Entry requirements

In order to satisfy the Academic Entry Route requirements for our PG Cert Project Management you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:

  • An undergraduate degree from an approved institution equivalent to a UK Honours degree or a relevant professional qualification.

In order to satisfy the Work Experience Entry Route requirements for our PG Cert Project Management course you must meet the following criteria as a minimum:

  • At least 5 years’ senior level work experience.

Months of entry

July, October

Course content

Get to grips with the fundamentals of project management with this short postgraduate course, that delves into the essential project management techniques needed to succeed in this career.

You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the complexities of modern business, and how having the ability to manage your resources effectively despite time and cost constraints can help you succeed in a constantly changing commercial environment. As well as developing your interpersonal and research skills, you will obtain knowledge on key topics such as:

  • project management frameworks, methodology and techniques
  • the emerging role of management in managing projects
  • general management and organisational theory and processes

If you find the course beneficial, you can choose to continue your studies after you complete the course by progressing onto our PG Dip or full Masters in project management.

Fees and funding

UK students
£4,056
International students
£4,143

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PGCert
    part time
    8 months
    • Online learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Enquiries Team
Email
enquiries@online.essex.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0) 1206 489 358