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Course Description

An up-to-date review of the theory, tools, and methods used to monitor and control project execution and foster successful outcomes. Risk management will be a highlighted area with a focus on how to anticipate, plan, and manage risk.

This course will provide fundamental theory as per the Project Management Institute's PMBOK Guide, and will incorporate real-world case studies to help build an adaptable mindset towards project execution and management. An overview of systems concepts as they apply to project management will emphasize project outcomes and value delivery.

UCSB PaCE Project Management courses are taught by PMP Certified Instructors and have more than 35 hours of instructional time. Thus meeting the PMI Educational Requirements to take the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam from the Project Management Institute (PMI) and qualifying for currently certified individuals to earn PMP Professional Development Units (PDUs).

     

Find more information here.

Learner Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Identify and apply key principles of systems thinking to project execution 
  • Define and apply key concepts within the Executing and Monitoring & Controlling Process Groups, with a focus on Risk Management 
  • Identify typical methods and tools for directing and managing project work
  • Explore leadership and communication styles to influence efficient and effective teamwork

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Class
Days
W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Apr 01, 2026 to May 27, 2026
Campus
UCSB Campus
Building
Kerr Hall
Room
Room 2166A
Type
Online
Days
W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Apr 08, 2026 to Jun 03, 2026
Campus
Web-based Instruction
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
36.0
Location
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee credit (4 units) $685.00
Available for Credit
4 units
Instructors
Section Notes

Steps to Enroll

Schedule:
Wednesday evening, 6PM - 9PM

First day of course: Wed, April 1st
Last day of course: Wed, June 3rd

Week 1: April 1 (In person)
Week 2: April 8 (Online Live)
Week 3: April 15 (In person)
Week 4: April 22 (In person)
Week 5: April 29 (Online Live)
Week 6: May 6 (In person)
Week 7: May 13 (In person)
Week 8: May 20 (Online Live)
Week 9: May 27 (In person)
Week 10: June 3 (Online Live)

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Late Registrations Notice: 

Self-enrollment will be available until 11:59 PM PT the Day before the 2nd class session. If you wish to enroll after that time, please contact PaCE Support at help@professional.ucsb.edu

Required Textbook(s):
Students are required to purchase the textbook(s) assigned by the instructor. The instructor will provide details to the class before the course start date.

No refunds after 4/12/26
A minimum $40 non-refundable administrative fee per course is charged for all drops. See the full Drop Policy here.