Project Management Certificate

• Agile and traditional project management
• Project planning and scheduling
• Budgeting and cost estimation
• Risk management
• Stakeholder communication
• Project quality and performance management
• PMBOK-aligned project management

Project management is widely recognized as a highly adaptable skill set with value across a broad range of industries. Aligned with globally recognized standards from the Project Management Institute (PMI), this program reflects current workplace practices used in business and operations, healthcare systems, information technology, and construction and engineering.

This certificate prepares you for roles such as:

• Project Manager
• Project Analyst
• Program Coordinator
• Operations Manager

• Early-career professionals seeking to enter project-based roles
• Working professionals looking to advance into leadership or management positions
• Career changers transitioning into project management or operations-focused roles
• Managers and team leads who oversee projects and want to improve delivery, efficiency, and outcomes

This certificate is comprised of online courses offered through Moodle, our Learning Management System (LMS). Moodle serves as a centralized platform for students, providing an easy-to-use interface to access course materials, submit assignments, and interact with instructors and fellow learners.

The courses are organized into modules, which are units of learning. Each module consists of lectures, learning activities, and assessments, all designed to enhance the online learning experience. Throughout the course, you will progress from simpler to more complex concepts, and you will have opportunities to practice and apply your knowledge through activities and assessments. We recommend completing 1 to 2 modules per week.

One of the most valuable benefits of online learning is flexibility. Our self-paced courses allow you to access course materials and complete assignments at your preferred pace, reducing the need to log into Moodle at specific times. However, all activities must be completed before the course expiration date.

After successfully completing all courses in the certificate program, you will be able to download an official LSU certificate. We recommend you print out this certificate and showcase it with pride!

Completers will also receive a digital badge that showcases your new skill set and provides employers with a reliable way to assess your capabilities. These badges serve as a visual representation of your accomplishments and can be shared on social media, personal websites, or professional networking sites. For more information on digital badges, visit the LSU Digital Badge page.

After earning the Project Management Certificate, you will open doors to learning pathways that can enhance your skills and credentials. Through LSU’s Credit for Prior Learning initiative, you can potentially use your certificate to waive certain college credits, eliminating the need to retake courses that demonstrate competencies gained through our certificate programs.

The Project Management Certificate may contribute toward the following online degrees offered through LSU Online:

• BS in Leadership in Human Resource Development with LSU
• BS in Learning Experience & Instructional Design with LSU
• BS in General Business with LSU
• MS in Leadership and Human Resource Development with LSU
• Master of Business Administration with LSU

Note: Credit for Prior Learning is determined on a case-by-case basis and subject to change. It is evaluated once students are admitted into a degree program.

Explore multiple options to fund your educational journey.

• Through your employer: Many employers offer reimbursement or dedicated budgets for professional development programs. Please check with your human resources department or supervisor to determine your eligibility.
• Continuing Education loan: Certain certificate programs are eligible for continuing education loans through various banking institutions.
• Pay your own way: LSU accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.

Visit the payment options page to learn more.

Information on English Proficiency Requirements are located here.

Project Management Certificate FAQs

What is the LSU Project Management Certificate?

The LSU Project Management Certificate is an online program that teaches both traditional and agile project management, covering project life cycles, planning and scheduling, cost estimation, quality assurance, and risk management. LSU is a Project Management Institute (PMI) Authorized Training Partner, so the courses are pre-approved for the Professional Development Units (PDUs) used to earn and maintain PMI credentials. The program totals about 54 hours across five courses.

What courses are included in the LSU Project Management Certificate?

The certificate includes five online courses: Essentials of Project Management, Techniques for Project Development, Estimation & Cost Benefit Analysis, Quality Assurance Essentials, and Principles of Agile Project Management. The sequence blends traditional project management with agile approaches, from project fundamentals and planning techniques through cost-benefit analysis and quality assurance. It can be purchased as a discounted bundle or one course at a time.

How much does the LSU Project Management Certificate cost, and how can I pay?

The full LSU Project Management Certificate bundle costs $2,500 when all five courses are purchased together at a discounted rate; individual courses are also available. Payment options include employer reimbursement or professional development funds, continuing education loans through participating banks, and self-payment by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.

How long does the LSU Project Management Certificate take, and how is it delivered?

The Project Management Certificate takes about 54 hours of coursework, and you have six months from registration to complete all five courses. Each course must be finished within four weeks. The program is delivered online, self-paced, via Moodle, LSU’s learning management system, with lectures, activities, and assessments organized into modules. LSU recommends completing one to two modules per week.

Do LSU Project Management Certificate courses count toward the PMP and other PMI certifications?

Yes. Because LSU is a PMI Authorized Training Partner, the certificate’s courses are pre-approved for Professional Development Units (PDUs). Those PDUs can be applied toward earning PMI certifications, including the Project Management Professional (PMP), and toward maintaining existing PMI credentials. This makes the certificate useful both for newcomers pursuing certification and for current PMI professionals fulfilling continuing-education requirements.

Are there prerequisites for the LSU Project Management Certificate?

No, the LSU Project Management Certificate has no formal prerequisites and is open to beginners and experienced professionals alike. It works as a project management foundation for newcomers and as PMI-aligned training for those preparing for the PMP or earning PDUs. You will need a computer with internet access and basic comfort using online learning tools to complete the courses through Moodle.