Project Management
Learn top strategies and processes for planning, executing, and monitoring projects in the field of Project Management. Understand the difference between Agile and Waterfall project management, and know how to plan to get a PMI® Project Management Professional (PMP)®, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®, and other project management designations.
This program is under review and is currently closed for applications.
This program is under review and is currently closed for applications.
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Apply strategies and processes in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing projects.
- Manage risks to reduce project uncertainties.
- Demonstrate project management skills to optimize project outcomes.
- Adapt project management approaches to meet the specific needs of organizations.
- Apply strategies for managing stakeholders’ needs and expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Construct comprehensive project plans that address the goals and objectives of organizations.
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving techniques to make sound business management decisions and recommendations.
- Implement effective communication plans to ensure project success.
- Utilize change management strategies to support project implementation.
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behaviours as a project team member.
- Communicate and contribute as a project team member to the overall success of projects.
- Apply reflective practices to identify professional development opportunities and enhance lifelong learning.
What to expect
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
The program is delivered over four academic terms, each four months long. There is one term break between terms two and three.
Maximum time to complete the program is 4 years.
The courses will be presented using a variety of instructional strategies, resources and activities including lectures, active learning strategies, online activities, group activities, and projects.
Instructional activities require students to be actively engaged and collaborate with other students.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- An undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary institution, as determined by the institution
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at 成人头条International.
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Program Considerations
- Motivated and disciplined.
- Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Experienced in word processing and use of spreadsheets
Courses *
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Prior learning assessment and recognition is not available for this program.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term One | Credits | |
| 笔骋惭罢听1001 | Fundamentals of Project Management | 3 |
| 笔骋惭罢听1002 | Product Development and Project Scope Management | 3 |
| 惭骋惭罢听1004 | Business Communication | 3 |
| 惭骋惭罢听1015 | Applied Quantitative Skills | 3 |
| 惭骋惭罢听1014 | Business Management Essentials | 3 |
| 听 | Credits | 15 |
| Term Two | ||
| PGMT听1003 | Project Stakeholder and Communications Management | 3 |
| PGMT听1004 | Project Schedule and Cost Management | 3 |
| PGMT听1005 | Project Resource and Procurement Management | 3 |
| OPMT听1004 | Logistics and Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| MGMT听1002 | Introduction to Economics | 3 |
| 听 | Credits | 15 |
| Second Year | ||
| Term Three | ||
| PGMT听2001 | Project Quality and Risk Management | 3 |
| PGMT听2002 | Agile Project Management | 3 |
| OPMT听1005 | Process Improvement and Lean Design | 3 |
| PGMT听2003 | Project Leadership and Change Management | 3 |
| MGMT听1006 | Fundamentals of Marketing | 3 |
| 听 | Credits | 15 |
| Term Four | ||
| PGMT听2020 | Project Management Technology | 3 |
| PGMT听2021 | Project Integration and Capstone | 6 |
| PGMT听2022 | Project Contract Negotiations and Management | 3 |
| OPMT听2020 | Workplace Safety and Sustainability | 3 |
| 听 | Credits | 15 |
| 听 | Total Credits | 60 |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and other costs *
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 36 | |
| Tuition Tuition | 17555 | |
| Student union | 290 | |
| College initiative | 181 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 352 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| 570 | ||
| Temporary Medical Insurance | 0 | |
| U-PASS | 751 | |
| Graduation | 45 | |
| Program-specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit 成人头条International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.