Management Institute, Inc. for more details:http://www.pmi.org®CHARTER MEMBERREP#1043extension.uci.edu/projectProjectManagementInstitute

CurriculumProgram BenefitsThe Advanced Project Management Certificate Programoffers candidates the following benefits: Remain competitive and manage change in a multidimensionalenvironment Lead cross-functional teams in a global context Improve productivity and profitability Identify the various methodologies used to improve thesuccess rate of complex projects Distinguish between options of software tools thatsupport the front end of the project Examine the supervisory and productivity issues relatedto managing multi-site projects Apply advanced scheduling methodsProgram FeesActual fees may differ from the estimates below. Fees aresubject to change without prior notice.Course Fees $5180Candidacy Fee $125Textbooks $700Parking $68*Total Estimated Cost $6073* Parking fee reflects two quarters’ cost for those students who wish to takecourse(s) in the face-to-face format.Program ManagementMGMT X472.88 (3 units)Programs encompass a much larger landscape thanprojects – from building jetliners, to ships, high-rise construction,to large public work projects. Learn how to rolltogether all of the individual projects in a program andintegrate them into a manageable program.Creating the Project Management OfficeMGMT X472.89 (2.5 units)Research shows that project management offices (PMOs)improve organizational performance by increasing efficiency,decreasing costs, and meeting deadlines and budgets.Participants will address six principal topics 1.) the role ofproject-based organizations, enterprise project management,and project offices, 2.) urgency and coalition building,3.) vision and strategy, 4.) implementation, 5.) operations,and 6.) maintaining effectiveness.Project Portfolio ManagementMGMT X472.96 (1.5 units)Part of a mature project management practice is havinga functional project portfolio management process thathelps organizations select the right projects and optimizelimited resources. This course provides the basic conceptsof portfolio management and differentiates portfoliomanagement from project management, program managementand the PMO. The course content defines the stepsto necessary to develop a project portfolio, includingselecting portfolio components and applying financial andresource constraints. Portfolios have different risks thanindividual projects and programs; therefore an explanationof portfolio risk management is included. Once the portfoliois launched students will learn how to manage, balance,and adjust the portfolio to respond to internal and marketchanges.For more information:Vonessa LowProgram Representative(949) 824-7774v.low@uci.edu

Agile for Any ProjectMGMT X472.64 (1.5 units)This class will give students the tools to utilize Agileproject management methodology for any project, inany industry. The course is structured into five modules,facilitating student learning. We will begin with an overviewof the Agile and lean practices, then we will discuss howkey elements of Agile developed through lean methodscan be applied to all types of projects. Students will learnto identify stakeholders and process groups using differentmethodologies including Kanban, Daily short Stand UpMeetings, the use of Burn Down Charts for tracking andmonitoring progress, and finally the role and ongoinginvolvement of the Product Owner in the progressiveelaboration of the project requirements.Project Scheduling Concepts and TechniquesMGMT X472.63 (2 units)A good schedule helps project managers to establish realisticgoals to meet project objectives, enhance credibility,and better manage the clients’ expectations. Learn thenecessary concepts and techniques needed to developsound scheduling skills. This class emphasizes skills forproject estimating and scheduling, as well as negotiationand prioritization, in order to meet competitive demandsand support other business objectives. Learn to identifyand use common scheduling and estimating terms andtheir correct definitions, and apply a wide range of schedulingtechniques as referenced in the PMBOK ® Guide,and other accepted sources.Global Aspects of Team LeadershipMGMT X475.23 (2 units)In today’s global business environment, customers andsupport organizations may be located across countries orcontinents, leading to a wide range of project managementchallenges. In this course, you will learn how to leadculturally diverse and geographically distributed teams,exploring the knowledge, skills and techniques neededto effectively address a diverse set of stakeholders andemployees. In this course you will explore identifyingstakeholders, gathering requirements, planning andcontrolling the global project, differing work and legalpractices, communications, cultural norms, educationalbackgrounds, and identifying those tools needed tomanage a virtual team.Six Sigma Lean ToolkitMGMT X410.18 ( 2.5 units )The foundation of Lean is the systematic identificationand elimination of waste from processes. The Lean Toolkitwill provide participants with the means to identify andsystematically eliminate waste from a process. This coursewill provide participants with a solid foundation for identifying,applying and implementing some of the standard Leanprocess improvement methodologies. The course coverstopics such as identifying value, mapping the value stream,flowing the product, pull systems, and the concept of continuousimprovement. The opportunity to learn from peersis realized through team exercises, case studies, and classpresentations that demonstrate the lean concepts taughtin the course.extension.uci.edu/project

Advisory Committee Diana Adler, Technical Specialist/Scientist, Managementand Supervisory Development, Nuclear Training Division Kenneth W. Binnings, EDD, M.B.A., PMP Timothy Covington, M.S., PMP, Senior Manager –Engineering, The Boeing Company Susan Embry-Busch, Partner, Sagan Group Quentin Fleming, M.S., Author and ManagementConsultant, Fleming Management Consultancy Steven D. Hall, PMP, Sr. Project Manager, AbbottVascular Leroy Lambright, PMP, CSQA, Director, EngineeringQuality Assurance, L3 Communications/IEC Kristine Hayes Munson, IT Risk and ComplianceManager, VP, State Street Karen Nguyen, PMP, Program Manager, Kia MotorsAmerica Janice Preston, PMP, CPA, Core PerformanceConcepts, Inc. Tony Roberts, M.S., PMP, VP, Program Management,Masimo Corporation Gregg Scott, PMP, PMI-OC President, Consultant,Project Manager at GDS Operations Solutions Stan K. VanBibber, PMP, SCPM, AVP, Enterprise ProjectManagement Marty Wartenberg, M.B.A., P.E., Business Consulting &Training Julie Wilson, ACS, CEPM, FLMI, PMP Deborah Wright Henley, M.B.A., Manager, ProjectManagement – IT Solutions, Northrop GrummanCorporationHow can employee education help grow your business?=$35gained.every $ 1invested ineducationActual results from one of ourclients, a major manufacturingcompany, who measured the costbenefitof the employee developmentprogram provided through UC IrvineExtension over the last eight years.They’ve found that every $1invested in training results in$35 gained.

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