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AI Essentials
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University-Backed

Project Management
certificate course

Master essential project management frameworks, AI-powered tools, and real-world projects, and earn 23 PMI education hours toward the CAPM® exam. 10 weeks online, with a certificate from the university you choose.

Length + formatFormat
10 weeks
On demand + optional live sessions
Tools + technologyTools + Tech
ChatGPT
Jira
MS Planner
Monday.com
Google Sheets
You earn
University certificate
Plus a Jira certification and 23 PMI hours
Next class starts
November 2, 2026
Tools you’ll use in this course
ChatGPT
Jira
MS Planner
Tuition
$1,850
$2,300
SAVE 20%

Payment plans and employer reimbursement available.

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Backed by leading universities.

Choose from over 40 partner universities and earn a certificate employers will reward. We see 10X higher completion rates than on-demand only courses.

Is this course right for me?

You already manage projects. Now do it like a pro.

No formal project management experience required. Built for early-career PMs and professionals managing projects informally.

Before

“I’ve been handed projects, but no one taught me how to start one.”

After
“I kick off every project with a clear plan and goals.”
Before

“Deadlines and budgets feel like guesswork.”

After
“I build schedules and budgets I can stand behind.”
Before

“I’ve heard of Agile, but I’m not sure when to use it.”

After
“I run projects Agile or traditional, and know which fits.”
Before

“Problems catch me by surprise.”

After
“I spot risks early and report progress with confidence.”
Before

“Conflict and bad news make me freeze.”

After
“I confidently lead my team through tough moments.”
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How it works

Learn with a university you trust

Ziplines works with top public universities to bring you career-focused courses. Choose your university and earn a credential employers recognize.

Find your university
1

Choose your university

Enter your ZIP code to see the universities offering AI Essentials.

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Learn online for 5 weeks

New lessons each week, a live session you can watch later, and 1:1 dedicated support by chat, email or phone.

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Earn your university certificate

Issued in your university's name.

What you'll learn

Become a full-stack project manager in just 10 weeks

Master Agile and Waterfall frameworks, build AI-powered project management skills, and get hands-on in Jira, Microsoft Planner, and Monday.com.

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Planning

Plan and scope any project

Define objectives and scope, break down the work, and build a realistic timeline.
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Leadership

Lead teams and manage stakeholders

Set clear expectations, resolve conflict, and keep everyone moving in the same direction.
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Agile

Run Agile projects in Jira

Apply Agile, Kanban, and Scrum principles and manage the work in Jira.
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Budget and risk

Manage budgets, resources, and risk

Estimate costs, plan for risks, and control scope creep before it derails delivery.
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AI for project management

Work faster with AI

Use AI to build Gantt charts, risk registers, status updates, and closure reports.
What you walk away with
Issued by your university
Your university
Certificate of Completion
Project Management
ISSUED BY YOUR UNIVERSITY · DELIVERED WITH ZIPLINES
A university certificate, paid for by your employer
A Jira Software Essentials Associate certification
23 PMI education hours toward the CAPM® exam
Access to the Career Hub
Full curriculum

Your 10-week project management course, week by week.

