Certificate in Programme and Project Management
Course
Distance
Description
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Type
Course
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
Flexible
The qualification concentrates on the development of a clear understanding of the range of disciplines that underpin successful programme or project management and their practical application. In the context of personal development, it also provides a foundation for continuing professional and personal development in programme or project management. Suitable for: Managers responsible for programmes or projects, who wish to extend their skills and knowledge to embrace further programme and project management disciplines. Candidates wishing to take this qualification need to have experience or qualifications in management, programme or project management.
About this course
To study for this qualification you will need access to a computer, email and the Internet.
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Course programme
Overview
This qualification is the result of collaboration between the Chartered Management Institute and the APM Group to develop a progressive qualification for Programme and Project Management, which reflect the needs of people working in those disciplines, as well as promoting and supporting continued learning and development. The Certificate has been developed as an intermediate qualification that will provide a stepping stone to the Diploma.
Introduction
The qualification is designed to meet the needs of managers responsible for programmes or projects, who wish to extend their skills and knowledge to embrace further programme and project management disciplines. It is expected that candidates will already be working in a Programme or Project Management environment, although the qualification is also open to candidates wishing to build on their general management skills.
The qualification concentrates on the development of a clear understanding of the range of disciplines that underpin successful programme or project management and their practical application. In the context of personal development, it also provides a foundation for continuing professional and personal development in programme or project management.
By completing the Certificate, candidates will learn how to:
- Understand the main elements that need to be considered when operating in a programme or project environment
- Develop a focused and disciplined approach to planning, monitoring and controlling programmes or projects
Candidates have to complete TWO core units, and TWO units selected from a further seven units (depending on the pathway they wish to choose between, programme or project management).
Core Units (2 Units)
DPPM02 – Principles of programme and project management
and either
DPPM08 - Programme planning
or
DPPM10 - Project planning
Optional Units (2 Units)
DPPM03 – Risk management
DPPM04 - Quality management
DPPM05 - Change and configuration management
DPPM06 - Managing people
DPPM07 - Managing contracts
DPPM09 - Programme monitoring and control
DPPM11 - Project monitoring and control
Delivery:
Available as a distance learning programme, customised programme delivered for an employer or occasionally we deliver it as an open programme.
Timescales:
Guided Learning Hours*
Units
DPPM02 – Principles of programme and project management 25
DPPM03 – Risk management 15
DPPM04 - Quality management 15
DPPM05 - Change and configuration management 15
DPPM06 - Managing people 30
DPPM07 - Managing contracts 15
Units for Programme Management
DPPM08 - Programme planning 20
DPPM09 - Programme monitoring and control 40
Units for Project Management
DPPM10 - Project planning 30
DPPM11 - Project monitoring and control 30
*Total guided learning hours will depend on the optional units undertaken.
Venue:
Dependent on delivery method
Prior Learning:
Candidates wishing to take this qualification need to have experience or qualifications in management, programme or project management.
Exemptions:
A number of qualifications – including PRINCE2, APMP, PMIP, MOR, MSP and ISEB – provide partial exemption from a number of the units of this qualification. A maximum of two units can be claimed as exemptions through the accreditation of prior learning (APL) process. Normally, partial exemption will result in candidates being exempt from the study requirement of the unit. They will normally be required to provide evidence that the learning outcomes have been met, and will be required to produce a reflective statement confirming that their capability in that area is current.
The units achieved in the Certificate in Programme and Project Management are included in the full Diploma in Programme and Project Management and candidates can count these towards their qualification.
Qualifications Frameworks and Credit Transfer
Qualifications at this level:
- Recognise the ability to increase the depth of knowledge and understanding of an area of work or study to enable the formulation of solutions and responses to problems and situations
- Involve the demonstration of high levels of knowledge, a high level of work expertise in job role
- Are appropriate for people working as higher grade technicians, professionals or managers.
Qualifications at this level are at the same level as intermediate Higher Education qualifications such as Diplomas of Higher Education, Foundation and other degrees.
The qualification you will achieve on successful completion of this programme is the:
Certificate in Programme and Project Management
Our Commitment to You
- As a participant you will receive comprehensive learning materials, which if you are studying through distance learning includes workbooks, core text and additional support materials.
- You will be enrolled as a Student member of the CMI - Membership brings with it professional recognition and a wide range of support services that will aid your development as a manager throughout your working life.
- You will receive a guaranteed minimum number of hours support from us through various methods which may include phone, email, classroom, on-line. Additional support is available when required at a very reasonable rate.
- We are committed to your success and will endeavour to support you to achieve your goal.
Additional information
Certificate in Programme and Project Management