If you're looking to advance your career in project management but want a more flexible payment option, our Project Management Certificate offers a convenient "pay as you go" payment plan. This allows you to spread the cost over time while still gaining the same valuable skills and credentials upon completion of the program.
What is the Project Management Certificate?
ASU's Project Management Certificate is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge and skills required to succeed in project management. The program consists of 13 self-paced, online courses that cover key project management principles, including planning, scheduling, risk management, Agile methodologies and leadership. Additionally, this program fulfills the 35-hour educational requirement needed to sit for the PMP exam, making it an ideal choice for those looking to break into the field or strengthen their project management skills while preparing for the PMP certification.
Pay as you go: the flexible payment plan
If you'd prefer not to pay for the entire project management certificate upfront, you have the option to purchase each course individually. Here’s how the payment plan works:
- Course price: Each of the 13 courses in the program is priced at $299.
- Total cost: If you choose to pay as you go, the total cost of the program will be $3,289 (as opposed to the full upfront price of $3,000 for the entire certificate).
- Voucher offer: After you purchase 11 courses, simply contact us, and we’ll verify your purchases. We’ll then provide you with a unique voucher code to take the last two courses at no additional cost.
- Completion timeline: To fulfill the requirements of the certificate, you will need to complete all 13 courses within 12 months from the date you purchase your first course.
Pros of the payment plan
- Flexibility: You can start the program with as little as one course and purchase additional courses at your own pace—whether that means buying one per month or completing multiple in quick succession.
- Affordable: Instead of paying the entire $3,000 upfront, you can break the cost into smaller, more manageable payments as you progress through the courses.
- Self-paced learning: Our courses are already designed to be flexible, allowing you to complete them on your own schedule. The pay-as-you-go option provides even more control over how and when you pay for your education.
Cons of the payment plan
- Higher total cost: If you choose the payment plan, the total cost of the certificate will be $3,289, compared to the one-time payment of $3,000 for the full program.
- 12-month completion requirement: Unlike the standard certificate, where you can start and stop at your convenience, the pay-as-you-go option requires that you complete all 13 courses within 12 months of purchasing the first course. This timeline ensures you stay on track to earn your certificate in a timely manner.
Why choose the payment plan?
The Project Management Certificate payment plan offers a flexible and budget-friendly option for individuals who want to invest in their professional growth without committing to the full course cost upfront. Whether you’re looking to improve your project management skills or earn the 35-hour educational requirement for the PMP exam, this payment plan makes it easier to achieve your goals at your own pace.
How to get started
If you're ready to get started with the Project Management Certificate and prefer the flexibility of a payment plan, follow these simple steps:
- Review the 13 courses listed below in the order they should be completed.
- Start by enrolling in the first course, Project Management Fundamentals, and continue purchasing the courses in order, as you go.
- Once you’ve purchased the first 11 courses (with Analysis, Problem Solving and Complexity being the 11th course), reach out to us at
cc-enrollment@asu.edu for purchase verification. - After we verify your purchases, we'll send you a unique voucher code to use for the remaining two courses at no additional cost.
- Complete all 13 courses and then contact us again at
cc-enrollment@asu.edu. We'll verify your course completion and send you your Project Management Certificate credentials.
Courses within the Project Management Fundamentals Certificate
- Project Management Fundamentals
- Master the core principles of project management and gain the essential skills to successfully initiate, plan, execute, monitor and close projects. This course provides a structured approach to managing projects efficiently, equipping you with the knowledge and tools needed to handle real-world challenges across industries.
- Agile Project Management
- Adapt to rapidly changing project environments by mastering Agile methodologies. This course introduces Agile project management frameworks, including Scrum, Lean and Extreme Programming (XP), providing the tools you need to implement Agile principles in real-world projects. Learn how Agile fosters collaboration, enhances adaptability and drives efficiency across industries.
- Leading Projects
- Effective leadership drives project success. This course helps project managers and team leads develop strategic thinking, decision-making and communication skills to inspire teams and navigate challenges. Gain the tools to foster collaboration and lead with impact in dynamic environments.
- Managing Teams
- Strong teams drive successful projects. This course equips project managers and team leads with the skills needed to foster collaboration, improve team dynamics and create high-performing teams. Learn how to build trust, manage conflict and develop strategies to enhance team efficiency and engagement.
- Managing Stakeholders
- Effective stakeholder management is critical to project success. This course helps project managers and team leads identify key stakeholders, assess their needs and implement strategies to ensure alignment and engagement throughout the project lifecycle. Learn how to manage competing interests, communicate effectively and foster strong relationships that support project goals.
- Managing Change
- Change is inevitable in project management. This course provides project managers and team leads with essential change management strategies to help teams navigate transitions smoothly. Learn how to anticipate resistance, communicate effectively and implement change with minimal disruption to project goals.
- Managing Risk
- Risk is an inherent part of any project, but with the right strategies, uncertainty can become an opportunity for growth. This course equips project managers and team leads with the tools to identify, assess and mitigate risks while maintaining project momentum. Learn how to develop risk management frameworks, anticipate potential challenges and implement contingency plans to ensure project success.
- Systems Thinking
- Projects don’t exist in isolation—every decision has ripple effects across an organization. This course introduces systems thinking as a strategic approach to managing complex projects. Learn to recognize interdependencies, anticipate unintended consequences and optimize project outcomes by viewing challenges through a holistic lens.
- Tailoring, Adaptability and Resilience
- No two projects are the same, and successful project managers must be able to tailor their approach to fit unique challenges. This course focuses on adaptability, resilience and tailoring project management methodologies to optimize results. Learn how to assess project needs, implement flexible strategies and lead teams through uncertainty with confidence.
- Quality and Value
- Develop a strong foundation in project quality management by leveraging industry best practices and globally recognized frameworks. This course enables you to maintain high-quality deliverables, optimize efficiency and ensure projects align with strategic goals using globally recognized methodologies. This course introduces frameworks and best practices for managing project quality and optimizing efficiency.
- Analysis, Problem Solving and Complexity
- Enhance your problem-solving abilities by learning how to assess and address complex project challenges with strategic solutions. This course provides essential techniques for identifying root causes, implementing data-driven solutions and enhancing decision-making in dynamic project environments. Learn to analyze data, define problems and implement strategic solutions to enhance project success.
- Stewardship
- Develop ethical leadership skills by understanding best practices in project governance, stakeholder management and corporate responsibility. This course explores best practices in corporate social responsibility, stakeholder engagement and transparent project execution to foster trust and long-term success. This course covers ethical considerations, stakeholder engagement and project governance.
- Global Project Management Simulation
- Step into the role of a project leader in this immersive simulation. Navigate complex scenarios, make high-stakes decisions and manage scope, budget, risk and quality under real-time constraints. This hands-on experience sharpens leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills while reinforcing core project management principles.
