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project-management

Project Management

Get it done. On time and on budget.

Learn how to manage any type of project, regardless of scope or industry, by enrolling in our Project Management course. Our proven methodology, backed by industry-standard tools approved by the Project Management Institute (PMI), will teach you important skills such as building and managing teams, controlling costs/risks, and solving problems to complete projects on time and on budget. 

Participants receive a Project Management Certificate from Loyola’s Quinlan School of Business upon successful completion of the program. Completion fulfills the 35 hours of project management education required for PMP® or CAPM® certification through the Project Management Institute. Individuals considering certification through PMI are encouraged to contact us for consultation.

"[The course is] beyond useful in everyday leadership and contract management. Will apply absolutely everything immediately!"

Erika Zimmerman

Chief of Research Development and Innovation, Army Enterprise Marketing Office

Additional info and registration

Designed For

Participants come from a wide variety of industries/organizations including medium- to large-sized corporations, nonprofits, government agencies, and small businesses. The program is designed for: 

  • Project managers and team members in need of formal training in project management 
  • Professionals of all experience levels who want to learn the latest project management tools 
  • Professionals who are considering transitioning into a project management role 

Key Benefits

  • Understand key project management concepts
  • Discover insights for successful team leadership and relationship management
  • Learn about fundamental project management tools
  • Learn how to effectively initiate, plan, and execute a project
  • Explore project selection methods
  • Practice cost, quality, and procurement management
  • Identify techniques for risk management, estimation, conflict management, and negotiation
  • Learn about efficient organizational structures and processes
  • Understand the phases of initiation, planning, control, and closeout
  • Learn about different management and communication styles
  • Participate in a team-based project simulation
  • Discover your own management style through a self-assessment

Program Phases

Phase 1: Initiate 

Define roles/responsibilities. Develop your team, build effective communication skills, and understand team motivations.

Phase 2: Plan 

Define project scope, quality, resources, time frame, and budget. Identify quality metrics and develop responses to risk. 

Phase 3: Execute, Monitor, Control 

Create and manage project with the intent of meeting and exceeding client expectations. Assure quality, track progress, make decisions, and manage change. 

Phase 4: Closeout 

Close the project: summarize, review, and evaluate what was learned.

Register for upcoming sessions

Feb. 28 - Mar. 28, 2025
Format: Online
Meeting Frequency: Fridays
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $3,100

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June 2-6, 2025
Format: In-person
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $3,100

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Course Instructor

Andy Kaufman

Andy Kaufman, President of the Institute for Leadership Excellence & Development Inc., is a renowned expert in leadership and project management. He aids organizations worldwide and collaborates with the UN to enhance leadership capabilities. Andy also teaches MBA classes at Loyola Chicago’s Quinlan School of Business and advises major global clients like Marriott, Microsoft, and ExxonMobil. Transitioning from software development to leadership, he developed unique approaches for leading and delivering, which he shares through his three books and the People and Projects Podcast.


Questions?
Contact us

Office Phone: 312.915.6780
Office Email: executive-ed@luc.edu

 

Get it done. On time and on budget.

Learn how to manage any type of project, regardless of scope or industry, by enrolling in our Project Management course. Our proven methodology, backed by industry-standard tools approved by the Project Management Institute (PMI), will teach you important skills such as building and managing teams, controlling costs/risks, and solving problems to complete projects on time and on budget. 

Participants receive a Project Management Certificate from Loyola’s Quinlan School of Business upon successful completion of the program. Completion fulfills the 35 hours of project management education required for PMP® or CAPM® certification through the Project Management Institute. Individuals considering certification through PMI are encouraged to contact us for consultation.


Questions?
Contact us

Office Phone: 312.915.6780
Office Email: executive-ed@luc.edu