Elevate Your Project Management Game

An overview of creative project management, its unique characteristics, and importance within creative industries. Section contents:

• ▶️ 1.0 Welcome!
• ▶️ 1.1 Course Overview
• ▶️ 1.2 The Value of Creative Project Management
• ▶️ 1.3 The Role & Characteristics of the Creative Project Manager
• 📄 Resource & Study Materials | Module 1

Learn about the types and stages of creative processes, including idea generation and concept development. Section contents:

• ▶️ 2.1 Types of Creative Projects
• ▶️ 2.2 The Unique Requirements of Creative Projects
• ▶️ 2.3 Stages of the Creative Process
• ▶️ 2.4 Idea Generation and Concept Development
• 📄 Resource & Study Materials | Module 2

Discover techniques for defining creative project objectives and deliverables, and learn how to plan, forecast, and manage tasks effectively. Section contents:

• ▶️ 3.1 Project Planning
• ▶️ 3.2 Project Objectives & Deliverables
• ▶️ 3.3 Project Forecasting
• ▶️ 3.4 Task Management
• ▶️ 3.5 Recap: Planning, Forecasting, & Task Management
• ▶️ 3.6 Estimating Resources & Costs
• ▶️ 3.7 Creative Resource Management
• 📄 Resource & Study Materials | Module 3

Learn the nuances of communication planning, creative collaboration, and feedback integration, all components for creative project execution. Section contents:

• ▶️ 4.1 Communication & Collaboration
• ▶️ 4.2 Feedback, Revision & Stakeholder Management
• ▶️ 4.3 Scope Creep & Scope Change
• ▶️ 4.4 Project Evaluation & Adjustment
• 📄 Resource & Study Materials | Module 4

Equip yourself with knowledge and tools to identify, plan for, and mitigate risks in creative projects. Section contents:

• ▶️ 5.1 Identifying Risk
• ▶️ 5.2 Contingency Planning & Creative Risk Types
• 📄 Resource & Study Materials | Module 5

Learn about closing a project effectively and reflecting on lessons learned, as well as ways to measure project performance. Section contents:

• ▶️ 6.1 Project Closure
• ▶️ 6.2 Performance Measurement
• 📄 Resource & Study Materials | Module 6

Learn how to choose and utilize the right creative project management tools for your projects. Section contents:

• ▶️ 7.1 The Value of Project Management Tools
• ▶️ 7.2 Why Keeping it Simple Matters
• 📄 Resource & Study Materials | Module 7

Engage with multiple story-based scenarios that highlight and test the skills and knowledge acquired in the course. Section contents:

• ▶️ 8.0 Case Studies - Overview
• ▶️ 8.1 Setting the Compass - Defining Objectives and Deliverables
• ▶️ 8.2 Against the Clock - Planning, Forecasting, & Task Management
• ▶️ 8.3 Risky Calculations - Estimating Resources & Costs
• ▶️ 8.4 Time and Tide - Scheduling & Managing Tasks
• ▶️ 8.5 Dancing with Disarray - Communication & Collaboration
• ▶️ 8.6 Taming the Tornado - Scope Creep
• ▶️ 8.7 Navigating the Iceberg - Risk Management
• 📄 Resource & Study Materials | Module 8

Earning your Creative Project Management certification shows your dedication and expertise. Here's how the process works:

1. The Certification Exam

• After completing the program material, you take a certification exam which consists of 8 tests, one for each module, in multiple-choice format, that test your knowledge. To pass, you must score 80% or higher on each test.
• We offer unlimited attempts, so you can take the exam as many times as needed until you succeed.

2. Digital Certification of Completion

• Upon passing the exam, you'll receive a digital Certificate of Completion which is good forever and never expires.
• You can share your achievement on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, boosting your personal authority and visibility.
• You can also download a PDF copy of the certificate for your records or copy the certificate URL for easy sharing.

Creative Project Management (CPM) is a specialized branch of project management that specifically addresses the unique dynamics and challenges of managing projects within creative industries. These industries can include areas like advertising, design, film production, and more. Unlike traditional project management, CPM takes into account the fluid, often non-linear creative process, while still ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of all stakeholders. It involves planning, executing, and overseeing creative projects from concept development to completion, including elements like idea generation, resource management, timeline establishment, risk mitigation, and more.

The Level I CPM Certification validates your knowledge in:

• Concept Development: Demonstrates your ability to facilitate the creative process, from idea generation to concept development.
• Creative Project Planning: Validates your skills in defining objectives, deliverables, and forecasting, ensuring creative projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Creative Execution and Delivery: Confirms your capability to communicate, manage scope, and identify and manage risks.
• Creative Review and Adjustment: Deepens your practice in creative project evaluation, adjustment, and closure, incorporating lessons learned for future projects.

