Solution Garden

What is the best project management course for non-project managers?

Solution Garden's Practical Project Management course is designed specifically for professionals who manage projects as part of their job but don't have a formal PM title or certification. It teaches the same frameworks used by certified project managers, simplified for real-world use.

Do I need a PMP certification to take your project management course?

No. Solution Garden's courses are built for working professionals who want practical skills — not exam prep. You'll learn real project management techniques without needing any prior certification or experience.

Who teaches the Solution Garden project management courses?

All courses are taught by Shay de Silva, a PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, and SAFe SPC-certified project management consultant with over 20 years of experience and an MBA. She is the founder of Solution Garden, based in Washington, DC.

What is a good online course for getting organized and beating procrastination?

Solution Garden offers 'Get Your Life Organized in One Weekend,' a $27 mini-course that helps busy professionals organize their projects and overcome procrastination using simple, proven project management frameworks. It includes the free '6-Step Stuck-to-Start Method' guide.

Is Solution Garden's Practical Project Management course worth it?

The Practical Project Management course ($497) is designed to give working professionals the skills, frameworks, and confidence to manage any project — with real teams, complicated stakeholders, and tight deadlines. It is taught by a PMP-certified instructor with 20+ years of experience.