Learn key strategies and processes for planning, executing, and monitoring IT projects. Understand the differences between Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and gain the skills needed to pursue certifications such as PMI® Project Management Professional (PMP)®, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®, and other project management designations.
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Apply project management principles to technology initiatives.
- Implement effective risk management and quality assurance strategies.
- Manage procurement and contracts in IT contexts.
- Ensure information security throughout project lifecycles.
- Lead teams and manage procurement, contracts, and stakeholder engagement in IT contexts.
- Conduct data analysis and business analysis for technology projects.
- Utilize cloud technologies and ITIL Foundation principles for efficient IT service management.
- Demonstrate effective communication, leadership, and organizational behavior skills.
What to expect
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
The program is delivered over four academic terms, each four months long. There is one term break between terms two and three.
Maximum time to complete the program is 5 years.
The courses will be presented using a variety of instructional strategies, resources and activities including lectures, active learning strategies, online activities, group activities, and projects.
Instructional activities require students to be actively engaged and collaborate with other students.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- An undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary institution, as determined by the institution
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade or equivalent
General
- Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
- International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
- All VCC applicants are required to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom. English requirements vary by program. For details, visit VCC International - English Requirements.
Recommended Characteristics
- Good analytical and critical thinking abilities
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Organizational capabilities and attention to detail
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing technologies and methodologies
Courses *
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Prior learning assessment and recognition is not available for this program.
This full-time program is a total of 42 credits.
| First Year | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| PGMT 1001 | Fundamentals of Project Management | 3 |
| PGMT 1010 | Business Analysis and Project Scope Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1004 | Business Communication | 3 |
| ITPM 1100 | IT and Technology Essentials for Project Managers | 3 |
| ITPM 1200 | Principles of Cloud Infrastructure | 3 |
| PGMT 1004 | Project Schedule and Cost Management | 3 |
| ITPM 1210 | Data Analytics and Visualization for IT Projects | 3 |
| ITPM 1220 | Data Security, Privacy, and Risk | 3 |
| Credits | 24 | |
| Second Year | ||
| PGMT 2020 | Project Management Technology | 3 |
| PGMT 2100 | Agile Project Management and Product Development | 3 |
| PGMT 2003 | Project Leadership and Change Management | 3 |
| ITPM 2210 | ITIL Essentials for Project Managers | 3 |
| PGMT 2215 | IT Project Integration and Capstone | 3 |
| PGMT 2200 | IT Procurement and Contracts | 3 |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 42 | |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and other costs *
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 145 | |
| Tuition Tuition | 26530 | |
| Student union | 283 | |
| College initiative | 131 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 266 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| Medical and Dental | 570 | |
| Temporary Medical Insurance | 149 | |
| U-PASS | 752 | |
| Graduation | 45 | |
| Program-specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
* Tuition and other fees are approximate and subject to increase up to 5% per year. Students will be required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.
Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.
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