Earn Respected Project Management Credentials
Online Certified Professional Project Manager (CPPM)
Learn effective project management skills and principles while earning a Certified Professional Project Manager (CPPM) designation.
Successful project managers constantly seek out the most effective project management tools, practices, and methods. Get an edge over the competition by earning a Certified Professional Project Manager (CPPM) designation online from St. Thomas. With hands-on experience from your interactive online classes, you’ll be able to immediately apply your newfound knowledge in your everyday activities.
Program Details
Program Format: Live Online
Cost: $2625
CEUs (Continuing Education Units): 3.5
Length of Program: 35 Contact Hours
Program Structure: Meets 10 times live online
Register for Upcoming Sessions:
- January 6 - March 10, 2026
- Live Meetings on Tuesdays 7pm-8:30pm: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10)
- April 7 - June 9, 2026
- Live Meetings on Tuesdays 7pm-8:30pm: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2 & 9
- June 23 - August 25, 2026
- Live Meetings on Tuesdays 7pm-8:30pm: June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18 & 25
What You'll Learn
Completed online, this CPPM program gives you a solid foundation in the skills you’ll need to be a successful project manager:
- Developing strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and lead project teams
- Applying a broad range of estimating tools and practices to successfully manage projects within
scope from initiation to closure - Enhancing your project management outcomes by effectively utilizing the top PMI® global standards
St. Thomas Executive Education is a PMI Authorized Training Partner. This course qualifies for PDU Hours.
Program Details
Program Format: Live Online
Cost: $2625
CEUs (Continuing Education Units): 3.5
Length of Program: 35 Contact Hours
Program Structure: Meets 10 times live online
Register for Upcoming Sessions:
- January 6 - March 10, 2026
- Live Meetings on Tuesdays 7pm-8:30pm: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10)
- April 7 - June 9, 2026
- Live Meetings on Tuesdays 7pm-8:30pm: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2 & 9
- June 23 - August 25, 2026
- Live Meetings on Tuesdays 7pm-8:30pm: June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18 & 25
What You'll Learn
Completed online, this CPPM program gives you a solid foundation in the skills you’ll need to be a successful project manager:
- Developing strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and lead project teams
- Applying a broad range of estimating tools and practices to successfully manage projects within
scope from initiation to closure - Enhancing your project management outcomes by effectively utilizing the top PMI® global standards
St. Thomas Executive Education is a PMI Authorized Training Partner. This course qualifies for PDU Hours.
Is This Program Right for You?
Anyone who currently manages projects, products, programs or processes will benefit from the project management skills covered in this program.
Common job titles of program participants include:
- IT Analyst
- Account Manager
- Business Consultant
- Technology Manager
- Sales Specialist
- Process Analyst
- Engineers
- Brand Managers
- Entrepreneurs
- Strategic Planners
- Quality improvement Specialist
- Marketing Communications Specialist
- Marketing Communications Managers
Benefits of This Program
Learn Project Management Leadership Skills
Demonstrate your project management leadership skills by successfully navigating your project from initiation to closure the moment you walk away from this program.
Choose the Right Approach
What is waterfall versus agile? You need to be able to choose the right approach based on project needs. With an understanding of traditional practices you will have the ability to determine which projects are best served using the waterfall method.
Drive Project Success
You’ll return to work with the skills needed to improve project success and drive innovation. These skills are discussed and practiced in the classroom environment and can be applied to your projects immediately.
Earn a Certification
By successfully completing this program you will earn the CPPM (Certified Professional Project Manager) certification through the University of St. Thomas. This certification will add credibility to your experience and demonstrate ability in waterfall methodology to current and future employers.
Take Steps Toward PMP® Designation
Earn 35 hours of project management education from a PMI Authorized Training Partner® required for the Project Management Practitioner (PMP)® designation.
Earn PDU Credits to Maintain PMI® Certifications
Already hold the PMP® or other PMI® credentials? Earn 35 PDUs through this program.
Executive Education: Online Certified Professional Project Management
Offered in a fully online format, this program offers the same content and certification as our CPPM program. You'll learn the "soft skills" and practical tools needed to lead a successful project. You'll use lecture, group discussions, and a final exam to test absorb your newfound skills.
I learned the basic process for project management to help my organization implement a solid, consistent foundation.
Curriculum
Project managers often struggle to align project deliverables with their organization’s strategic plan, vision and mission. The Certified Professional Project Manager (CPPM) program builds your leadership and decision-making skills while exploring the best practices and tools for effective project management.
Topics covered include:
- Project initiation including clearly defining project outcomes, assessing project feasibility, identifying stakeholders, conducting a SWOT analysis and creating a project charter
- Project planning skills such as: crafting a problem statement, risk management plan, CPM and PERT network diagrams, Gantt charts and a budget
- Navigating the stages of team development, conflict resolution and group dynamics management
- Project control, closure, and finalization including how to conduct a successful project audit and the best ways to communicate the results throughout the organization