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Advanced Diploma in Project Management Online Distance Learning Course
About the Course
The Level 6 Advanced Professional Diploma in Project Management is a UK accredited and internationally recognised programme that is designed for those who are involved in, or aspiring to, project management at project manager or key specialist level, and who wish to be recognised as an expert in this field.
The programme is also an ideal preparation course for professional managers and specialists seeking to move on to a Masters Level qualification, in Project Management, Quality Management, or Strategic Management.
Accreditation Body
Our Level 6 Advanced 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 25 years of age
- have at least 2 years of project team experience
- Have at least 3 years of middle to senior management experience
- Possess a recognised Management or Professional qualification
or have experience of project management, and be
- a middle or senior manager with over 5 years of experience, without any formal qualifications
- an Owner Manager wishing to develop and grow their organisation
- a Consultant with corporate clients.
Start Date
Every Monday, except UK Bank Holidays.
Duration
10 to 12 months.
Content
The course comprises 8 mandatory units.
Unit 1: Advanced Professional Development
Assessing Needs and Planning Professional Development
Unit 2: Contracts and Procurement for Projects
Political Influence and Conflict;
Tendering and Bidding Process;
Contract Details and Styles; Procurement Best Practice
Unit 3: Planning and Scheduling Project Activity
Planning Work Activity and Outcomes; Cost Accurately; Project Scheduling Techniques;
Activity Planning Methods; Resource Analysis and Planning; Network Node Exercise
Unit 4: Winning Teams (focus on Project Teams)
Characteristics of Teams; Methods of Team Development; Monitoring and Evaluating Team Performance
Unit 5: Implementation, Monitoring, and Control of Project Activity
Implementing the Plan;
Communication Tool and Techniques;
Monitoring Activity and Outcome Progress;
Controlling Costs; Change Management
Unit 6: Review and Evaluation of Project Performance
Review and Evaluation of Financial Criteria and
Non-Financial Criteria
Unit 7: Leadership (focus on Leading Projects)
The impact of different leadership attributes and skills on the project;
Current theories, models and principles of leadership;
Developing leadership skills for specific situations
Unit 8: Management Research - Project and Presentation
Research project - Planning the development of a new product, service or process and presenting proposals
All 8 units must be successfully completed to gain the award.
Assessment Requirements
- Unit 1 - Personal Development Activities
- Units 2 to 7 - One Research or Work-based Assignment
- Unit 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.
Course Delivery
The course is a self study course. It is delivered via an online Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) called Moodle. Please contact us if you require any further information.
Study Time
Unit 1: 40 hours spread over duration of course
Units 2 to 8: 40 - 50 hours per module
Background Reading and Research: 2 hours average per week
Study Fees
£1950 GBP, plus £116.76 GBP Edexcel Registration Fee.
Contact us to discuss paying in instalments.
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