Digital Nova Scotia

AI for Project Management

A six-week microcredential for project professionals who want practical, job-ready skills in using AI for planning, execution, communication and decision-making.

NEXT LEVEL SKILLS · 2027
February 4 - March 11, 2027
FORMATVirtual: live sessions, self-paced learning and a capstone project
LENGTH6 weeks
FACILITATORRobert Newcombe, P.Eng., PMP, AI First Consulting
CLASS SIZEUp to 20 participants
ELIGIBLE DNS MEMBERS
$332.38
COURSE VALUED AT
$1,329.50
+ HST per person
The member price includes up to 75% funding through WIPSI.Register now
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About this Course

Participants explore core AI concepts, including machine learning, natural language processing, and generative AI, and learn how these technologies can support project workflows such as documentation, meeting capture, research, data analysis, forecasting, risk identification, and process automation. The course emphasizes the practical use of tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, Fireflies.AI, GitHub Copilot, Make.com, and Zapier in project environments.

By the end of the program, learners are able to identify high-value use cases for AI in project management, apply AI tools to improve efficiency and decision quality, design simple AI-enabled workflow solutions, and lead responsible AI adoption within their teams. The course also addresses trust, privacy, bias, and governance considerations so that participants can integrate AI in ways that are effective, ethical, and aligned with organizational needs.

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify high-value uses for AI in project management
  • Apply AI tools to improve efficiency and decision quality
  • Design simple AI-enabled workflow solutions
  • Lead responsible AI adoption in your team, with trust, privacy, bias and governance in mind

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How it Works

Digital Nova Scotia will facilitate the funding process based on the information provided in your application. Employees must be receiving full-time compensation while in training to be eligible for WIPSI funding. This may include employees who are full-time seasonal.

To apply your organization must

  • Be a paid Digital Nova Scotia member before the program start date.
  • Be located in Nova Scotia and be registered with the Nova Scotia Registry of Joint Stocks or incorporated by an act of the Nova Scotia legislature for at least one year.

Funding support available

  • Members are eligible for funding for up to 75% of direct training costs
  • Up to a maximum of $10,000, any amount over $10,000 is cost-shared at 50%.
  • The cost for this program with the funding support is $332.38 + HST per person.

FAQs

When and where does it run?

February 4 - March 11, 2027. The course is delivered virtually. It combines self-paced learning with live virtual sessions and a capstone project.

Which AI tools does the course cover?
  • ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Perplexity
  • Fireflies.AI and GitHub Copilot
  • Make.com and Zapier for workflow automation
What does it cost?

$332.38 + HST per person for eligible Digital Nova Scotia members. The full course value is $1,329.50 + HST. The member price already includes up to 75% funding through Nova Scotia's Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive (WIPSI).

Do I need to be a Digital Nova Scotia member?

Yes. Your organization needs to be a paid Digital Nova Scotia member before the course starts. Membership options are at digitalnovascotia.com/memberships.

Can we register more than one person?

Yes. There is no limit on how many people a business can register, and you can send people to different courses at the same time.

Each participant needs to attend at least 60 percent of the classes and submit all required documents.

Who do I contact with questions?

Vimbayi Handara at vimbayi@digitalnovascotia.com.

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