Online Project Cost Management

PMG 323 - Project Cost Management

Overview

This course is part of the Project Management Certificate. Learn more about the certificate here.

Concepts and complex processes of effective project cost management. Primarily focuses on project needs assessment, cost estimation, project cost control, project budgeting, cash flow management, financial management, value management, configuration management and supply chain management. Students also learn to appreciate the importance of integrating cost and value management processes.

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Course prerequisites and requirements

To be successful in this course, we recommend English language fluency and computer literacy. We also encourage you to make sure your laptop or desktop computer meets the technical requirements.

PMG 240 Foundations of Project Management is strongly suggested as a prerequisite for success in this course.

Quick facts

Next start date:

Jan. 14, 2025 (8 weeks)

Credits: 3
Length: On-demand or 8 weeks
Cost: $25 + $400

What you’ll learn

Identify the underlying theoretical principles of project cost management
Distinguish relevant concepts such as project scope and how it relates to project cost management
Read and analyze a project cost estimate
Manage complex professional and technical activities by using various tools to make cost and scope decisions and establish baselines
Propose pathways on cost management practices that can be strategically applied across the various functions of a business organization to improve organizational performance

What to expect in class

Video lectures, readings, writing activities and assignments, discussions, and quizzes

Exams and grading

63%

Readings & Quizzes

28%

Video Quizzes

4%

Midterm Exam

5%

Final Exam

Transcript

This course appears on your transcript identically to how it appears on the transcript of an enrolled ASU student who has taken the course on one of ASU’s campuses. Course attendance dates will be listed on your transcript. An on-demand course will appear on your transcript in the session you complete the course.

This course satisfies 3 credit hours at Arizona State University. It is strongly encouraged that you consult with your institution of choice to determine how these credits will be applied to their degree requirements prior to transferring your credit.