Course Details
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.
This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification. The course is designed for those working in Large Companies, SMEs or the Public Sector.
By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24x7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this FETAC certified course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assessments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.
Topics Covered in this Course
Unit 1: Change Context and Organisations
- Types of Organisation. Organisation Structure
- Change in Organisations. Projects in Organisations
- The Project Environment
Unit 2: Project Management Fundamentals
- Project Strategy
- Project Management Methodology
- Project Reporting and Meetings
Unit 3: Project Planning
- The Project Charter. The Project Plan
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Scheduling Effort. Scheduling Techniques
- Resource and Budget Planning
- Scope Planning, Verification and Change Control
Unit 4: Quality Management
- Risk Management. Quality Planning
- Quality Management Systems
- Service Excellence Systems
Unit 5: Managing People
- Team Building. Project Organisation Structures
- Motivating and Developing
- Reviewing Progress
- Managing Suppliers
Unit 6: Project Administration
- Project Monitoring
- Cost Control
- Schedule Control
- Quality Control
- Project Close-out
Who should complete this course?
- Business Project Managers, IT Project Managers and Project Leaders who wish to formalise their skills.
- Aspiring or newly appointed Project Managers.
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
- Leaving Cert or equivalent, and/or relevant Life or Work Experience.
- Candidates must have the opportunity to practice project management skills on a work-related project.
- Candidates must have the agreement of a mentor / supervisor who can oversee their practical project work.
- As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
- A basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course.
- For more details on the suitability of this course
Assessment
- This course is assessed through an Assignment (which entails developing a Work Breakdown Structure and a Project Plan) and a Skills Demonstration of your project management skills in a business context, including setting up a project, running a project, controlling change, managing people aspects, and planning and monitoring a project.
- 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 FETAC External Authenticator.
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 a number of FETAC Advanced Certificates including: Management (BMANX). For more details contact us.
Learner Protection
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CMIT is subject to section 43 of the Qualifications Act 1999 and as such, has put in place appropriate arrangements in place for the protection of learners on FETAC programmes which have a duration of three months or longer, should CMIT unexpectedly cease to provide such a FETAC programme. To comply with this, CMIT has either:- (1) arrangements in place with at least two other FETAC registered organisations so that learners may transfer to complete their programme, or (2) a Bank Guarantee is in place so that learners may be refunded.
Accreditation
- Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 component certificate in Project Management (L32198).
- The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. CMIT is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.
- Please note that there is a EUR60 fee payable for administration, moderation and certification.
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