AIENational Diploma: Project Management NQF5

Duration: Full Time   • 12 months, 120 credits (10 Sessions/Week, 2:00 hours each, +- 2 ½ day/week, class times are between 08:30 & 16:00) *24 months if you have not completed your National Certificate: Project Management NQF4 • All credits are achieved via your study duration at the academy, studio time and project based assignments. 

*Sessions will be grouped together to lower cost of traveling, however, in some cases classes may not follow this convention and schedules are subject to change. 

Online & Part Time   • Part Time = 12 months, 120 credits (2 x evening classes, 18:00 to 21:00, Mon & Wed OR Tues & Thur)*24 months if you have not completed your National Certificate: Project Management NQF4  • Online = 12 Months, 120 credits (Online live classes, twice/week, 17:00 - 18:00, Mon & Wed OR Tues & Thurs) *24 months if you have not completed your National Certificate: Project Management NQF4 • Credits are obtained through a combina tion of live virtual classes, pre-recorded video lectures and project based tasks. 

OverviewProject management is high in demand in variety of industries and so is the need of project manag-ers. Organizations today face fierce competitions and tight budgets. They need to combat global challenges. In response organizations need structured approach to plan, organize, control and manage their resources (& internal capabilities) to deliver timely and in budget results. The purpose of this programme is to address the project and general threshold competence required to manage simple to complex projects in a variety of industries, equipped with industry tools. This programme is based on the Project Management Institute’s (PMI ®) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK ®), integrated into its curriculum and aligned to the SAQA qualification. At the end of the programme you will also write your PRINCE2 Foundational certification. For individ-uals, PRINCE2 certification is an invaluable asset to your career as it increases employment prospects and helps you do your job more effectively. This is true for any job function. A 2016 AXELOS survey questioned individuals in project management and other roles, such as IT, senior management and operations. They reported that "regardless of function, candidates do find that PRINCE2 is valuable to their career" (pg. 22).

Admission Requirements • National Certificate: Project Management NQF 4, SAQA ID: 50080

Mode of Delievery Full Time / Part Time / Online

What you get This qualification is designed to provide the student with multiple certificates and qualifications, both locally and internationally recognised by industry for maximum employability 

• National Diploma: Project Management, (NQF 5 – SAQA ID: 58309) • Software Certificates: Microsoft Word Advanced, Excel Advanced and Project Advanced. • Specialized Certificates: PRINCE2 Foundational Certificate (Upon successful completion of the certification) • (NQF 5 - SAQA ID: 58309)

Features and Benefits• The demand for project managers is high. The Project Management Institute (PMI)® expects to see 22 million new project management job openings through 2027. • In demand skills within the project management industry with local international content and recognition was added to improve job readiness such as the PRINCE2 certification , Microsoft Office Project, Word, Excel and more via our sister company Learnfast.

• This qualification is also of value to learners running their own business, as project management is an integral component of any business system. • Get exposure to guest lecturers from relevant external companies and organizations both on campus and online.   • Through our myWay learning methodology, a unique and modern approach to blended learning we deliver our programmes via fflexible study method options including class based sessions and blended learning for online student.    • For online students, we ensure that you are supported by technology and people throughout your academic journey. We focus on a blended learning approach, combining online Virtual Classrooms, at home exercises, activities and project-based assignments bundled with fully developed video lectures, all managed by our student learning platform. 

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Career Options

This qualification is for learners who are already working in the fields below or who would like to move into the careers below:

• Project Manager• Senior Project Manager• Project Management Specialist• Construction Project Manager• Project Management Consultant

Regulatory InformationThis programme is delivered via the Academic Institute of Excellence subsidiary Learnfast Training Solutions. Learnfast is accredited to provide training for unit standards and/or qualifications registered on the NQF and allocated to Services SETA Quality Assurance Management Division (SETQAA) for quality assurance purposes with accreditation number 12611 Learnfast Training Solutions (PTY) Ltd is roved as a Registered Education Provider (REP) with PMI for the period 01 April 2018 to 31 March 2019. AIE (Academic Institute of Excellence) has been granted provisional registration as a private college in terms of Section 31(3) of the CET Act and Regulation 12(4), with registration number 2018/FE07/003 for a period of three years

Salaries & SkillsSALARIES (ANNUAL)

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Project Manager R159,489 - R768,744

Senior Project Manager R462,640 - R1,057,204

Project Management Specialist R490,000 - R979,340

Project Manager £24,648 - £59,569

Senior Project Manager £42,644 - £80,169

Project Management Specialist £22,256 - £66,204

Study Kit

Your study kit is included in your fees and will contain: 

  

• Free WIFI (Unlimited, On Campus only).  • Electronic study guides.  • Printed textbooks guides on selective modules.   • Electronic SMART manuals from Microsoft on selected modules.  • Orientation kit including: Student Card, Welcome Letter and Getting Started Guide.  • Access to our myAcademy student portal and student support team via phone, email and tickets.  

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Curriculum

Subj

ect 1

Manage Project Plan

• Develop a preliminary project scope statement for a simple to moderately complex project • Develop a project cost management plan for a simple to moderately complex project • Develop a project quality management plan for a simple to moderately complex project

Subj

ect 5

Manage Project Progress (US 243814, 243821)

• Establish a project or project phase and its processes for a simple to moderately complex project • Manage the procurement process for a simple to moderately complex project

Manage Interpersonal Relationships (US 15230, 114226, 15096

• Monitor team members and measure effectiveness of performance • Interpret and manage conflicts within the workplace • Demonstrate an understanding of stress in order to apply strategies to achieve optimal stress levels in personal and work situations

Subj

ect 2

Manage Stakeholder Relationships (US 243815, 243818, 242655, 15233, 15238)

• Manage stakeholder relations on a project • Negotiate agreements in simple to moderately complex situations • Demonstrate knowledge and application of ethical conduct in a business environment

Subj

ect 3

Manage team performance (US 120380, 15237, 15231, 15223, 116928, 12140)

• Evaluate and improve the project team's performance • Build teams to meet set goals and objectives • Create and use a range of resources to effectively manage teams, sections, departments or divisions

Subj

ect 4

Manage Project Risk (US 243817, 15225, 116921, 114274)

• Develop a project risk management plan for a simple to moderately complex project • Identify and interpret related legislation and its impact on the team, department or division and ensure compliance • Apply the principles of Employment •

Subj

ect 6

Manage project transitions (US 243819, 243812, 115407, 114599)

• Coordinate the closure of a simple to moderately complex project • Monitor and control the execution of the project management plan for a simple to moderately complex project • Apply the principles of change management in the workplace

Subj

ect 7

Manage project communication (US115792, 115817, 12433, 243822)

• Access, process, adapt and use data from a wide range of texts • Provide and respond to feedback • Use communication techniques effectively

Subj

ect 8