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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.
This programme is designed for newcomers to project management who wish to gain a complete view of Project Management. Suited to aspiring project managers, business executives and team leaders, the Project Management Advanced Diploma is the only known course of its kind that has double recognition. Unlike standard PM courses from other colleges, this course is the most comprehensive, offering 6 different modules covering very important areas of Project Management.
The course will introduce you to a wide range of project management tools and techniques to help you deal with a range of simple to complex projects and ensures that you have a well rounded view of Project Management. Individual modules include: Planning & Scheduling, Nature of PM, Computers & PM, Financial & Commercial Framework, Managing works and costs, Purchasing & Materials Mgmt.
The new Computers & PM section now includes training on basics of MS Office Project. Microsoft Project (or MSP) is a project management software program designed to assist project managers in developing plans, assigning resources to tasks, apply critical path schedules, track progress, managing budgets and analysing workloads. This is the practical applied part of the course that offers added value to students.The Computer section is greatly beneficial to those ready to implement what they learn in the workplace.
CMI is a Registered Education Provider (REP) of the Project Management Institute (USA) and the Advanced Diploma in Project Management has been approved by the PMI for up to 72 Professional development Units (PDU’s). PDU credits are essential for students of this course who will become members of the PMI and want to maintain their membership. The Project Management Advanced Diploma is internationally recognised and awarded by the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM) in the UK. This is a genuine award which receives 72 PDU’s from the PMI® – Project Management Institute.
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.
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;
- Computers & Project Management
- Project Management Managing Work & Costs
- Nature & Organisation of Project Management
- Project Management Planning & Scheduling
- Purchasing & Materials Project Management
- The Financial & Commercial Framework
AWARDS & CREDITS
Advanced Diploma in Project Management – Award Body: ICM - International Award
72 PDU Credits from PMI
Why chose CMI?
- The Advanced Diploma in Project Management is awarded by the ICM – Institute of Commercial Management and is internationally recognised by ICM and PMI.
- 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.
- CMI brings over 50 years of combined project management experience from its panel of qualified industry professionals representing national and multi-national firms.
- 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.
- Graduates of this programme gain automatic entry into the PMI Project Management Certification course.
- 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 1,750euro and exam fees are 350 euro extra. Total cost is 2,100euro. There is a Wednesday evening and Saturday morning class option.
Scheduled Dates 2010/2011
Start: Wednesday 6 October 2010, TIMES: 18.30 - 21.30, 20wks. End: April 2011
Exams: January & April 2011
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Start: Saturday 9 October 2010, TIMES: 10.00 - 13.00., 20 wks
Exams: January & April 2011 End of course: April 2011
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 seemed the best. 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
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