{"id":128,"date":"2021-10-26T18:24:48","date_gmt":"2021-10-26T18:24:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stgschoolcraft.wpengine.com\/ppl\/?page_id=128"},"modified":"2026-10-22T12:48:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T12:48:07","slug":"project-management","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/classes-schedules\/project-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Project Management"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Project Management<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The national median income in 2026 for Certified Project Management Professionals in the United States is $102,315.00, according to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kb.lightcast.io\/en\/articles\/6957488-what-s-the-complete-list-of-sources-lightcast-uses-in-us-data\">Lightcast<\/a>\u00a0labor market data. Our new Project Management Professional Training Intensive class will get you ready for the next milestone in your career. Strengthen your ability to lead teams, deliver successful projects, and go beyond surface-level information with in-depth practice. This course also satisfies the exam eligibility requirement of 35 hours of project management training\/education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Project Management Class Offerings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/my.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/course-schedules\/course\/CES2-1793\">Project Management Professional Training Intensive<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Instructor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ashleigh Clark<\/strong>\u00a0is an accomplished consultant, trainer, and owner of Process Alchemist. With over two decades of experience spanning project management, process improvement, and strategic leadership, she has successfully transformed operations across diverse industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Will the PMP\u00ae certification help me get a job or advance my career?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects approximately 76,500 job openings per year for project management specialists from 2025-2035. Having the PMP certification proves to employers that you have the skills they need. Gain a competitive edge and achieve your goals with this valued certification.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">For what level of project manager is this class intended?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This class is intended to boost the knowledge of the person who:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Has been a member of project teams for several years and now wants a position as a project team leader;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is a project leader who wants to improve their skills and gain knowledge of valuable tools;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knows that project management is the direction in which his or her career is headed;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has been thrust into project management and needs a fast-paced, intensive education in the discipline or;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wants to further define and develop project management, team member, or leader skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">What education and\/or work experience is required to sit for the PMP\u00ae exam?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you apply to take the PMP Exam, you will need one of the following, plus experience leading projects within the last ten years. Prospective students should visit the\u00a0<u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/project-management-pmp?trk=public_profile_see-credential#eligibility\">PMI<\/a><\/u>\u00a0eligibility page before registering to confirm requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A High School Diploma (or GED, Secondary\/Upper School Certificate). Plus 5 years of experience managing projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Associate\u2019s Degree or Vocational Trade School Diploma. Plus 4 years of experience managing projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s Degree or Higher. Plus 3 years of experience managing projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Will there be any job search assistance with this program?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This program does not include a formal job search component. However, participants are encouraged to join the local&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pmiglc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(Great Lakes Chapter)<\/a>&nbsp;of PMI, where job openings are shared at meetings, through networking opportunities, and on the&nbsp;chapter&#8217;s website.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Who can I contact for more information about this class and the PMP exam?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For class and registration information, please contact the Personal &amp; Professional Learning office at 734-462-4448 or&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:ppl@schoolcraft.edu\">ppl@schoolcraft.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For current specifics on the PMP exam (content, costs, testing sites, etc.) visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/project-management-pmp\">PMI.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Project Management The national median income in 2026 for Certified Project Management Professionals in the United States is $102,315.00, according to\u00a0Lightcast\u00a0labor market data. 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