Project Management (Level 3)

Our exciting Project Management (PM) course offers students the opportunity to learn and understand the techniques and processes they need to successfully manage projects. It not only benefits existing project managers, or those interested in becoming one, but has the potential to help anyone involved in business.

The Level 3 Project Management course from Cambridge Open College is the perfect vehicle to do just that, and you can soon learn what you need from it. The course results, on successful completion, in an Endorsed Qualification awarded under Focus Awards’ FQP (Focus on Quality Provision) Scheme.

The PM course covers a wide range of areas within the field of project management, including how to design, develop and deliver projects within your organisation. The skills acquired as a result of this course such as planning, management, and communication are highly transferable to a wide range of employment opportunities. It gives graduates the potential to follow a variety of career paths.

COURSE OVERVIEW

The objective of this course is to give you an overall understanding of the mechanisms, techniques and processes commonly used to manage projects. Often considered a frightening concept, this course provides a solid foundation on which to build, either through further study or by moving into a career in project management.

While the subject itself is expansive, we have sought to make the content as digestible as possible for you by breaking it down into separate sections. These not only consider the practicalities involved in project management, but also the fascinating history of the practice.

Other important aspects such as stakeholder and client relationships, budgetary and financial matters are thoroughly addressed. Study makes you aware of all of the possible constraints and likely risks involved and teaches you how to evaluate the success of a project.

In addition, the course provides hands on practical advice to take into the real world. Crucially, you learn how to apply the eight key principles of Project Management; the course gives you 12 easy-to-use planning tools and 20 ways to keep projects on track.

Paired with our FREE employment tools, such as expert advice and CV appraisal, you’ll soon be well on your way to skilfully managing your next project!

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

While a reasonable level of literacy is required, there are no formal restrictions. It is, however, essential that you have a keen interest in the subject of Project Management.

There is little incentive for students to complete the course if they are not enjoying the content. We ask that you come to the course prepared to do your own research.

To make the learning process as straightforward as possible for you, we provide all course materials alongside an exhaustive study guide. You also have the support of your tutor throughout your studies, should you encounter any problems along the way.