Certificate in Practical Project Management Level 2

Overview:

Would you like to achieve an excellent online accredited UK qualification, which will demonstrate a high level of skill and knowledge? Look no further than this fantastic Practical Project Management course.

Project Management has become necessary in every industry, so if you’re someone who enjoys working in a team, and would like a role with plenty of room for progression, this Practical Project Management online course is for you. To become a successful Project Manager, you’ll need to master the practical skills and specific knowledge you will need, which is exactly what this online Project Management course will teach you. Develop the ability to plan a project, set goals, understand the project life cycle, and pick up excellent project techniques.

Learning with Global Edulink has many advantages. The course material is delivered straight to you, and can be adapted to fit in with your lifestyle. It is created by experts within the industry, meaning you are receiving accurate information, which is up-to-date and easy to understand.

This course is comprised of professionally narrated e-Learning modules, interactive quizzes, tests and exams. All delivered through a system that you will have access to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 365 days (12 months). An effective support service and study materials will build your confidence to secure your qualification.

Course Objectives

• Establish yourself as an advanced digital strategist with a Professional Diploma in Digital Strategy and Planning
• This course enables you to develop, implement and manage advanced digital strategies that stand up to the scrutiny of boardroom level decision making
• Gain a full understanding of the theory and practical application of digital strategy
• This course allows you to implement a powerful marketing mix that sustains customer engagement and increases sales

Course Benefits

• Gain an accredited UK qualification
• Access to excellent quality video tutorials
• Learners will be eligible for TOTUM Discount Card
• Excellent tutor support Monday-Friday
• One year’s access to the course
• Support by phone, live chat, and email
• Join a friendly online learning platform

Course Units

• Module 01: Project Management Fundamentals: Know the Principles and Get it Right
• Module 02: Project Definition Stage: The Vital Foundation to Your Success
• Module 03: Project Planning Stage: Falling to Plan = Planning to Fall
• Module 04: Project Delivery Stage: Don’t you Love It When a Plan Comes Together
• Module 05: Project Closure Stage: Deep Sigh – You’re Nearly Done

Method of Assessment
At the end of the course learners will also take an online multiple choice questions assessment test. This online multiple choice questions test is marked automatically so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course.

Certification

Successful learners will be awarded a Practical Project Management certificate.
Entry Requirements Learners should be age 16 or over, and must have a basic understanding of Maths, English, and ICT.

Progression and Career Path

Upon successful completion of this Practical Project Management online course, you will be able to demonstrate desirable skills, which will help you gain employment:
IT Project Manager (average UK yearly salary according to payscale.com: £42,930)
General Project Manager (average UK yearly salary according to payscale.com: £37,544)
Engineering Project Manager (average UK yearly salary according to payscale.com: £43,112)
Operations Project Manager (average UK yearly salary according to payscale.com: £36,072)
Technical Project Manager (average UK yearly salary according to payscale.com: £40,841)

About the Instructor
Dr Mike Clayton is a business trainer, author and speaker. Since 2002, he has been helping professionals, managers and leaders to excel in their roles with management, leadership, and personal effectiveness training. Mike has written over a dozen books for major publishers like Wiley, Macmillan and Pearson, including: Powerhouse, How to Manage a Great Project, How to Speak so People Listen, Brilliant Time Management, and The Influence Agenda. Mike’s professional background is 12 years as a project management professional with the London office of international management consultancy Deloitte. Prior to that, Mike had an academic career in Physics, working at the world renowned Schuster Laboratory of The University of Manchester.

Course Curriculum

Project Management Fundamentals: Know the Principles and Get it Right
What is a Project?
The Four Stage Project Lifecycle
Project Stages and Boundaries
One Reason why Projects go wrong
Terminology used In the Project Stages
More on Project Gateways / Stage Gates
Project Definition Stage: The Vital Foundation to Your Success
Define your Project: Goals and Objectives
Understanding Project Scope
Dealing with Scope Creep
Project Definition: Summary
Project Planning Stage: Falling to Plan = Planning to Fall
The Book of the Plan
The Stakeholder Engagement Process
Stakeholder Analysis
Milestones are your Best Friends
The Work Breakdown Structure
The Gantt Chart
Tools for Creating a Gantt Chart
The Linear Responsibility Chart (LRC) aka The RACI Chart
The Risk Management Process
Risk Analysis
The Six Strategies for Managing Risks
The Risk Register (or Risk log)
Project Delivery Stage: Don’t you Love it When a Plan Comes Together
The Four Essentials of Leading your Team
Project Delivery – The Three Key Cycles
Project Closure Stage: Deep Sigh – You’re Nearly Done
Closing your Project in an Orderly Manner
Closing Words