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Touro GST offers an Advanced Certificate Program in Project Management. This program will allow
individuals to get a good foundation in Technology Project Management without committing to earning
a master’s degree. Our two-semester program is perfect for career-changers or those who want to gain
a competitive edge in their technology career with an advanced credential in a thriving field and
the opportunity to pursue certifications in each discipline.
Students who complete this advanced certificate program will earn a micro-badge. These courses have
been specifically selected to not only provide a well-rounded academic Project Management education
but also help students in pursuing associated certifications (PMI-CAPM and PMP, ITIL, Agile
Certified Practitioner). These academic courses can also apply towards a Master of Science degree in
Information Systems, with a concentration in Project Management.
Project Management Advanced Certificate Courses
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MSIN 609
IT Project Management
- This course is an introductory course that provides the fundamental principles of technology
project management. In this course, students will learn how to use Project Management Best
Practices to bring order to the otherwise chaotic world of information technology projects, by
defining a set of guidelines and standards, and then adhering to them. The student will learn to
view Project Management as a set of tools that are an integral part of business strategy. In
addition, students will receive a unique perspective on the issues surrounding the management of
information technology projects in various organizations.This course will provide students with
a solid foundation in IT Project Management.
3 Credits -
MSIN 610
Advanced Information Technology Project Management
- The objective of this course is for students to understand how to bring order to the otherwise
chaotic world of information technology projects, by defining a set of guidelines and standards,
and then adhering to them. Students learn to view Project Management as a set of tools that are
an integral part of business strategy. This course also expands students’ knowledge of the
Project Management discipline that a Certified Project Manager is required to know and
understand. This course will provide students with the foundation to apply for CAPM
certification.
Prerequisite: MSIN 609
3 Credits -
MSIN 622
IT Service Management
- IT Service Management is the practice of implementing and managing the various phases of the IT
service management lifecycle to meet the growing needs of the organization. Upon the completion
of this course, students will learn and be able to apply recognized frameworks using real world
scenarios. Students will walk away understanding the processes and best practices to sustain an
organization. This course will provide students with the foundation to apply for ITIL
certification.
Prerequisite: None
3 Credits -
MSIN 666
Agile Project Management
- Agile methodologies have revolutionized approaches to product development and project
management. This course is designed for those students who have a foundational understanding of
traditional project management tools and processes, e.g., timelines and budgets, tools such as
Microsoft Project, and Gantt charts, either through formal training or practical experience.
Several agile methodologies will be introduced, such as Scrum, XP, Lean, and Kanban. While
learning how to break down a project into pieces that can be scheduled, tracked, and controlled,
attention will also be given to the human element in product lifecycles, including how to foster
group engagement. The nature and types of project risk involved will also be examined.
Completing this course will prepare students to obtain Agile certification.
Pre- or Corequisite: Permission of the Program Chair
3 Credits
Semester 1 Schedule:
MSIN 609, Information Technology Project Management, Asynchronous CourseMSIN 622, IT Service Management, Schedule to be determined
Semester 2 Schedule:
MSIN 610, Advanced Information Technology Project Management, Schedule to be determinedMSIN 666, Agile Project Management, Schedule to be determined
MODE OF DELIVERY FOR MSIS COURSES:
The MSIN 609 course will be delivered to students through asynchronous education, whereby the learning does not occur in the same place or at the same time. Instead, the lectures are accessed by students on demand and flexibly, so that they individually learn the material where they choose and when they choose. F1 international students must follow the guidance of the Department of Homeland Security regarding classroom presence and can contact us for more information.