Project Manager – NQF Level 5
QCTO LEarnership
Course overview
The Occupational Certificate: Project Manager equips learners with the knowledge, practical skills, andwork experience required to effectively manage projects across various sectors. This qualification prepares learners to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Project management is recognized as a critical skill for driving service delivery, economic growth, and operational efficiency in South Africa and internationally. The qualification is designed in accordance with South African contexts and closely benchmarked against international standards, including PMBOK® (Project Management Body of Knowledge) and PRINCE2® methodologies, making it globally relevant.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme, learners will be able to:
A Qualified Learner Will Be Able To:
Entry Requirements
This qualification is aligned with internationally recognized project management standards:
1. PMBOK® Guide (Project Management Body of Knowledge)
- Provides a globally recognized framework of integrated processes and best practices.
- Recognizes 10 key knowledge areas: Integration, Scope, Time, Cost, Quality, Human Resources, Communication, Risk, Procurement, and Stakeholder Management.
2. PRINCE2® (Projects in Controlled Environments)
- A widely accepted project management methodology applicable to various industries.
- Defines seven key processes: Starting up, Initiating, Directing, Controlling a Stage, Managing Stage Boundaries, Managing Product Delivery, and Closing a Project.
The qualification ensures learners are competent in project management practices aligned with both PMBOK and PRINCE2 global standards.
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Work Experience Module:
Potential Career Opportunities
Graduates of this qualification can pursue roles such as:
Learning Options
- Full-time classroom-based training through accredited providers.
- Part-time or workplace-based learning integrated with practical experience.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for experienced practitioners.
- Integrated assessment includes both formative internal evaluation and an external summative assessment aligned with QCTO standards.
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