Business and Project Management Post Degree Diploma
Overview
Learn top strategies and processes for planning, executing, and monitoring projects in a Canadian business environment. 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.
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| Credential | Post-Degree Diploma |
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| Campus | Downtown |
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| Credential | Post-Degree Diploma |
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| Campus | Downtown |
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| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
What to expect
What you will learn
- 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.
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.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- Successful completion of an undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary institution
- Knowledge of English demonstrated by one of the following:
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent
or - English Language Proficiency at a minimum English 12 ‘C’ level
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent
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Recommended characteristics
- Motivated and disciplined.
- Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Experienced in word processing and use of spreadsheets
Program availability
Not currently available.
Not currently available.
Courses
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term One | Credits | |
| PGMT 1001 | Fundamentals of Project Management | 3 |
| PGMT 1002 | Product Development and Project Scope Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1004 | Business Communication | 3 |
| MGMT 1015 | Applied Quantitative Skills | 3 |
| MGMT 1014 | Business Management Essentials | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term Two | ||
| PGMT 1003 | Project Stakeholder and Communications Management | 3 |
| PGMT 1004 | Project Schedule and Cost Management | 3 |
| PGMT 1005 | Project Resource and Procurement Management | 3 |
| OPMT 1004 | Logistics and Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1002 | Introduction to Economics | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Term Three | ||
| PGMT 2001 | Project Quality and Risk Management | 3 |
| PGMT 2002 | Agile Project Management | 3 |
| OPMT 1005 | Process Improvement and Lean Design | 3 |
| PGMT 2003 | Project Leadership and Change Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1006 | Fundamentals of Marketing | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term Four | ||
| PGMT 2020 | Project Management Technology | 3 |
| PGMT 2021 | Project Integration and Capstone | 6 |
| PGMT 2022 | Project Contract Negotiations and Management | 3 |
| OPMT 2020 | Workplace Safety and Sustainability | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| 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 costs
* 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 VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Technical requirement
* 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 VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
Need help with tuition?
Explore your options for scholarships, grants, bursaries, and loans.
Technical requirement
How to apply
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VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
Contact us
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
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