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No matter the size or industry, businesses across the board leverage projects to structure their work according to priorities, goals, and available resources. As such, project management professionals are an integral component of business success–they manage projects from start to finish, ensuring teams successfully execute the work needed to enact strategies and fuel forward momentum.
Across industries and around the globe, project management professionals apply their specialized knowledge everyday to lead initiatives and facilitate people working together to reach and exceed shared goals.
Curious about how to manage complex projects and eager to collaborate? Consider continuing your education in project management. With CIAT, you can learn the skills you need to drive business outcomes and how to analyze and coordinate schedules, staffing, timelines, budgets, and other critical project details.
Enroll today to invest in your future and secure your path to success as a project management professional. A career in data can offer:
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Businesses of all kinds need project management specialists to analyze and coordinate schedules, staffing, budgets, and other critical project details. This constant need translates to a continued demand for skilled project management professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of project management specialists is expected to grow 6% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.
At CIAT, we are here for you on your journey to success, and it starts with answering your questions. Let us connect you with the information you need to navigate your next steps.
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Project management professionals possess skills that are transferable across industries and organizations, giving them the freedom to pursue a wide range of job opportunities.
No day is the same for a project management professional. Those in the project management field get the chance to work with different teams and requirements as they take on new projects.
Project management professionals oversee and track projects that have a direct impact on business success and growth.
Associate's Program
AAS in Project Management
Program Length: 1 - 2 Years
Courses: 17
Credits: 64
Certificate Program
Certificate in Project Management
Program Length: 30 Weeks
Courses: 6
Credits: 24
What is project management, and why is it important?
Project management is a critical professional field where specialists help businesses structure and execute work according to priorities, goals, and available resources. Project management professionals are essential in driving business growth by managing initiatives from start to finish, ensuring teams successfully implement strategies and achieve shared objectives.
Is a project management program right for me?
Project management is a dynamic and growing field. With a degree in project management, you can open the door to opportunity in a variety of industries, including healthcare, construction, and technology. While the decision to pursue a project management program is ultimately a personal one, candidates who have strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, people, technical, and decision-making skills may be a good fit for this type of program. If you are unsure about which program path is right for you, connect with one of CIAT’s expert Admissions Advisors. Our dedicated team will work one-on-one with you to help you select a program that aligns with your unique experience and goals.
What skills will I learn in a project management program?
You'll learn how to:
What are the key advantages of pursuing a project management career?
Key advantages include:
How much do CIAT programs cost?
The total cost of your program will depend on factors like program length, number of credits, and any applicable scholarships or transfer credits. Our Admissions and Financial Aid team will provide a personalized estimate based on your situation.
How do I get started with the admissions process?
The first step is to connect with one of our Admissions Advisors. They'll learn about your unique goals and needs and help you determine the right program path. From there, you can quickly complete our streamlined online application, submit any required documents, and explore financial aid options - all with personalized guidance.
How many of my previous college credits can I transfer?
CIAT accepts up to 75% of eligible credits earned from previous institutions, including community colleges, technical schools, and 4-year universities. Our admissions team will evaluate your official transcripts to determine how many credits can be transferred to your desired program.
What types of credits can I transfer?
In addition to standard college coursework, we also accept credits earned through military training, industry certifications, and general education platforms like CLEP, Straighterline, and Sofia Learning. We aim to help you maximize the value of your past educational investments.
What type of military tuition assistance and benefits does CIAT accept?
CIAT proudly offers military tuition assistance and benefits to service members in the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. This includes GI Bill® benefits, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), VA STEM Scholarship, VA Yellow Ribbon
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Did you know project management-oriented employment (PMOE) makes up 3% of all global employment, which equates to about 90 million jobs. By 2030, this number is expected to grow to a staggering 102 million jobs.
At least 13 million project managers are expected to have retired by 2030, leading to recruitment challenges. To close this demand gap, the global market needs 25 million new project management professionals by 2030. That means 2.3 million people will need to enter PMOE employment every year just to keep pace with this demand.
With unwavering demand and a clear need for talented professionals, there’s no better time than right now to launch or advance your project management career. Obtaining your degree in project management can help you better position yourself for competitive opportunities: most project management specialists typically need a bachelor’s degree in project management and some employers even prefer to hire candidates who have a technical degree related to the industry in which they will work, like computer and information technology.
Project management is a perfect fit for those seeking a field that offers consistent demand and ample opportunity. Businesses of all kinds need project management specialists to analyze and coordinate schedules, staffing, budgets, and other critical project details.
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The potential to earn a top salary is high in the field of project management. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for project management specialists was $98,580 in May 2023.
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