Technical program management
Certificate, undergraduate
Overview
- In-state: $491
- Out-of-state: $491
- Online: $1,465
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Lead technology-driven projects with confidence
Experience Vandal Business. Build the technical, analytical and project management skills needed to lead complex business initiatives. University of Idaho’s technical program management certificate combines information management, data visualization, operations and project management to prepare you to coordinate people, technology and resources to achieve organizational goals.
With this certificate, you’ll develop skills to:
- Manage information and technology to support effective business decisions
- Use data visualization to communicate insights and improve managerial decision-making
- Understand operations and supply chain processes and how they contribute to organizational performance
- Plan, manage and deliver projects on time and within budget
Experience Vandal Business: Earn the certificate as a stand-alone credential or complete it while pursuing University of Idaho’s online BBA or an on-campus degree.
This program could be a great fit if you’re ready to:
- Bridge the gap between technical expertise and business management
- lead technology-driven projects and managing cross-functional teams
- Strengthen your skills in project management, risk analysis, budgeting and leadership
- Pursue a business, computer science, engineering or management-related degree and want to enhance your résumé with program management skills
- Find a career as a technical program manager, project manager, operations manager or product manager
Build skills, lead programs
Curriculum
This program could be a great fit if you:
- Want to bridge the gap between technical expertise and business management
- Are interested in leading technology-driven projects and managing cross-functional teams
- Want to strengthen your skills in project management, risk analysis, budgeting and leadership
- Are pursuing a business, computer science, engineering or management-related degree and want to enhance your résumé with program management skills
- Hope to pursue careers as a technical program manager, project manager, operations manager or product manager
Career outcomes
Current job openings
6,774 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Security Management Specialists
$92,049 - General and Operations Managers
$109,578 - Management Analysts
$103,621 - Operations Research Analysts
$99,553 - Regulatory Affairs Managers
$102,264
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Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
You have many hands-on learning opportunities as a College of Business and Economics (CBE) student to ensure your readiness for the real business world. These interactive programs give you practical experience and business know-how that will set you apart.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
U of I’s certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships on their own. However, students enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program may apply their financial aid and scholarships toward a certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Idaho LAUNCH
This degree is approved for Idaho LAUNCH, a grant that supports Idaho students pursuing high-demand careers. Students enrolling under the 2026–27 Academic Catalog may be eligible for up to $4,000 per year / $8,000 total in scholarship funding through the Idaho LAUNCH program.
Learn about eligibility and application deadlines at nextsteps.idaho.gov/launch, or see our full list of approved U of I programs on the in-state scholarships page.
Application information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements to learn more.
Undergraduate certificate application process
Students interested in adding a certificate to their bachelor’s or associate degree program should speak with their academic advisor.
Students interested in earning an undergraduate certificate as a standalone program should contact the Admissions Office at 208-885-6326 for information on how to apply.
Overview
- In-state: $491
- Out-of-state: $491
- Online: $1,465
Related Topics
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Experience Vandal Business
Experience Vandal Business means hands-on learning and building relationships that move you forward. You’ll tackle real business challenges, compete as part of a team, connect with industry partners, get involved in student organizations and learn from faculty who know you and invest in your success. By the time you graduate, you’ll have more than a degree. You’ll have the experience, relationships and professional network to help open doors for what’s next.