Occupational Certificate: Project Manager

NQF Level 05 - SAQA ID: 101869

This qualification equips learners to function as Project Managers, applying project management principles to achieve objectives across various sectors. Learners will develop the knowledge, practical skills, and workplace experience necessary to plan, execute, control, and close projects successfully.

Project Managers are essential in fields such as Construction, ICT, Human Resources, Marketing, and more. This qualification establishes a competency framework aligned with South African needs and international standards, supporting improved service delivery and economic growth.

Course Overview

A qualified Project Manager will be able to:

Initiate a project to address specific objectives.
Plan and prepare project delivery, including scope, time, cost, quality, and resources.
Execute and control project activities according to the project management plan.
Manage project close-out processes and report outcomes.

This qualification develops learners into competent Project Managers capable of handling projects independently and across diverse sectors.

Course Overview

Duration

The full qualification is achieved through a combination of classroom, practical, and workplace learning. Individual modules can be delivered in sessions scheduled according to learner needs, typically spread over several weeks to accommodate practical work experience requirements.

Delivery Method

The course can be delivered virtually or on-site at your organisation by professional facilitators. Accredited providers may also provide work-based learning to meet the practical and work experience requirements.

Who Is This Course For?

Aspiring Project Managers seeking formal qualification.
Current staff involved in project coordination or management.
Individuals pursuing careers in project-based industries such as ICT, construction, marketing, and public administration.

Prerequisites

NQF Level 4 with Mathematical Literacy and Communication
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be applied for learners with relevant work experience or prior training.

Cost

R38 000.00 Per Learner

Course Content

Knowledge Modules (Total Credits: 80)
KM-01: Introductory Studies for Project Managers, Level 5 – 4 credits
KM-02: Project Integration Management, Level 5 – 4 credits
KM-03: Project Scope Management, Level 5 – 8 credits
KM-04: Project Time Management, Level 5 – 8 credits
KM-05: Project Cost Management, Level 5 – 8 credits
KM-06: Project Quality Management, Level 5 – 8 credits
KM-07: Project Human Resource Management, Level 5 – 8 credits
KM-08: Project Communications Management, Level 5 – 8 credits
KM-09: Project Risk Management, Level 5 – 8 credits
KM-10: Project Procurement Management, Level 5 – 8 credits
KM-11: Project Stakeholder Management, Level 5 – 8 credits

Practical Skills Modules (Total Credits: 100)
PM-01: Initiate a Project, Level 5 – 4 credits
PM-02: Plan and Develop Project Management Approach and Scope Statement, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-03: Plan Project Timeline and Schedule, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-04: Plan and Project the Cost of a Project, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-05: Plan Project Management Systems, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-06: Monitor and Control Project Scope, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-07: Control Project Delivery Schedules and Costs, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-08: Control Project Quality, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-09: Manage and Control Project Human Resources, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-10: Conduct and Control Project Communication and Stakeholder Interaction, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-11: Manage and Control Project Risks, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-12: Manage and Control Project Procurement Activities, Level 5 – 8 credits
PM-13: Manage and Control Project Close-Out Activities, Level 5 – 8 credits

Work Experience Modules (Total Credits: 60)
WM-01: Attend to Project Initiation Management Processes, Level 5 – 10 credits
WM-02: Attend to Project Planning Processes, Level 5 – 20 credits
WM-03: Attend to Project Execution and Control Processes, Level 5 – 20 credits
WM-04: Attend to Project Close-Out Processes, Level 5 – 10 credits