Project Management Education and Training

Choose a school or training program for project management training and certification Many college business programs, such as program management training tracks, have a built-in project management certification specialization or emphasis. Also, many continuing education programs offer project management education. Opt to get certified online if you don't live near a college/university or can't attend traditional courses.

I recommend:  Go with the course delivery format that best accommodates you, your schedule and your needs for project management education and certification. Check local higher education schools in your area, such as City University of Seattle, The University of Texas at Austin or NYU SCPS to register for a certified project management professional training program, but know you can also obtain project management education and training online through many of these same colleges/universities or through separate e-schools and online prep sites, such as Kaplan University, Project Management Training Online or in coordination with Towson University, The New York Times Knowledge Network.

Watch out for illegitimate training programs that are not accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI) while seeking project management education and training. Most states have their own PMI Chapters, such as PMI Southwest Ohio Chapter. Check on accreditation for brick–and–mortar schools as well as online schools offering a software project management class.

Study your project management training materials Plan to study a lot to get the most out of your project manager education. You can study independently; however, it's best for most people to have some guidance, feedback and structure.

I recommend:  Utilize free study sites, such as projectmanagementcourse.com, where you can not only obtain useful study information but also participate in a project management blog. Participate in other blogs related to business and project management like tompeters!

If you're taking an online project management training certification course, engage in discussions and communicate often with your instructor and/or course mates if possible. It's helpful to have peer input from study partners or course mates, especially with project management training.

Get certified in project management Locate a testing site for project management certification. Register and pay for the exam ahead of time. Check the PMI site for testing facilities and fees.

I recommend:  Study and know the project manager education material. Take practice tests via websites, such as GoCertify. Get plenty of R & R before your CPMP exam.