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Learn project management basics online from the University of Michigan.

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Project management techniques for any role in any industry.

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Nicole Friedberg

Master Black Belt and Project Manager
Lecturer, Michigan Engineering
Instructor, Six Sigma Programs

Project management enables organizations to effectively and efficiently complete projects. So, we’re looking at efficiently using our resources and effectively achieving our stakeholder goals and requirements. Project management has this methodical approach that ensures we have the organization as well as the communication throughout the entire team.

Frequently Asked Questions

My title isn’t “project manager”, but I do work on projects. Is this course for me?

Yes. This course provides essential tools and strategies for anyone interested in project management. You can benefit from the lessons in this course regardless of your industry or job title.

Is this course appropriate for beginners?

Yes, this online course is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in learning how to implement project management strategies.

Is the course fully online?

Yes, this course is self-paced and fully online.

Do I need to register by a specific date?

This fully online course has open enrollment—you can start learning whenever you want.

Will I be able to successfully lead projects after completing this course?

Yes, this course provides you with the tools to lead projects within a single department.

What if I want to continue learning beyond the basics?

The University of Michigan offers two additional project management courses: Applied Project Management for people who lead business-related cross-functional projects and Technical Project Management for people who lead technical project teams.