Project ManagementThis program prepares individuals who plan to enter the field of Project Management as well as those who are currently working in the field and want to supplement their on-the-job experience.

The program examines the process of project management starting with examining the situation and organizing the team; moving through identifying tasks and estimating resources; and concluding with setting schedules, managing risk, and completing the plan. Program participants include individuals from a wide variety of business, nonprofit, and governmental organizations.

PROGRAM RequiReMentsThe program consists of 56 hours (8 days) of required classes and 12 hours (2 days) of elective classes.

Required Classes:

• EffEctivE ProjEct ManagEMEnt (3 days/21 hours) Introduces the concepts, practices, and skills required in project management: examining the situation and organizing the team; identifying tasks and estimating resources; setting schedules, managing risk, and completing a plan.

• ImplementIng project management (2 days/14 hours) Addresses the challenges that result as the methodology is being introduced into an organization.

• advanced project management (3 days/21 hours) Addresses the issues of managing the operational phase of a project, team management and leadership, and handling the challenging daily life of the project manager.

Check online for more information and to register: usm.maine.edu/pdp

Professional Development Programs

Jim Milliken, PMP

Jim Milliken has provided management and communication consultation to business, industry, and nonprofits throughout the United States since 1986. His specialties include project management, in which he holds the PMP certification, problem solving and delegation, business writing and advertising, and negotiation and presentation skills. His work combines organizational skills with nearly thirty years’ experience as a newspaper editor.

Individuals interested in earning PMP certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI) should review the

requirements at www.pmi.org. The USM certificate program satisfies the education requirement. We offer a test prep course for individuals preparing for the exam. Our courses provide continuing education for professionals who are maintaining their PMP credential.

We also offer Microsoft Project training.

Certificate Program

AbROMsOn COMMunity eduCAtiOn CenteRProfessional Development Programs are offered in the Abromson Community Education Center at 88 Bedford St. in Portland. You’ll have quick access from I295, free parking in the attached garage, a comfortable classroom, and coffee waiting for you in the morning!

PARtneR With usM Affiliate ProgramYour organization can receive a 20% discount for every employee for every course by becoming a program affiliate. Affiliates simply designate a buyer and establish a payment method with us. Registering employees becomes a one-step process, call 207-780-5965 for more information.

Customized TrainingMost of our programs can be customized for your organization and delivered on-site or at the Abromson Center. Training an entire team or staff creates a common knowledge base and sense of purpose.

Meet At usMUSM hosts hundreds of community events each year on our three campuses. Our spaces accommodate professional as well as social events—from corporate retreats and professional conferences to film festivals.

Contact USM Conferences Services to find the right space. They also provide professional event planning and registration services.

Call 207-780-5960, visit usm.maine.edu/conferences, or email usmconferences@maine.edu.

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WORkshOPs And CeRtifiCAte PROGRAMs We offer more than 50 individual workshops as well as 11 certificate programs each semester. Find just what you need to advance your career or train your staff. Browse the full catalog at usm.maine.edu/pdp.

Certificate ProgramsAgile Leadership and Process ImprovementGrant Writing Human Resource ManagementIntercultural LeadershipLean Six Sigma Green BeltLean Six Sigma Black BeltManagerial LeadershipMediationProfessional CommunicationProject ManagementSupervision

ReGistRAtiOn And disCOuntsYou can register online with a credit card at usm.maine.edu/pdp. You will automatically receive a 20% discount when you register for three or more courses at one time.

If you are eligible for one of the following discounts, please call 207-780-5900 to register:

• USM staff, faculty, students, and alumnae

• Employees of nonprofit organizations

• Many of our programs are also eligible for the following:

• VA Educational Benefits (contact usm.veterans@maine.edu)

• WOIA funds through Maine JobLink CareerCenter (FMI go to mainecareercenter.gov)

Student RecordsWhen you register for a course, you will create a student record which you can access at any time for your course information and to print a record of what you have taken. You can also request an official transcript.

CEUs and Professional CertificationWe maintain records of attendance using a system of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) which is recognized by many professional organizations for recertification.

usmpdp@maine.edu | usm.maine.edu/pdp | 207-780-5900

USM Professional Development ProgramsProviding continuing education to help individuals advance their careers and

organizations develop and retain their employees.