Course Overview
This course concentrates on exam content from the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) and other resources. The program is designed for preparing you to write the Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification exam. You will prepare for the exam through a comprehensive review of the PMI project management fundamentals and core concepts, review of the predictive and agile methodologies, and review of business analysis frameworks as they relate to examination. The course includes an outline of the certification process and exam format, along with practice exam questions, a simulated exam, and practical test-taking techniques.
Credits
1.5
Domestic fees
$485.15 - $485.16 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Apply the project management key concepts, terminology, organizational influences, and project life cycle.
- Describe the Project Management Fundamentals.
- Describe the Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies.
- Describe the Agile Frameworks/Methodologies.
- Describe the Business Analysis Frameworks.
- Apply test-taking techniques for writing the exam.
Effective as of Fall 2023
Related Programs
CAPM Certification Exam Preparation (OPMT 3525) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Project Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below are two offerings of OPMT 3525 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 90781
Dates
Feb 19 - Mar 26 Loading
- CRN 90781
- $485.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19 - Mar 26 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Alex Fakidis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This course is asynchronous, and does not require you to meet each and every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2026 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2025.
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Status
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CRN 91989
Dates
Feb 19 - Mar 26 Loading
- CRN 91989
- $485.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19 - Mar 26 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Jason Fakidis
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This is a synchronous online course, and you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies or more if it is a condensed course starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2026 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2025.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are two offerings of OPMT 3525 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 65273
Dates
Apr 09 - May 14 Loading
- CRN 65273
- $485.16 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - May 14 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Alex Fakidis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This course is asynchronous and does not require you to meet every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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CRN 69454
Dates
Apr 09 - May 14 Loading
- CRN 69454
- $485.16 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - May 14 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Jason Fakidis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This is a synchronous online course, and you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies or more if it is a condensed course starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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