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Diploma in Project Management Level 4
The Level 4 Professional Diploma in Project Management is a UK accredited internationally recognised programme that is designed to enable project team members and team leaders of single and multiple workplace projects to perform their role more thoughtfully and more effectively. The project management training covered by the content is also suitable for Owner Managers and Consultants who wish to increase their knowledge in this area.
In addition, the design of the Level 4 Diploma means that the course also provides a sound basis for managers who wish to develop further and take higher level management and business programmes, such as the Level 6 Diploma in Projects Management, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, Marketing, or Quality.
Accreditation
Our Level 4 Professional Diploma in Project Management is accredited by Edexcel, the leading UK Government National Accreditation Body. Edexcel accreditation is recognised internationally and its qualifications are accepted by employers and higher education establishments throughout the world, and by professional associations such as the PMI and APM.
Entry Requirements
Students must:
- be over 18 years of age
- have at least 1 year of work experience.
Start Date
Every Monday, except UK Bank Holidays.
Duration
10 to 12 months.
Content
A course comprises 7 mandatory modules.
Module 1: Managing Professional Development Activities
Assessing Needs and Planning Development Activities
Module 2: Overview of Project Management
Project Management Best Practice; Definitions;
Why Project Management is Essential;
The Demand for Project Management;
Qualities and Competencies of a Project Manager
Module 3: Project Structures and Life Cycle
Defining and Categorising Projects;
The Life Cycle of the Project;
Overview of Prince Project Methodology;
The Lean and Mean Approach
Module 4: Feasibility and Risk in Projects
Testing and Assessing the Feasibility of the Project;
Assessing and Managing Risk
Module 5: Working with and Leading People (Project Teams)
Managing the Project Team Members;
Managing Creativity and Conflict;
Internal and External Roles and Responsibilities;
Managing Relationships
Module 6: The Project Closure Stage
Planning and Activating the Closure Point;
A Project Closure Templates
Module 7: Managing Projects: Research, Development, Proposal, Implementation
Individual Report - Planning the implementation of a project
All 7 modules must be successfully completed to gain the award.
Assessment Requirements
- Module 1 - Professional Development Activities
- Modules 2 to 7 - One Research or Work-based Assignment
- Modules 8 - Research Project and Presentation
- Professional Development activities maintained throughout the course
Tutor Support
Following registration, you will be allocated a UK-based tutor, who will be available by telephone, fax, and email to discuss your coursework and give advice and guidance on assignments.
Study Time
Module 1: 50 hours spread over duration of course
Modules 2 to 7: 40 - 50 hours per module
Background Reading and Research: 2 hours average per week
Study Fees
£1750 GBP
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