Advanced Diploma in Project Management

             
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  Course Aims & Objectives  
  Core Subjects (6)  
  1. Computers & Project Management  
  2. Managing Work & Costs  
  3. Nature & Organisation of Project
Management
 
  4. Project Management Planning & Scheduling  
  5. Purchasing & Materials Project Management  
  6. The Financial & Commercial
Framework
 



 

About the Course

To build a successful career in project management, it is essential that individuals achieve a recognised project management advanced diploma qualification. The current economic downturn will mean that only the most qualified project industry professionals will satisfy the demands of employers.

The Project Management Advanced Diploma is the only known course of its kind that has double recognition. The course is registered and approved by the world leading, PMI, Project Management Institute (USA) and is accredited also by the ICM, Institute of Commercial Management (UK). Students completing the course will receive an Advanced Diploma in Project from ICM (UK). It is open to people with no experience in Project management.

Unlike standard PM courses from other colleges, this course is the most comprehensive, offering 6 different modules covering various aspects of PM, making sure you have a well rounded view of Project Management.

Course Aims & Objectives

The aim of the Project Management Advanced Diploma course is to help you appreciate project management & its key competencies, understand the importance of the planning process, acquire techniques for estimating durations and project schedules, allocation of resources, cost management & control, risk and response strategies.

This project management advanced diploma course will introduce you to a wide range of project management tools and techniques to help you deal with increasingly complex projects. The Project Management advanced diploma course is awarded  by the Institute of Commercial Management and is internationally recognised, by the PMI – Project Management Institute for 72 PDU credits.

Learning Outcomes

Students will learn how to instantly recognise and apply Project management tools and principles to project processes.  You will also recognise different standards in project management practices which will help you make informed decisions according to best practice.

Advanced Diploma in Project Management - Core Subjects

There are 6 core modules to study;

  1. Computers & Project Management 
  2. Project Management Managing Work & Costs
  3. Nature & Organisation of Project Management
  4. Project Management Planning & Scheduling
  5. Purchasing & Materials Project Management
  6. The Financial & Commercial Framework

 

AWARDS & CREDITS
Advanced Diploma in Project Management – Award Body: ICM - International Award
72 PDU Credits from PMI

Why chose CMI?

  1. The Advanced Diploma in Project Management is awarded by the ICM – Institute of Commercial Management and is internationally recognised by ICM and PMI.
  2. CMI is a PMI® Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.), Provider No. 2788, and is authorised to deliver PMI courses to assist the ongoing development of your project management skills and qualifications.
  3. CMI brings over 50 years of combined project management experience from its panel of qualified industry professionals representing national and multi-national firms.
  4. The Advanced Diploma in Project Management offers 72 PDU’s and allows a Certified CAPM® or PMP® to meet the required 60 PDU’s every three years.
  5. Graduates of this programme gain automatic entry into the PMI Project Management Certification course.
  6. Course centrally located off Dame Street, Dublin 2

Booking

All course fees are payable in advance unless you are unemployed or work part-time in which case a two payment installment plan is offered. See Terms & Conditions on Book a Course part of CMI website. Please note places are limited and tend to book quickly. Evening class plus Saturday class option. To book, simply log on to the Book a Course  part of CMI’s website and submit your details by the deadline date.

Course Eligibility

Individuals with no prior project management experience can apply. This course is open to people from any educational background and with various levels of work experience. If you are anxious about your eligibility, please contact CMI and a representative will be more than happy to assist you in making the right choice.

Course Cost & Duration

The duration of the course is 20 weeks and is held in Dublin city centre . The course costs 1,650euro and exam fees are 300 euro extra. Total cost is 1,950euro.

Scheduled Dates 2010/2011

Start: Wednesday 4 February 2010, TIMES: 18.30 - 21.30, 20wks. End: July  2010
Exams:  April & July 2010

Start: Saturday 30 January 2010, TIMES: 10.00 - 13.00., 20 wks 
Exams:  April & July 2010     End: July  2010

  

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY:

' I made sure to check what colleges offered Project Management and when I reviewed the Advanced Diploma In Project Management offered by CMI.  The course appeared to be the most comprehensive.  I wasn't dissapointed and lecturers covered every aspect of Project Mgmt in the 6 subjects. Also the course is well recognised which was important for my employer'.

Michael Leavey

'I enjoyed the lecturers. They made it easy to understand and grasp the various aspects of Project Management some of which can get complex. This course was recommended by a friend and I would definitely advise anyone interested in gaining a good Project Management qualification to start with CMI.'

Owen Ryan

'I got a job in Project Management as a result of this course. It was a great feeling to know that all the hard work of completing assignments and exams really paid off. The course at CMI definitely helped me answer difficult questions during the interview and was a major factor in getting me the job.'

Eileen Waldron

Want more information?

Further Project Management courses:

CMI Project Management PMP/CAPM Cert Course

Related Links:
ICM – Institute of Commercial Management
PMI - Project Management Institute
Project Managers Homepage
PM World To-day

 

 

 

 
 
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