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Project Management

Strengthen the ability to plan, execute, and monitor projects, apply AI-enabled practices, manage risk and resources effectively, and build PMP® exam readiness under the PMBOK® 8th Edition.

Applications close on Nov 24, 2026

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Dates:Dec 26, 2026 - Jun 13, 2027
Duration:24 Weeks Live-online and Self-paced
Fees:₹1,45,000 + taxes
GST will be charged at checkoutFinancing options available
Eligibility:With 5+ years of work experience
Graduate or equivalent diploma (10+2+3/4) from a recognised universityDocuments Required to Apply

Programme Overview

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Projects today operate in environments shaped by shifting priorities, tighter timelines, evolving risks, and increasing stakeholder expectations. Delivering successful outcomes, therefore, requires more than managing schedules and tasks; it demands structured planning, disciplined execution, and the ability to adapt when conditions change.

The Certificate Programme in Project Management equips professionals with the frameworks and tools needed to manage projects across their full lifecycle. Participants explore project selection, planning, risk management, resource optimisation, and performance monitoring, and apply Agile and AI-enabled practices. Participants also gain access to a PMP® certification module delivered by an authorised PMI trainer, aligned with the PMBOK® 8th Edition.

Key Takeaways

Execute projects with strategic clarity

The programme equips you to:

  • Apply AI-enabled tools and Agile practices to adapt plans and drive efficient execution
  • Align project selection and priorities with organisational strategy and goals
  • Identify and mitigate risks using structured risk analysis and contingency planning
  • Optimise resources and budgets to ensure efficient project delivery
  • Monitor performance using tools such as Earned Value Management and corrective controls
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Programme Highlights

Experience a distinctive blend of practical learning, expert guidance, and real-world exposure that transforms how you lead and create impact in business.

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Modules by ISB Faculty

Access asynchronous content by ISB faculty, designed for flexible, self-paced learning

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Hours of Live-virtual Sessions

Engage in live-virtual sessions offering interactive learning and real-time insights from leading experts

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MasterClasses

Gain strategic insights through exclusive MasterClasses with Industry Experts and ISB Faculty, designed to deepen your understanding and enhance your professional capabilities

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Project Management Simulation

Enhance real-world decision-making with hands-on experiential learning through a simulation by Harvard Business Publishing

Application Based Training on Microsoft Project

Practical Microsoft Project training to plan, track, and manage projects effectively

PMP® Training on PMBOK® 8th Edition

Access a PMP® certification training module delivering 35 PMI-required contact hours, aligned with the PMBOK® 8th Edition

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Learner Profiles

Professionals Managing Complex Projects
Senior Professionals Overseeing Multiple Stakeholders
Professionals in Digitally Transforming Industries
  • Professionals responsible for leading large or cross-functional initiatives
  • Individuals seeking structured methods to manage risks, timelines, and resources
  • Managers aiming to deliver projects more reliably in dynamic environments
  • Professionals coordinating projects across teams, functions, or departments
  • Managers looking to improve project planning and execution practices
  • Individuals seeking frameworks to manage scope, cost, and stakeholder expectations
  • Professionals working in fast-paced, technology-driven sectors
  • Individuals integrating digital tools and modern project practices into delivery
  • Managers ensuring projects support broader strategic and organisational goals

Class Profile

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Learner Stories

"The Domestic Auto Parts case study helped me understand how to prioritise supplier management and on-time delivery, something I deal with every day. I could apply that directly to the products I work on."

Giridhara Krishna Prayaga
Giridhara Krishna PrayagaSimulation Project ManagerZF India Pvt. Ltd.

"With the help of this programme, I also started maintaining a proper project tracker, something I hadn’t done before. Breaking my projects into daily tasks, instead of treating them as one large block of work, has made it far easier to stay on track and meet deadlines."

Athira Mohan
Athira Mohan KAssistant Manager Power Train CAERenault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India

"The masterclass discussions around the case studies helped me think through how collaborations could be approached differently, while the programme gave me clarity on stakeholder conversations that I could apply directly at work."

Saheli Mondal
Saheli MondalProduct Evaluation, CMDThermo Fisher Scientific
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Curriculum

Journey through essential project phases, from foundations and planning to execution and closure, gaining hands-on skills with proven tools, frameworks, and real-world insights that drive successful outcomes.

