Project Management for Architects

Registration is now open!

This course qualifies for 40 AIBC Core Learning Units.

This course qualifies for 40 OAA structured continuing education learning hours.

This course is offered in English.

Get the project management tools you need to advance your architectural practice in just 40 hours!

The course provides both project management knowledge in the context of architectural practice and prepares participants for the Project Management Institute’s PMP® certification exam. This program has been instrumental in helping participants improve their organizational skills, professionalism, and client interactions, leading to overall success.

Testimonials:

“I had previously taken the regular PMI course but (this) course was much more relevant and useful to me as an Architect. I would recommend it to anyone in the Design and Construction Industry – whether they intend to take the exam or not.” Ann Marie Duggan

“The Project Management for Architects course was very useful and applicable to improving the flow of projects through my office, managing client expectations, coordinating consultants, and understanding the finances of projects and the practice overall.” Donald Peckover

These in-person workshops are held in various locations across Canada and are designed for architectural interns, emerging practitioners, and proprietors who want to establish a solid foundation in current project management practices, tools, and techniques. The classes are also beneficial for public sector professionals involved in capital asset development projects. Outcomes include:

40 hours of expert instruction
A premium PMP® certification exam preparation kit, and
The ability to develop effective project and stakeholder management plans.

Note:

The course is offered over two weekends. Workshops begin on Thursday evening at 6 PM and conclude on Saturday afternoon at 5 PM.
Lunches will be provided on Friday and Saturday, with a dinner served on Friday evening. Please identify special dietary accommodations at the time of registration or contact education@raic.org.

Pricing: (same for all locations)

RAIC Members (register any time): $1,849 + applicable taxes
Non-members (register any time): $2,149 + applicable taxes

Course Instructor:

Don Ardiel, B.Arch., MDE, OAA, PMP

In addition to operating his own architectural practice for 20 years, Don Ardiel has developed and delivered project management programs, courses, and workshops for post-secondary institutions, architectural associations, and corporate clients. As the past-Director of Certification for the Project Management Institute’s Southwestern Ontario Chapter, past-Co-ordinating Developer and Lead Instructor for Western University’s Professional Certificate in Project Management Program, and Curriculum Developer for Lambton College’s two-year Advanced Project Management and Strategic Leadership Program, Don has helped thousands of people prepare for the PMP® certification exam and a career as a project management professional.

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