Practical Utilization of AI for Project Management

Ready to run smarter projects? This microcredential shows project managers exactly how to put AI to work. You’ll learn how AI can tighten timelines, sharpen decisions, strengthen risk management, and take the busywork out of your workflow.

Through hands-on exercises and real project scenarios, you’ll dig into the AI tools and techniques that make projects more efficient—and explore the ethical considerations every modern project leader needs to understand. By the end, you’ll be equipped to lead AI-powered projects with confidence, boost team performance, and drive better results across the board.

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Course length	Date	Format	Price
6 weeks \| 12 to 14 hours per week	April 27 – June 8, 2026	Virtual, online course with mandatory live sessions	$189 + HST (DNS Members) \| $736 +HST (Non-DNS Members)

Course length	Date	Format	Price
6 weeks \| 8 to 12 hours per week	January 19 - March 6	Virtual, online course with mandatory live sessions	$89 +HST (DNS Members) \| $129 +HST (non-members)*

Applications close December 9, 2025 at 12:00pm AST. Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis.

*Full price for this course is $739 +HST, but with support from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Nova Scotian’s are eligible for this discounted price. Please fill in the form below.

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Practical Utilization of AI for Project Management

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About this course

Course overview

Foundations of AI: Understand the core principles, types, and techniques of AI, including machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing.
AI in Project Management: Learn how AI can be applied to project management strategies and workflows, including data analysis, project automation, and planning.
Ethical AI: Explore the ethical implications of AI, focusing on trust, privacy, and the socioeconomic impact of AI on society.
Practical Application: Gain hands-on experience with AI tools and technologies, including content generation, customer interaction automation, and data analysis.

Modules

Module 1: Introduction to AI
- Overview of AI, its historical development, and modern AI applications
- Understanding the various types of AI and techniques
- Prompt engineering frameworks, techniques, and best practices
- Development and evolution of Generative AI
- AI and ethical considerations: privacy, bias, and transparency
- Building trust in AI-driven applications
- Future trends and implications in AI
Module 2: AI Tools and Techniques for Project Management (part 1)
- Building an AI-first mindset and behaviours
- Exploring case studies and use cases for AI in project management
- Introduction to various AI tools and use cases for project management (tools covered include: Perplexity, MindStudio, Copilot, Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT, and Fireflies.AI)
Module 3: AI Tools and Techniques for Project Management (part 2)
- Deep dive into creating custom GPT
- Hands-on learning with automating workflows with Zapier and Generative AI
- Data analysis for project management using generative AI
- Planning, developing, and refining AI specific project management solutions
Module 4: Capstone Project

Course schedule

January 19 - Course begins (Modules 1 & 2 - Asynchronous)
February 11 @ 6-8 PM - Live Session (Module 3) (Mandatory)
February 18 @ 6-8 PM Live Session (Module 4) (Mandatory)
Feb 27 - Capstone Project Submission

Course requirements

All course participants will require the following software and/or subscriptions.

Paid subscriptions for:
- ChatGPT Plus / ChatGPT for Teams (or access to a paid or enterprise version of ChaGPT)
- M365 Copilot (If provided by your employer, free version otherwise)
Free account created for:
- Make.com
- Zapier
- Perplexity
- MindStudio
- Fireflies.AI
- Claude
Other software and hardware required:
- Google account
- Internet access
- Laptop or desktop device (macOS or Windows)

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This program is made possible thanks to generous funding support from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

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Your Instructors

About the instructor

Mbongeni "Bo" Ndlovu, MCS Course Instructor | StFX Founder | Olyup Technologies Inc. Robert Newcombe, P.Eng., MBA Founder & CEO | AI-First Consulting Inc. Eduard Kakosyan Senior AI Developer | AI-First Consulting Fred Allen, MEd Professional Studies Manager | StFX Sebastian Green Senior AI Consultant | AI-First Consulting