Project Management NQF5 – QCTO certified

Occupational Certificate: Project Manager NQF 5

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Programme:

Project Management NQF5 – QCTO certified

Purpose:

The purpose of this qualification is to equip a person to be a Project Manager. Project management as a profession allows a person to have the knowledge, processes, skills, tools, and techniques that will enable a project to achieve success.

A qualified learner will be able to:

Initiate a project to address specific project objectives.

Plan and prepare the delivery of a project.

Execute and control the delivery of a project management plan.

Manage the project close out process.

Admission requirements

Level 4 or Matric with Mathematical Literacy, and Communication

Basic computer knowledge

Selection Procedure:

Proof of the above qualifications/reference and interview to confirm suitability, aptitude and experience

Programme Content:

This qualification is made up of Three Phases, containing the following compulsory Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules:

Phase 1 – Introduction to Project Management:

Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules
Knowledge Modules

Understanding of the 10 knowledge areas of Project Management.

Utilizing Project Management Tools.

Applying problem solving techniques.

Risk Identification in Projects.

Knowledge of all documents related to a medium size project.

Lifecycles of a Project.

Full glossary related to Project Management.

Project costing.

Practical Skill Modules:

No Practical skill required

Phase 1 – Introduction to Project Management
Duration:

Part-time: 9 consecutive Saturdays 8:00-10:00.
Three intakes per year:
Intake one lectures commence 1 February 2020 08:00 – 10:00. Intake two lectures commence 9 May 2020 08:00 – 10:00. Intake three lectures commence 1 August 2020 08:00 – 10:00.

Course Fees:

R5 600
R 2 600 deposit and the balance in 2 equal instalments (R 1 500)

Phase 2: Project Management NQF5

Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules

Entry Requirements:

Phase 1 – Introduction to Project Management

Knowledge Modules

Introduction

Organizational influences and project life cycle

Project management processes

Project integration management

Project scope management

Practical Skill Modules

Interpret the project charter or brief and associated documents

Scope Development

Duration Phase 2:

DEPENDANT ON ENTRIES

Part-time:

30 consecutive Saturdays. Intake one Lectures commence 1 February 2020 10:00 – 12:00. Intake two lectures commence 25 July 2020 10:00 – 12:00.

Course Fees

(R7 300)

R 2 300 deposit and the balance in 4 equal installments (R 1 200)

Phase 3: Project Management NQF5

Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules

Knowledge Modules

Project time management

Project cost management

Project quality management

Project human resource management

Project communications management

Project risk management

Project procurement management

Project stakeholder management

Practical Skill Modules

Initiate a project

Plan and develop a project time line and schedule

Plan and develop a project management approach and scope statement

Plan for and project the cost of a project

Plan project management systems

Monitor and control the scope of a project

Control the project delivery schedules and costs

Control the project quality

Manage and control the human resources of a project

Conduct and control project communication and stakeholder interaction

Manage and control project risks

Manage and control project procurement activities

Manage and control project close-out activities

Duration Phase 3:

Part-time: 35 consecutive Saturdays 12:00 – 14:00. Only one intake per year. Lectures commence 1 February 2020.
Logbook to be maintained, include but not limited to.

Course Fees (R 27 000)

R 3 000 deposit and the balance in 8 equal instalments (R 3 000)

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Initiate a project to address specific project objectives

Plan and prepare the delivery of a project

Plan project management systems

Execute and control the delivery of a project management plan

Manage the project close out process

This qualification also requires the following Work Experience Modules:

Attend to project initiation management processes

Attend to project planning processes

Attend to project execution and control processes

Attend to project close out processes

NOTES

Qualifying for external assessment:
In order to qualify for an external assessment, learners must provide proof of completion of all required knowledge and practical modules by means of statements of results and a record (Log Book) of completed work experience

Conclusion:
The qualification is closely aligned with the two most recognised international standards for project managers.

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