Mandatory for everyone

About the Course
This six-session course provides a hands-on journey through the entire project lifecycle. You'll learn how to build a full project plan and apply real tools and templates while working in teams. The content aligns with the PMBOK framework and emphasizes practical application over jargon. This course lasts 3 days and is offered in person in Thompson. 

Learning Outcomes

• Apply PM terminology and processes

• Build a complete project plan

• Practice facilitation and team collaboration

• Use PM templates and tools

• Understand the value of a consistent methodology

Upcoming Dates

• May 6–8 & 13–15, 2025 | 7:30–11:00am

• Sept 17–19 & 24–26, 2025 | 7:30–11:00am

• Oct 28–Nov 27, 2025 (Tues/Thurs evenings) | 5:30–7:30pm

Mandatory for Certificate 
About the Course
Gain the skills to communicate effectively with project stakeholders and manage their expectations. Learn how to develop stakeholder and communication plans that keep your project on track.

Learning Outcomes

• Use stakeholder and communication management tools

• Create communications plans

• Analyze and monitor stakeholder engagement

• Promote proactive communication strategies

Upcoming Dates

• Oct 8–9, 2025 | 7:30–11:00am

About the Courses
This step includes two key topics:

• Defining & Managing Project Scope

• Project Scheduling & Cost Management

You’ll learn how to clarify project deliverables, control scope creep, develop realistic schedules, and manage budgets.

Learning Outcomes

• Define project requirements clearly

• Estimate time and cost with confidence

• Calculate critical path and float

• Apply earned value and forecasting tools

• Ensure alignment between scope, schedule, and budget

Upcoming Dates

• Defining & Managing Project Scope: Oct 16–17, 2025 | 7:30–11:00am

• Project Scheduling & Cost Management: Nov 6–7, 2025 | 7:30–11:00am

About the Courses
This step includes two essential topics:

• Managing Project Risk

• Leading Project-Driven Change

Understand how to identify, assess, and respond to risk while also building strategies to manage resistance to change.

Learning Outcomes

• Facilitate risk identification and analysis

• Choose appropriate risk responses

• Build stronger change and communication plans

• Improve project outcomes through proactive planning

Upcoming Dates

• Managing Project Risk: Oct 6–7, 2025 | 1:30–5:00pm

• Leading Project-Driven Change: Nov 13–14, 2025 | 7:30–11:00am

Select from the following options to tailor your learning:

• Introduction to Agile Project Management
  Explore agile concepts, the Scrum framework, and stakeholder engagement in iterative projects.
  Dates: Oct 20–21, 2025 | 1:30–5:00pm

• Defining & Managing Project Requirements
  Discover tools for capturing, validating, and managing project requirements.
  (Note: Not currently scheduled. Contact us for future dates.)

• Procurement & Contract Management
  Learn how to manage contracts, negotiate scope, and administer vendor relationships.
  Dates: Nov 20–21, 2025 | 7:30–11:00am

• Project Closeout Best Practices
  Use structured approaches to finalize projects, gain approvals, and apply lessons learned.
  Dates: Dec 1–2, 2025 | 7:30–11:00am

• Introduction to AI in Project Management
  Learn how AI is being used to enhance planning, forecasting, and decision-making.
  Dates: Mar 26–27, 2026 | 7:30–11:00am