Online CAPM and PMP Certification Prep

This CAPM® and PMP® certification prep course bundle is designed for seasoned project managers. It provides a strong grasp of project management from start to finish. You will cover a good foundation of project management concepts and terminology before deepening your understanding and practical application of these tools, methods and processes. 

• Advanced project management concepts and definitions
• Project selection, proposal and planning processes
• How to select, plan, execute, control and complete projects
• Agile basics and principles
• Tips and tricks for the PMP exam and career resources
• Understand the essential elements of a project management foundation
• Learn how to execute a project from start to finish
• The most common project management concepts and terminology
• Master the creation of project-driven budgets and timelines
• How to predict and prevent risks
• Concepts from The Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)

This course includes the Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep and Mastering Project Management with PMP® Prep courses. It is based on the current Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), which establishes the international project management discipline standard. 

After course completion, you must independently schedule and pay for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and PMP certification exams. If you are already certified, the contact hours may be applied as the PMP exam education prerequisite or as professional development units (PDUs).

Project Management FAQs

What is a project manager? What does a project manager do?

A project manager is in charge of the overall success or failure of a project. As a project manager, you must start by fleshing out an idea and selling it through the organization. You will then pull together your team, organize and clearly lay out the steps involved, lead the team throughout the project lifecycle, manage the budget, make important decisions that could impact the outcome of the project, engage and update stakeholders, deliver a complete project that meets objectives, ensure that there a smooth transition as the project is handed over and rolled out, and finally share the knowledge you gained along the way from successes as well as mistakes. You will have ultimate control over all parts of a project including initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, control, and closing.

What is the CAPM certification?
CAPM® stands for Certified Associate in Project Management. The CAPM® credential is awarded by the Project Management Institute, and it is viewed as the first step in project management certification. Earning your CAPM® will show employers that you're a serious candidate who adheres to national standards of project management excellence. The CAPM® exam is a multiple-choice test composed of 150 questions, which you will be given three hours to complete. It is a proctored exam, but the PMI® now lets you participate in online proctoring sessions, meaning that you can take the exam from the comfort of your own home. In order to sit for the CAPM® exam, you must have earned a secondary degree, such as a high school diploma or equivalent, and have at least 23 hours of project management education completed before the exam (This course meets the education requirement). Once you pass, you will be awarded the CAPM® designation.

Can I work as a project manager without a project manager certification?

Yes. You can become a project manager without obtaining certification as long as you possess the proper knowledge, training, and experience to get the job done. However, we encourage all students to sit for CAPM® and/or PMP® certification. A project management certification will open up more opportunities for you. These certifications are highly-respected worldwide, they prove your commitment to the industry and your understanding of global standards, they place you ahead of your competition for jobs, and they show that you are continuously learning through professional development. Project management certifications also make a big difference in the amount of money you can earn.

Instructors

Nikki Choyce, PMP, has been involved in the project management field for more than 20 years and has worked as a project management consultant and instructor for much of that time. She has worked in various industries, including Information Technology, Insurance, Manufacturing, Marketing, Aerospace, Construction, Telecommunications, and Healthcare. She has worked with Microsoft Project for over 15 years. She holds the professional Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®.

Erica Kirwan has more than 15 years of experience in process and project management. Previously, Kirwan served as Senior Project Manager for a Fortune 200 financial services company. She earned an Advanced Project Management Certification from Stanford University and the professional Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems and a Master of Public Administration.

Rachel Tepps, PMP, has over a decade of experience working in higher education in a variety of project management and instructional roles, including developing project management courses and curriculum. Most recently, she obtained her Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. Rachel also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and a Master of Arts in College Student Development from Appalachian State University.

Employment & Education

• The job outlook for Project Management Specialists is 6%, which is faster than average for all other occupations.
• Project management specialists typically need a bachelor’s degree that may be in a variety of fields, including business or project management. Although not always required, certification may be beneficial.

Job Stats

• Number of Jobs, 2022: 1,046,300
• Median Pay: $100,750 per year 

Source: BLS, 2025