The Stanford Advanced Project Management program was developed through a partnership between IPS and the Stanford Center for Professional Development at Stanford University. Since its inception in 1999, the program has met companies' needs as the only cohesive, advanced-level curriculum that equips an organization to execute its business strategies effectively.

All courses in the curriculum build on the academic and interdisciplinary research expertise of Stanford University and on best-practice methodologies tested and proven by IPS in its work with Fortune 500 companies. Individuals who complete a total of six courses, including the program's three core courses, will receive the professional credential of Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM).

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Earn your Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM) credential

Are you ready to take the next step in project management? Become a Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM). Earning your SCPM credential demonstrates your mastery of the advanced skills needed to execute business strategies effectively. In completing the requirements for this prestigious credential, you’ll receive guidance and practical instruction on the processes, organizational structure, and tools that assure that project work yields the desired business results.

SCPM is:

• A sought-after credential that represents leading-edge thinking, the latest advances in technology in project management, and skilled application of advanced project management techniques
• A distinguished mark of recognition from a leading academic institution that says you have achieved advanced expertise in the individual and organizational aspects of the project management discipline

Whether you are a long-time PMP, an executive responsible for the mastery of project management throughout your organization, or a project manager seeking a practical credential, show that you're a leader in project management.

Build on the fundamental education currently available in the market. Earn your mastery certificate in project management from the Stanford Advanced Project Management program and put SCPM after your name.

How to earn your SCPM:

Individuals who complete a total of six courses, including three core courses, will receive the Stanford Advanced Project Management mastery certificate. With this certificate participants receive the professional credential of Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM). The SCPM designation may be used on business cards, business correspondence, and resumes. Records will be archived in the Stanford Advanced Project Management program office and will be available for verification upon request.

Courses may be taken in any order and any method of instruction—public sessions, on campus, online, or on site at your organization. However, we highly recommend that you take Converting Strategy Into Action as your first course, as it introduces the framework for all the other courses in the program. 

Program features

• Provides advanced skills for those who already know project management—Open to anyone who manages projects, programs, or a portfolio of programs, not just those with “project manager” in their titles.
  
• Flexible—There are no prerequisites, so you can start wherever you need the most help.
• The best of academia and industry—IPS and the Stanford Center for Professional Development at Stanford University have combined real-world experience with academic research to present the most comprehensive curriculum available for improving your ability to get the right results.
• Instruction from dynamic, seasoned professionals—IPS instructors are the best in the world and bring with them valuable professional experience and effective facilitation skills.
• Convenient course delivery—Courses can be presented at a location of your choosing.
  
• Activity-based learning—All courses are practical, interactive, experiential, and application-oriented.
• Participants learn by doing—Courses use real-world projects relevant to your organization.
• The opportunity to earn professional credentials—Completing six program courses earns participants the Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM) credential.
  
• Immediate and ongoing results—You’ll leave these courses prepared to apply proven approaches to specific project, program, and portfolio issues.