Week 1
Get started with project management
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— Describe the role and responsibilities of a project manager and how they impact project success and team alignment.
— Identify and explain the six stages of the project lifecycle.
— Compare and contrast Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid methodologies.
— Create a project brief that clearly communicates project objectives, scope, and key stakeholder needs.
Playbook assignment: Create a project brief
Week 2
Manage key stakeholders
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— Identify key stakeholders early to set your project up for success.
— Clarify roles and ownership so responsibilities are clearly understood.
— Build strong relationships through trust, transparency, and clear communication.
— Set clear expectations and drive accountability to keep work moving forward.
Playbook assignment: Assemble your team
Week 3
Plan and scope your project
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— Define project objectives, scope, and stakeholders.
— Build an implementation approach, pulling from existing frameworks and methodologies.
— Create a Gantt chart to serve as a high-level project roadmap using various tools.
— Compare human-created and AI-generated work breakdown structures to identify scope gaps and improve planning.
Playbook assignment: Build and present a project kick-off deck
Week 4
Create a project plan
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— Identify the scope, tools, and methodologies for a project.
— Break down tasks and estimate durations using Work Breakdown Structures.
— Visualize tasks, their sequence, and interdependencies with a project network diagram.
— Manage tasks, allocate resources, and streamline the project's critical path.
— Use project scheduling tools such as Monday.com, Microsoft Planner, and Google Sheets.
— Use AI to simulate project scenarios and build Gantt charts.
Playbook assignment: Build a project plan
Week 5
Agile project management and Jira certification
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— Identify the key principles of Agile project management for software, including how to get started with Agile, Kanban basics, and Scrum basics.
— Determine the use cases and considerations when working on technical projects.
— Get started in Jira to create an Agile project plan.
— Use AI-enhanced Jira prompts to simulate agile ceremonies.
Playbook assignment: Create an Agile project plan in Jira
Week 6
Build a budget and manage your resources
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— Create a project budget considering various cost elements.
— Identify strategies and tools for effective cost management, cost estimation, and monitoring resource expenditures.
— Define techniques to negotiate with and manage vendors and other resources.
— Experiment with AI tools to estimate project budgets and run cost-overrun scenarios based on changing scope inputs.
Playbook assignment: Create a project budget
Week 7
Manage risks to deliver outcomes
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— Identify potential risks and assess their impact and likelihood.
— Develop risk response strategies and contingency plans.
— Monitor and control project risks.
— Use AI to generate risk registers and impact matrices.
Playbook assignment: Create a risk management plan
Week 8
Monitor progress to ensure excellence
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— Identify techniques and tools for tracking project progress and performance.
— Manage project changes and control scope creep.
— Create project documentation and a reporting plan.
— Generate status updates with AI.
Playbook assignment: Develop a project status report
Week 9
Lead the team through effective conflict management
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— Identify effective team management best practices to use in your role, including influencing, decision-making, and enabling compromise.
— Deliver bad news to stakeholders or renegotiate agreements based on changes.
— Utilize leadership techniques to empower, motivate, give feedback, and guide project teams.
— Resolve conflicts and manage stakeholder expectations.
Playbook assignment: Develop a conflict response plan
Week 10
Evaluate and report on project success
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— Facilitate a successful project closeout by leading a retrospective and summarizing key outcomes.
— Use ChatGPT to synthesize stakeholder feedback and insights—then curate what belongs in your PM + AI portfolio.
— Compare AI-generated closure reports with your own reflections.
Playbook assignment: Develop a project closure report
Time and support

Grow your project management skills around a full-time job

Self-paced lessons

Learn on your schedule and maintain access to the curriculum for 12 full months.

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Live expert sessions

Weekly sessions with your instructor, recorded so missing one doesn't set you back.

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Get 1-on-1 guidance

You'll have support from your dedicated learner success advocate every step of the way.

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Tuition and payment options

How much is the project management course?

AI Essentials certificate course
5 weeks
Online
Live sessions optional
Lead projects that land on time
Tuition
$1,850
$2,300
SAVE 20%
Find your university
Good to know: this is a university-backed course so your employer is likely to pay for it.
flexible Ways to pay
Pay in full
Pay monthly
Get reimbursed by your employer
7-day money back guarantee — no questions asked
Upcoming start dates
November 2
Runs November 2 to December 6, 2026
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December 7
Runs December 7, 2026 to January 10, 2027
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January 5
Runs January 5 to February 8, 2027
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Learner reviews

What learners say

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“This class was designed perfectly for my learning style. There was a weekly live course where breakout rooms were a great opportunity to talk with classmates. If the live session didn't fit your schedule, it was recorded and added to the dashboard.”

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“The class was structured very well, the modules were easy to follow and did a great job of explaining the material and helping to put the knowledge into action. The instructors were excellent. I really loved everything about this class.”

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“Excellent and up-to-date information broken down in bite-size ways. I highly recommend it. Very easy to work a job and accomplish this course.”

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Meet your instructors

Learn from project managers who live it every day

They’re living it. Your expert instructors work in the industry today and are eager to pass along their expertise to you. Gain real-world insights and deep knowledge to prepare you for today’s in-demand jobs.

Samantha Barrow
Project Management

Samantha Barrow

Director of Project Management, Newsela, Workrise
Jason Barros
Project Management

Jason Barros

Director of Program Management, SoundHound, Chegg, Udacity
Amer Custovic
Project Management

Amer Custovic

Senior Project Manager, Wells Fargo, Bank of America
Haylye Plaster
Project Management

Haylye Plaster

Integrator
How it compares

Why pay for a course when there are free videos?

Free videos are great for one skill at a time. A course gives you a plan, practice on your own work, live help, and a credential.

