CATEGORY: Occupational Qualifications

Project Manager

Course Access: Lifetime

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Course Overview

NQF Level 5

SAQA ID: 101869

Occupational Certificate

240 Credits

Duration: 18 Months

Course Purpose

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners to operate effectively as Project Managers. A Project Manager applies project management principles, tools, and techniques to achieve project objectives within a specific field of application.

A qualified learner will be able to:

✓ Initiate a project to address specific objectives.

✓ Plan and prepare for effective project delivery.

✓ Execute and control project activities in line with the project management plan.

✓ Manage the project close-out process, ensuring completion and evaluation of project outcomes.

Why this Course?

Project Managers play a critical role in leading and coordinating projects within companies, government entities, and development initiatives of all scales. The increasing demand for high-quality project management skills is highlighted in several key South African government strategic frameworks and policy documents.

Project Managers are needed across diverse sectors, including:

✓ Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

✓ Human Resources (HR)

✓ Advertising and Marketing

✓ Construction and Engineering

✓ Healthcare, Education, and Public Services