Project Management
This distance learning, QQI accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification. This distance learning course equips Project Managers and prospective Project Managers with comprehensive project management skills.
| Award Name | Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
Learners have 12 weeks to complete the course.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
• Leaving Cert or equivalent, and/or relevant Life or Work Experience.
• Learners must currently be working or have access to an organisation where they will be able to implement, evaluate and discuss their role in the delivery of a project within an appropriate setting. They must nominate a suitable mentor/supervisor who can verify their involvement in the project. This is to facilitate the completion of a portfolio of work demonstrating their project management skills as part of the assessment requirements for the course.
• Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland
• Candidates must be fluent in English with excellent written English Skills in order to achieve the assessment criteria. Queries on the standard required can be directed to the college.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their initiative.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course.
• For technical requirements required to access CMIT eLearning please see Provider's website.
• For more details on the suitability of this course please see Provider's website.
Careers / Further progression
Transfer and Progression to Further Studies
• This course leads to a level 6 component award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
• Students who successfully complete this programme may use this level 6 component certificate as credit towards QQI Advanced Certificates including: Business (6M4985), Management (6M4587) and Administration (6M5013). For more details contact us.
Further information
Start date: Any time and work at your own pace.
€355
QQI Level 6 component certificate in Project Management (6N4090).
Course Details
This distance learning, QQI accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.
This distance learning course equips Project Managers and prospective Project Managers with comprehensive project management skills.
Students will learn:
(1) project processes / methodologies,
(2) advanced project planning skills,
(3) work breakdown and scheduling techniques,
(4) resource and scope planning,
(5) project leadership techniques, and
(6) quality control and project control techniques.
The course is designed for those working in Large Companies, SMEs or the Public Sector.
Who should complete this Project Management course?
• Business Project Managers: Ideal for professionals already managing projects within large companies, SMEs, or public sector organisations. The course’s focus on advanced project planning, resource and scope planning, and quality control techniques aligns with the requirements of business project management roles.
• IT Project Managers: The course’s emphasis on project processes and methodologies, as well as project control techniques, makes it suitable for IT Project Managers. This role involves overseeing IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Project Leaders in Technology and Innovation Sectors: The course’s coverage of project leadership techniques and quality control aligns with the needs of project leaders in fast-paced sectors like technology and innovation. A study by KPMG found that 69% of project leaders report that the complexity of projects has increased, highlighting the need for advanced skills in project management.
• Aspiring Project Managers: Suitable for individuals aiming to transition into project management roles. The course provides a foundation in project management skills and methodologies, which is essential for those starting in this field. As per the Association for Project Management, the profession is expected to grow by 33% through 2027, indicating strong opportunities for aspiring project managers.
• Professionals in Operational and Strategic Planning Roles: Professionals involved in strategic planning and operational management can benefit from the course’s focus on work breakdown and scheduling techniques. These skills are crucial for effectively planning and executing business strategies.
Topics covered in this Project Management course.
Unit 1: Principles of project management
• Projects in organisations
• The impact of organisational change
• The project environment
• Project organisation structure
• Six–step project management model
• Alternative project management models
Unit 2: Project planning
• The Project Initiation Document
• The project plan
• Work breakdown structure (WBS)
• Scheduling effort
• Scheduling techniques
• Resource and budget planning
• Scope planning, verification and change control
• Project communications
Unit 3: Risk and quality management
• Risk management and contingency planning
• Quality planning
• Quality management systems
Unit 4: Managing staff and suppliers
• Team building
• Project organisation structures
• Motivating and developing
• Reviewing progress
• Managing suppliers
Unit 5: Project administration
• Project monitoring
• Cost control
• Schedule control
• Quality control
• Project close–out
• Personal development plan
• This course is assessed through an Assignment and a Portfolio.
• All work submitted must be your own work. There is no exam with this course.
• As part of our quality assurance, student assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent QQI External Authenticator.
6N4090 - Project Management
Tel: 01 286 5783
Email: info@cmit.ie