Earning a Creative Project Management (CPM) Certification showcases your proficiency in managing creative projects, distinguishing you in the competitive creative industry job market. It equips you with practical knowledge and skills to efficiently and effectively manage the unique complexities of creative projects, enhancing your career potential. With this certification, you signal to employers your commitment to professional growth and your ability to contribute value from day one. It can also provide a pathway to more senior roles within the creative industry and potentially increase your earning potential.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary of project management specialists is $101,610 and the media hourly salary is $48.85 per hour.

_{Source: US. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Data (May 2022)}

The Introduction to Creative Project Management (Level I) course provides you with an introduction to managing creative projects. It includes narrated, video-based presentations, covering foundational aspects from understanding the creative process, through planning and forecasting, to execution, delivery, and project completion. The training also offers crucial insights into risk management and essential creative project management tools, further illustrated with practical case studies.

While the video-based presentations include a mix of narrated video and presentation slides, the program also includes audio recordings of each training session for on-the-go learning for your convenience. The program also includes downloadable PDFs for each section for self-paced study and review. Additionally, you gain unlimited access to the CPMA Level I certification test, which you can attempt as many times as necessary until you pass with a score of 80% or better. Upon successful completion, you'll receive your official CPMA Level I Certification, signifying your proficiency and commitment to professional growth in this field.

CPMA's current training and certification program is designed to learn at your own pace. There is approximately 4 hours of video lecture slide content and a certification test that is untimed but can be completed in 30-60 minutes. There are also a handful of study materials, PDFs, and downloads at your disposal. We've seen students complete it in a day or two or go slower and take a month to complete. With that said, the average is probably around 1-2 weeks.

Obtaining your Level I Creative Project Management (CPM) Certification involves completing our comprehensive training course, which includes over 4 hours of video and audio content, as well as written and downloadable resources. These materials are designed to fully prepare you for the final certification exam. The exam consists of 8 tests, one for each content module, that cover all aspects of the training. To pass, you will need a score of 80% or better on each module test. If you don't pass on your first try, don't worry - you can retake the exam as many times as needed until you achieve a passing grade of 80% or better. Upon passing, you will receive your Level I CPM Certification, validating your foundational understanding of creative project management foundations and distinguishing you in the creative industry.

The Creative Project Management Academy (CPMA) is driven by a mission to provide specialized, industry-relevant training that equips project managers in creative fields with the tools and skills they need to excel. Our certification program, developed by seasoned professionals with extensive experience in both project management and creative industries, has been embraced by professionals looking to enhance their expertise and credentials.

Many of our graduates have successfully showcased their CPMA certification on LinkedIn, gaining recognition and advancing their careers as a result. While we are not currently accredited by a traditional accrediting body, the real-world impact of our training speaks for itself, with countless professionals leveraging their certification to achieve new levels of success.

The CPMA is committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends, continuously updating our content to ensure our training remains relevant, impactful, and aligned with the needs of creative project managers today.

Not yet. While our current offering focuses on the foundational aspects of creative project management, we are currently developing a more advanced training and certification option. This will delve deeper into the complexities of managing creative projects and provide even more tools, frameworks, and strategies for success. Join our mailing list to stay tuned for announcements about the launch of these advanced certification courses!

Our priority is your satisfaction and confidence in the value of our course. If for any reason you're not satisfied with your experience, we offer a straightforward 5-day money-back guarantee. Here are the details:

Eligibility Window: You have 5 days from your purchase date to decide if the course is right for you. Should you wish to request a refund, please do so within this timeframe.

Key Condition: This guarantee is applicable provided you have not attempted the certification exam. 

Requesting a Refund: To claim your refund, simply reach out to our support team with your order details. We’re here to help make the process as smooth as possible.

Processing Time: Upon receiving your request, we will process your refund promptly. The refunded amount will be credited back to your original method of payment within 7-10 business days.

Feedback Opportunity: While not mandatory, we welcome any feedback you may have about your course experience. Your insights are invaluable for helping us enhance our offerings.

Upon successful completion of the program and certification exam, you will receive a digital certificate of completion that acknowledges that you have completed a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education. You may use this certificate as written and formal justification for PDUs or other continuing education credits for the time you have spent across video and written-based instruction, case studies, exam preparation, and exam completion. Please note that while this certificate serves as validation of your efforts, you will need to check with your specific certification body or institution to confirm if they accept this course for credits, as we are not affiliated with these institutions and cannot guarantee acceptance.