This programme builds on the Certificate in Project Management. It covers additional critical skills areas, including procurement, resource management, quality management, and managing multiple projects. It also addresses methodologies, frameworks (including PRINCE 2, Agile and the PMBOK) and technologies designed to support the project manager. The programme has been designed to help students working as project managers and/or members of a project team within a public sector context. While employing the body of knowledge of the profession, the course is highly tailored to address the unique issues and challenges faced by public sector project managers and team members.
Professional Diploma in Project Management
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Delivery Method
This part-time programme is delivered through a blended learning model. Students attend classroom-based seminars and online webinars. They are supported in their studies by various online resources and bespoke course material.
Entry Requirements
Certificate in Project Management or equivalent or direct project experience.
Duration
One academic year
Accreditation
Place on NFQ
Level 8 (Special Purpose award)
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Commences
October 2022
Application Deadline
September 2022
Please note that this course is now fully subscribed and we are no longer accepting applications.
Fees
€3,100 (includes all matriculation and examination fees), payable in two instalments.
Note: Fees may increase slightly from year to year. Where this occurs, students will be charged the increased fee.
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- The Programme
This programme builds on the Certificate in Project Management. It covers additional critical skills areas, including procurement, resource management, quality management, and managing multiple projects. It also addresses methodologies, frameworks (including PRINCE 2, Agile and the PMBOK) and technologies designed to support the project manager. The programme has been designed to help students working as project managers and/or members of a project team within a public sector context. While employing the body of knowledge of the profession, the course is highly tailored to address the unique issues and challenges faced by public sector project managers and team members.
- Is This Programme for you?
This Diploma is ideally suited to:
- Those who have completed the Certificate in Project Management or who can demonstrate an equivalent level of competence
- Those who are spending, or are likely to spend, a significant proportion of their time undertaking project work
- Those who are interested in enhancing their abilities in hands-on project management
- Subjects
Successful Project Delivery
Project Management Context
- Systems Thinking
- Strategy, Business Case and Appraisal
- Requirements Management and Facilitation Skills
Initiation and Project Delivery
- Project Initiation
- Project Planning
- Monitoring and Control
- Benefits Management
Frameworks and Methodologies
Project Management Tools and Techniques
Organisations and Projects
- Organisation Cultre
- Organisation Structure
- Organisation Change
- Organisation Maturity
Managing People and Teams
- Team Development
- Project and Personnel Communication
- Managing Risk
Project Leadeship and Knowledge
- Quality and Procurement Management
- Role of Project Manager
- Project Leadership
- Assessment
Assessment is continuous throughout the programme and consists of a personal project, assignments and written examinations.
- Other Information
- Seminar Dates
Semester One
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Semester Two
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Exam: Thursday, TBC
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Programme Delivery and Application Form
IPA programmes are part time and generally delivered through a blended learning model. Students attend classroom-based seminars and online webinars and are supported in their studies by a wide range of course material. Full details on how a particular programme is delivered, including timetables, are provided on registration.
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