CONTINUING EDUCATION

PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR CAPM
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Become a Project Manager in 6 Weeks!

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Project Management for CAPM Certification

Prepare for the Certified Associate in Project Management exam in as little as 4 weeks!

Effective project management is the backbone of modern business. Organizations across every industry need professionals who can lead teams, manage constraints, and deliver results. Our Project Management for CAPM program provides the technical knowledge and strategic mindset required to succeed in high-growth leadership roles.

This course specifically prepares students for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) exam, updated in January 2023 to align with the PMBOK Guide 7th Edition. You will master predictive, plan-based methodologies, agile frameworks, and business analysis essentials.

Program Success Elements

  • ✓ Updated Curriculum: Fully aligned with the latest PMI standards (PMBOK Guide 7th Ed).
  • ✓ Comprehensive Training: Covers Predictive, Adaptive (Agile), and Business Analysis topics.
  • ✓ Individualized Support: Regular touchpoints with Student Success Advisors to ensure progression.
  • ✓ Flexible Format: Remote Mentored Learning (RML) designed for busy professionals.
  • ✓ Certification Focus: Targeted prep for industry-recognized CAPM credentials.

Course Delivery & Experience

Hofstra workforce training academy courses are delivered via Remote Mentored Learning (RML). This immersive eLearning model utilizes instructor-led video lectures, quizzes, and supplemental practice lab simulations to keep you engaged and build critical skills.

You have access to a team of Student Success Advisors who provide ongoing support throughout the course. While the program follows a prescribed 4-week timeline to ensure effectiveness, it does not require a rigid daily time schedule-allowing you to learn from anywhere with a high-speed internet connection.

4-Week Topic Outline

Learning Objectives
  • PMI Code of Ethics and Conduct
  • Competing constraints within PM
  • Planning Performance Domain
  • Stakeholder management steps
  • Project initiation and benefits management
Key Topics
  • The PMI Way of Thinking
  • Project Management Methodologies
  • Planning a Schedule & Risks
  • Agile Roles & Servant Leadership
  • Emotional Intelligence for PMs
Learning Objectives
  • Organizational structures
  • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  • Quality Management fundamentals
  • Earned Value analysis
  • Project artifacts and their usage
Key Topics
  • Critical Path Method
  • Cost and Schedule Variances
  • Integration Management
  • Project Deliverables
  • Deliverables vs. Results
Learning Objectives
  • Adaptive vs. Predictive approaches
  • SCRUM and Kanban basics
  • Sprint planning and execution
  • SAFe core competencies
  • Agile project tracking
Key Topics
  • Adaptive Project Artifacts
  • Iterative Progression
  • The Agile Manifesto
  • Criteria for Success in Agile
  • How to Perform a Sprint
Learning Objectives
  • Requirements gathering (Elicitation)
  • Traceability matrices for all methodologies
  • Product roadmaps and acceptance criteria
  • BA roles in adaptive environments
  • Validation against evaluation activities
Key Topics
  • Communicating Between Teams
  • Model and Refine Requirements
  • Business Analysis in Predictive
  • Communication Tools & Techniques
  • BA Framework Essentials

Instructor Bio

Nikki Choyce

PMP, Performance-Based Training Expert

Nikki Choyce has been involved in the project management field for almost 20 years. Her experience includes successfully managing projects in software development, process engineering, and educational fields. As a specialist in performance-based exam preparation, she has established a success-driven framework that has helped thousands of students achieve their professional certification goals.

Program At A Glance

  • Duration: 6 Weeks (64 Hours)
  • Format: Remote Mentored Learning
  • Prep for Credential: CAPM Certification
  • Certifying Body: Project Management Institute (PMI)
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Student Learning

Activity Goal

Master the PMBOK® Guide methodologies and strategic frameworks to successfully prepare for and pass the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification exam, establishing a strong foundation for a professional career in project leadership.

Course Objectives

  • Understand comprehensive project management processes: assessment, prioritization, execution, and closure.
  • Learn to manage project needs, costs, and risks effectively within organizational constraints.
  • Identify project life cycles, key organizational roles, and the PMBOK Guide framework.
  • Develop professional-grade corporate documentation using industry-standard tools like Microsoft Word and Excel.

Learning Outcomes

  • Achieve full readiness for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification exam.
  • Demonstrate competence in both Predictive (Plan-Based) and Adaptive (Agile) project management methodologies.
  • Apply business analysis essentials to project management environments.
  • Qualified for entry-level project leadership roles such as Project Coordinator, Junior Project Manager, or LMS Specialist.