Success Stories

“Like many professionals, my career has exposed me to several areas of project management, but I also wanted formal training that puts all the pieces together. After recently receiving my PMP, I wanted to build on what I had learned and found Villanova University's Essentials of Project Management Online Program. Essentials breaks down project management into easy-to-understand units, covering not only the terms and processes but also how they are applied in real projects. I also liked the fact that the program is online and self-paced, so I could participate when it was convenient for me. This course delivered the goods on project management with the quality I was expecting from the Villanova name. My only regret is not finding it prior to my PMP exam -- it would have made passing a lot easier.”

“I attended Villanova's Basics of Project Management, Mastering Project Management, Project Management Professional Certification Preparation, and the Advanced Strategic Project Management courses in 2004 and 2005 before earning my Project Management Professional certification in July 2005. I really appreciated the educational rigor, the professionalism of the staff, and the tremendous convenience of taking these courses online through Villanova. I have a very busy schedule that includes substantial travel both domestically and internationally. The convenience of being able to drop a disc into a CD drive on my computer and viewing a class anywhere at any time helped to make the learning experience efficient and effective. I was able to participate in the live online class sessions from many places around the globe. For me, convenience was key and Villanova offered a learning experience and environment that fit right into my business and professional needs.”

“I just wanted to say thanks for a great experience. Not only did I learn a lot but I started a new job last week courtesy of this program. I am the new production planner and quality trainer for Service Wire Co. My boss told me that the Villanova program is really what put me above the other candidates!”

“I wanted to take a moment to thank you for making the 'Essentials of Project Management' course so informative and easy to understand. I graduated from the University of Maryland 30 years ago, and I was a little concerned that I might have some trouble returning to school. Your series of CD lectures and the textbooks helped me on each step of the way. I must also tell you that I had forgotten how much I had 'forgotten.' I put your course to use immediately and received immediate results in organizing projects from the meeting phase right through project completion. Actually, I am so excited that I have already enrolled in the next course. Thanks for your help and encouragement. Your group has seriously made learning as simple as anyone could expect.”

“I have enjoyed this [Six Sigma Green Belt] experience in learning and education more than any I have ever had. For advanced learning, this is far and away the best I have ever experienced. This should be the wave of the future for all post BS/BA education. I have really enjoyed this learning experience.”

“I have enjoyed this [Six Sigma Green Belt] course very much. I chose Villanova because of the accreditation and outstanding reputation it has in the Six Sigma community. I have no doubt that when it comes to a job interview, the name Villanova will make the difference in who is selected. Thanks again! ”

“One of my career goals is to move into project management. I had been looking for opportunities to continue my education for personal growth and job advancement when I found the Learning Together Program and enrolled in Villanova University's on-line program. The experience has been great, and the program has been easy to follow. I have told many of my coworkers about the program and encouraged them to consider it. The program is excellent; I have really enjoyed it.”

“I have been studying organizational management and organizational leadership philosophies for professional and personal growth during the past three years. What I like about Villanova's online curriculum in Leadership is that it offers an assessment of your knowledge on the subject first, and then tests you on what you've learned from each module in the course. They set you up with a study guide and reading materials for home study. Since the courses are online, it's much easier to comprehend and retain what you learn. The curriculum also offers direct contact with faculty and other students via a chat room. It's amazing what you can learn from others. The course has definitely enriched my knowledge on Leadership.”

“I'm VERY impressed with my first online educational experience. I found it very convenient and complementary to my work schedule. Thank you to everyone! I'm looking forward to the Black Belt and Lean Six Sigma courses I've also purchased.”

“I found the combination of the streaming video and workbook to be just what I needed to maintain focus. The lectures were easy to understand and the presentation well done by the teaching staff. Being able to work on the assignments anytime, night or day, allowed me maximum flexibility with my schedule. This was my first online course, and it was such a satisfying experience, I will be doing more.”

Just a quick to note to express my extreme satisfaction with your project management curriculum. Your PM program is FANTASTIC....best I've seen anywhere! I've learned many new tools and techniques from the Mastering and Advanced Strategic PM courses, and am anxious to begin using them. Thank you for developing a very well-done program. I will recommend [the program] to my PM associates.

“I enjoyed this class [Six Sigma Green Belt]. I especially liked the interaction in the live chat room as well as watching the videos online. When I didn’t have internet access, I used the CD-ROMs provided. The tests were true to what was being taught and I’m now looking forward to earning my Six Sigma Black Belt with Villanova University Online.

“I am very impressed by the quality of Villanova University’s Essentials of Project Management Online course. I was also pleasantly surprised by the format of the course. I was able to work at my own speed, and the supplied CDs allowed me to study while I was away from home and away from an Internet connection. The weekly chat sessions were excellent and not only allowed excellent “live” discussions but also allowed me to get to know others in my class. I found the instructors to be highly professional and extremely helpful. I recommend Essentials of Project Management to anyone interested in honing their project management skills and to anyone intent on working toward PMP certification. I look forward to taking the next online project management course from Villanova University.”

The course was great... I have already implemented some of the learned items to my existing project. Also, I have lessons learned for enhancement for my company's structure and a better insight into improvements that will help the overall company environment. The information I have learned will help me in all my future projects, and the course delivery was right on. I am looking forward to the next class, and I am interested to see how this influences my future views on how project dynamics can make a difference for me and my projects. My company has taken an interest in the new-found knowledge I have acquired and looks forward to me bringing that to the table. Thanks so much. This is actually a life-changing experience for me. I am very good at what I do, and now I will be even better. I would hope that my company sees the value in this course and makes it a requirement for all future Project Managers. This course gives me what I need to move into a Senior Project Management position. I can at least offer my knowledge down to the PMs under me and influence all projects from here on out. Thanks.

Hello. I did enjoy the course immensely; it was very challenging and extremely informative. I found that as I moved from Administrative Assistant for the hospital to my new role as HR Director, I needed to 'boot-up' as much information as I could, in as quick a time period as I could. After contacting a number of online educational groups, I found that Villanova had the most to offer. I can't say enough good things about how immediately responsive they were in keeping me informed and answering my questions. That is probably the most important reason I decided on Villanova – I wanted immediate answers to my questions, and they delivered. The instructor was just as responsive, and I could always email her with thoughts and questions. If [a potential student] is interested in the HR field, this course gives not only the information but also terrific resources that I depend on now to assist me on a daily basis. The lectures on CD are always available for my use, and I'm reviewing them as I have time. If [a student] is not interested in moving to HR but wants to expand [their] knowledge in Management, [they] can't go wrong with this course. Office Managers deal with the same issues of personnel, the law, hiring, firing, etc. I think the course was terrific, and I'm amazed at how much I enjoyed the virtual classroom. Thanks again for a quality program.