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Typical online course
AI Essentials
A plan that builds week to week
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A class and deadlines to keep you going
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A university certificate
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Finished work you can show your manager
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Find your university

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Questions

What people ask before they enroll

Browse the answers, or talk it through with an advisor. No pressure.

Is it right for me?
What's the job outlook for Project Managers?
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Project managers are in demand. PMI's 2021 Talent Gap report, conducted by the Anderson Economic Group, estimates the global economy needs 25 million new project professionals by 2030. That means about 2.3 million people entering project management roles every year. A 2023 LinkedIn survey identified project management as one of the top six skills companies need most, alongside communication and persuasion.

Who is the ideal candidate for this program?
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Our course is ideal for early-career project managers and professionals managing projects informally; business, operations, marketing, and HR professionals looking to move into project management; and anyone tasked with managing projects who wants AI-powered PM skills.

Is career support available?
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Yes. We have a Career Hub with on-demand career modules, resources, and workshops dedicated to helping you meet your career goals.

Is job placement included?
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We do not offer job placement as part of our career support. However, we do provide you with the tools to be successful in your job search.

What types of roles can you get after the course?
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Successful completion of this course prepares you for roles similar to:

  • Project/Program Coordinator
  • Junior Project Manager
  • Project Administrator
  • Project Scheduler
  • Assistant / Associate Project Manager
  • Project Manager
  • And more…
Will I earn PMI hours?
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Yes, you will earn 23 Project Management Institute (PMI) education hours for completing this course, which will qualify you for the Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM®) exam.

Does this course prepare me for the CAPM exam?
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Yes. You'll complete 23 hours of project management education, which meets PMI's education requirement for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) exam. To sit for the exam, you'll also need a secondary degree, such as a high school diploma or GED, and be at least 18. The course covers the fundamentals the exam builds on, including the project lifecycle, Waterfall and Agile approaches, scheduling, budgeting, and risk. Plan to take a CAPM practice exam before test day.

Do you offer group enrollment with business discounts for this course?
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Yes! We offer group enrollments for your team’s AI training needs. We work with business teams, executives, and organizations of all sizes to provide seamless group enrollment and onboarding. Learn more and request a group enrollment quote here.

Time and schedule
How many hours a week should I expect to spend on the program?
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You should expect to spend six to eight hours per week engaging with on-demand content created by industry experts, including hands-on activities and assignments.

You’ll also have the opportunity to join two-hour weekly sessions live, online, with demonstrations of project management tools and techniques from industry leaders.

Where does the program take place?
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Everything is online. You’ll access on-demand content and assignments through our online learning platform and join the optional instructor-led live sessions once a week through a video conference platform. The live sessions are recorded and available for playback on demand. The online Learner Dashboard can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection on a computer.

Cost and paying
What payment options are offered?
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There are multiple payment options for this course. The first way is to pay upfront, online. This option also provides the largest savings.

We offer both installment and financing options. To find out if you qualify for either of these payment options, fill out the enrollment form to be directed to the payment page. From there, you can click on the “Get Qualified” link to see what options are available.

Many employers also offer tuition reimbursement.

What is your cancellation and refund policy?
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We are confident in the quality of our learning experience, having supported thousands of learners and received hundreds of 5-star reviews. Because we believe so strongly in the value and impact of our course, we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee from the start date. If the course isn’t the right fit for you, you can withdraw within the first week of your course and receive a full refund, no questions asked.

Will I receive credit for this course?
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No, this is a noncredit course. As such, it is not eligible for financial aid. However, many employers offer reimbursement for continuing education, so check with your human resources department to determine your eligibility.

The certificate
Will I earn a certificate?
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Yes, you will earn a university-issued certificate of completion that verifies your knowledge and hands-on experience in Project Management. This prestigious credential will enhance your resume, making you more attractive to potential employers. It can also be showcased on LinkedIn to highlight your proficiency, setting you apart in a competitive job market. Earning this certificate of completion demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, significantly boosting your career advancement opportunities.

What do I need to do to pass the course?
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To receive a certificate of completion, learners must complete 100% of online coursework, achieve 70% or better on each module assessment, and submit all Strategic Project Management Playbook projects.

Will I have a completed portfolio at the end of the course?
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The course and the Playbook projects will provide you with content to create a portfolio, but you are responsible for creating a portfolio on the platform of your choice.

Who is Ziplines Education?
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Ziplines Education is a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA. Leading universities collaborate with Ziplines Education to offer innovative and highly rated certificate courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.

Next class starts November 2

Ten weeks from now, you could be leading projects with confidence