Course 1: Introduction to Project Management

  • Understand how projects differ from operations and programmes
  • Explore the project lifecycle and key knowledge areas
  • Identify roles and responsibilities within project teams
  • Apply foundational frameworks to manage scope, resources, and schedules

Course 2: Managing a Project Portfolio

  • Align project selection with organisational strategy and goals
  • Evaluate projects using financial tools such as NPV and payback
  • Incorporate risk criteria into portfolio decision-making
  • Apply multi-criteria frameworks to prioritise competing projects

Course 3: Project Initiation

  • Conduct stakeholder analysis to understand project needs and expectations
  • Perform feasibility assessments to evaluate project viability
  • Develop structured project proposals and business cases
  • Create project charters that define scope, purpose, and alignment

Course 4: Fundamentals of Project Planning

  • Develop work breakdown structures to organise project deliverables
  • Sequence activities logically to build effective project schedules
  • Apply network diagrams and scheduling techniques for planning
  • Use tools such as Gantt charts and critical path analysis

Course 5: Risk Analysis and Contingency Planning

  • Identify potential project risks and assess their impact
  • Apply qualitative and quantitative techniques for risk evaluation
  • Use tools such as PERT and probability analysis in planning
  • Develop contingency and mitigation strategies for uncertainties

Course 6: Optimising Resources and Budgets

  • Allocate resources effectively using histograms and levelling methods
  • Apply cost estimation techniques to develop realistic project budgets
  • Balance resource availability with project demands and priorities
  • Manage cost, quality, and efficiency across project activities

Course 7: Execution Challenges and Solutions

  • Address execution challenges related to scope, time, and resources
  • Apply techniques such as fast tracking and crashing to manage timelines
  • Manage scope changes and prevent scope creep during execution
  • Balance stakeholder expectations with project constraints

Course 8: Project Monitoring and Control

  • Track project performance using Earned Value Management
  • Apply visual monitoring tools to assess progress and identify deviations
  • Analyse variances and efficiency metrics to evaluate project health
  • Implement corrective actions to keep projects aligned with objectives

Course 9: AI-enabled Practices in Project Execution and Closure

  • Strengthen communication and conflict resolution within project teams
  • Apply agile practices for adaptive and iterative project delivery
  • Explore digital and AI-enabled approaches in project management
  • Conduct structured project closure and capture lessons learned

Note: Courses and topics are subject to change based on our faculty recommendations to keep the content contextual and relevant to the evolving environment.

What You Gain

Programme Certificate

Programme Certificate

Completing all courses in the programme awards you the prestigious Programme Certificate, recognising your hard work and symbolising your professional growth. (For illustrative purposes only).

Course Certificate

Course Certificate

Completion of a course awards you a Course Certificate, a recognition of your advancement in an area within the programme. (For illustrative purposes only).

Digital Badge

Digital Badge

Celebrate and share your progress with micro-certifications for timely completion of modules within each course. (For illustrative purposes only).

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Programme Eligibility: Diploma/Bachelor's degree (10+2+3/4) or equivalent from a recognised university; Minimum 3 years post-degree work experience

ISB Online Alumni Benefits 

On successful completion of this programme, participants gain the ISB Online Alumni status. The privileges of this exclusive community include: 

Community and Network Access 

Participants gain access to the ISB Online Alumni portal and the ISB Online Network LinkedIn group, enabling continued connections with senior leaders and entrepreneurs while fostering meaningful peer connections and professional exchange. 

Professional Support and Engagement  

Members get access to the ISB Online Alumni Engagement team via email, ensuring continued assistance and a direct channel for programme-related guidance, updates, and engagement opportunities.

Learning and Knowledge Resources 

The Online Alumni network community receives curated newsletters and regular updates designed to support ongoing learning. Members stay informed about insights from faculty and industry experts through knowledge resources shared periodically. 

Beyond the Classroom   

Participants are eligible to attend masterclasses delivered by ISB faculty and industry leaders and receive programme fee benefits, including a 5% discount on ISB Executive Education programmes and a 20% discount on ISB Online programmes. 

Note: Alumni benefits are subject to ISB policy and may change without prior notice.

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Programme Faculty

Vijaya Sunder M

Vijaya Sunder M

Assistant Professor of Operations Management (Practice), ISB

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Founding Associate Schools

Kellogg School of ManagementThe Wharton School

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London Business SchoolThe Fletcher School at Tufts University

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