Professional Development Units (PDUs)

Professional Development Units (PDUs) help individuals earn or maintain industry-recognized certifications by documenting continued learning and skill development. PDUs are awarded through approved training and practical experience and are recognized by credentialing organizations such as the Project Management Institute (PMI™).

Graduate School USA offers a variety of instructor-led courses that provide Professional Development Units (PDUs), supporting both the attainment and renewal of key industry certifications. Many certification bodies, including the Project Management Institute (PMI™), require professionals to complete a set number of PDUs through formal training or hands-on experience to demonstrate continued proficiency in project management and related fields. Many focused Graduate School USA courses qualify for PDUs, typically awarded at a rate of one PDU per hour of classroom instruction. Because PDU requirements vary by certification, students should verify which courses align with the standards of their specific credentialing organization. Graduate School USA’s programs deliver structured, effective learning experiences that help professionals stay current and maintain the credentials essential to their career advancement.

Courses Offering PDU Credits

This is a full list of courses we offer that provide PDU (Professional Development Unit) credits.

Upcoming Classes

November 2026
Schedule, Finance & Resources Management Course
November 18–19
Wednesday to Thursday 9am–4:30pm EST
$1,699
2 Days

Develop essential skills in project scheduling, cost estimation, and resource management with expert-led training and practical tools.
Stakeholder & Communications Management Course
November 23
Monday 9am–4:30pm EST
$849
1 Day

Learn how to engage internal and external stakeholders through structured communication planning and targeted messaging for successful project and program outcomes.
December 2026
Scope, Quality & Risk Management Course
December 2–3
Wednesday to Thursday 9am–4:30pm EST
$1,699
2 Days

Master the integration of scope, quality, and risk management to achieve project goals with measurable success.
Project Management Essentials Course
December 7–8
Monday to Tuesday 9am–4:30pm EST
$1,999
2 Days

Build a solid foundation in standardized project management using PMI’s PMBOK Guide. Learn to plan, oversee, and close projects using practical tools and core performance domains.
Introduction to Agile Project Management Course
December 17
Thursday 9am–4:30pm EST
$849
1 Day

Explore foundational Agile practices, frameworks, and Scrum methodologies to plan, track, and monitor projects interactively.
Project Leadership Course
December 18
Friday 9am–4:30pm EST
$899
1 Day

Build the leadership skills that move you beyond managing tasks to leading people, so your project teams stay motivated, aligned, and productive even under real budget and deadline pressure.
January 2027
Project Management Essentials Course
January 6–7
Wednesday to Thursday 9am–4:30pm EST
$1,999
2 Days

Build a solid foundation in standardized project management using PMI’s PMBOK Guide. Learn to plan, oversee, and close projects using practical tools and core performance domains.
Stakeholder & Communications Management Course
January 14
Thursday 9am–4:30pm EST
$849
1 Day

Learn how to engage internal and external stakeholders through structured communication planning and targeted messaging for successful project and program outcomes.
Project Leadership Course
January 19
Tuesday 9am–4:30pm EST
$899
1 Day

Build the leadership skills that move you beyond managing tasks to leading people, so your project teams stay motivated, aligned, and productive even under real budget and deadline pressure.
February 2027
Introduction to Agile Project Management Course
February 2
Tuesday 9am–4:30pm EST
$849
1 Day

Explore foundational Agile practices, frameworks, and Scrum methodologies to plan, track, and monitor projects interactively.

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