UCOP Project Management Collection classes start this month
July 13, 2026 •
Expand your project management skillset and learn new techniques to plan, initiate and successfully execute future projects with the UCOP Project Management Collection. Series classes include:
- Project Management for Non-Project Managers
- Project Management 1
- Project Management 2
- Smartsheet for Project Management
- Microsoft Projects
While courses may be taken in any order, completion of Project Management 1 is required before taking Project Management 2. These courses are designed to support your learning of project management and are not affiliated with official certifications.
Upcoming offerings
Select each course name to register; listings reflect Pacific Time.
Project Management for Non-Project Managers
Aug. 12, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Whatever your role, chances are that you’re involved with project management on some level. If your primary role isn’t project management, but you’d like to learn more about the fundamentals of project management and how you can apply them to your projects, this is the course for you! While we will cover traditional project management concepts, this session is focused on sharing innovative insights and practical techniques to help you better manage projects of all kinds.
Project Management 1
Sept. 16, Sept. 23 & Sept. 29, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This engaging three-part course offers a practical and scalable approach to managing projects from initiation through completion. Led by trusted facilitator Raj Kapur, this course features real-world applications, hands-on exercises and collaborative learning to ensure that concepts are immediately transferable to the workplace.
You’ll learn to:
- Apply Project Process Architecture, a proven and adaptable project management methodology toolkit that serves as a learning guide and resource
- Plan, execute and lead projects with clarity and confidence
- Confidently navigate each phase of the project lifecycle
- Incorporate new techniques for building strong teams, managing upward and enhancing your professional presence
Self-paced resources through LinkedIn Learning
A LinkedIn Learning login is required to access the resources below. Learn how to set up your account.
Role guides
Explore the LinkedIn Learning Project Manager Role Guide for foundational content and tools to help you gain a better understanding of project-management skills. You can also connect with professionals in the field, learn more about official project management certifications and explore opportunities to advance your career.
LinkedIn Learning Collections
Can’t make a scheduled course work with your schedule? You can still access powerful, skill-building resources with self-paced classes and videos from LinkedIn Learning. Get started by checking out the following UCOP collections — personally vetted by the Learning and Development team for their quality and relevance to UCOP staff:
Questions? Contact ucopld@ucop.edu.
Tags: classes and workshops, professional development, project management
Is the SmartSheet class part of one of the Project Management 1 or 2 classes or is that separate? If separate, will that class be offered any time soon?
Hi Anna — The SmartSheet class is a separate class. Please contact ucopld@ucop.edu for information about future schedules.