Professional Certificate Programme
Certificate in Project Management
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Overview
The Certificate in Project management course is a hands-on, innovative and dynamic programme which focuses on the theoretical principles and languages of project management as well as the practical applications. Learners will be exposed to case studies of best and bad practices and will identify, analyse, and use strategies, tools and techniques to deal with the responsibilities and challenges facing project participants. Learners will be able to put theory into action.
Graduates from the course will leave CIAPS with a very clear understanding of project management practices and will be able to adjust when things do not go as planned. They will be able to effectively deal with change and uncertainty. Lastly, graduates will be able to recognise good leaders and will be able to incorporate leadership skills in their project management practices.
Learning Outcome
Upon completing th Certificate in Project Management course, students will understand project management comprehensively, from initiation to successful project completion. They will learn key leadership and stakeholder management skills, enabling them to guide teams effectively while ensuring all stakeholders are aligned with project goals. The course will also cover the preproject phase and the essential steps needed for project success, including initiation, planning, and communication.
Students will develop expertise in critical areas such as scope, time, cost, and risk management, allowing them to craft well-structured project plans. Additionally, they will learn how to monitor and control project execution to ensure objectives are met on time and within budget, while mastering the process of project closing to guarantee successful project delivery.
Course Content
- Introduction to Project Management
- Leadership and Stakeholder Management
- Preproject
- Project Success
- Project Initiating Process
- Project Planning and Process Overview
- Communications Planning
- Project Planning – Scope and Time
- Project Planning – Cost and Risk
- Project Closing
- Execution, Monitoring and Control
Where you can work
This course has been designed with the clear objective of training passionate, dedicated professionals who will be capable of managing and leading large and small projects.
At the end of this course, successful participants will be able to: initiate viable projects, manage a project life cycle from project initiation to project closure, create, coordinate, and monitor an efficient and dedicated team, and incorporate leadership skills in their project management practices. Time will be provided for practical application during each session.
Learning will include the logical flow of project activities, team simulations, and an introduction to processes and templates. Participants will apply knowledge on a team project and an individual project. Participants will present their individual project at the end of the course.
Depending on their experience and interests, graduates will leave the programme with the required competency and confidence to work in various kinds of industries:
- Business
- Health Care
- Information Technology
- Education
- Construction
We also strongly encourage and support graduates with the interest and ability to progress to become lecturers.
Attendance and Duration
Registration Fee
100
Tuition Fee
700
- You can register now and pay your Tuition fees later
- 30% Down Payment for tuition fee (spread the balance over the duration of the course)
- Installment payment plans are available for tuition fee.
- Registration Fee:
100 - Tuition fee:
700
Includes tuition, learning material, and ancillary facilities.
The CIAPS Advantage
Learn from the best
Our faculty are top professionals in the field.
Flexible study times
You can choose to have your classes on weekdays (Monday to Friday) or weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
Develop practical skills
During the programme, you will experience different areas of this field's roles and projects that help you build skills.
Career support
We have a team of competent and passionate professionals available to assist you with career guidance, CV preparations and registrations with international professional bodies.
Enabling learning environment and friendly staff
Learn and grow in a comfortable learning environment with great welfare services.
Earn an international certificate
CIAPS is an internationally recognised professional graduate school. Earning our certificate makes you competitive locally and globally.
Applicants for this course should have a first degree or equivalent (Bachelors, HND). Having a good grade is a major advantage. Applicants without such qualifications may apply, but their applications will be subject to a more complex process and they will be required to demonstrate their ability to successfully follow the programme.
In all cases, applicants will be tested by CIAPS through written assessments and verbal interviews. Applicants will be deemed successful only if they are judged to possess a good mix of:
- Imagination and creative thinking
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Ability and willingness to learn
- Sense of responsibility and ability to work in a team
- Resilience and stability
- Integrity and respect for others
*Applicants are highly advised to have access to a laptop or equivalent
Through PPP sessions, students develop projects as part of their learnings hence developing workplace skills.
International Learning
A fundamental part of learning at CIAPS relates to the exposure of learners to best practices. We strongly encourage our students to participate in international programmes which will enable them to gain a global perspective. This course is led by a USA based project management expert and will incorporate a worldview of project management through the use of case studies, journal articles, and project briefs.
