College of Management and IT (CMIT)

ILM Award (Project Management)

Accredited
Qualification under the NFQ.

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eLearning course with Tutor Support.

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Course Details

This ILM Project Management course provides existing managers (or those considering a career in management) with a comprehensive overview and knowledge of planning and implementing projects in the organisation. As part of this project management course, learners will also develop their management and leadership skills.

By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24×7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assessments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.

Who should complete this ILM Project Management course?
  • Business Project Managers: Suited for professionals managing business projects, as the demand for project management specialists is expected to grow by 7% from 2021 to 2031, mirroring the average growth rate for all occupations. This role benefits from the course’s focus on leadership and management skills, crucial in overseeing diverse business operations and ensuring project success​​​​.
  • IT Project Managers: Ideal for those managing IT projects, with an increasing need for project management specialists in computer systems design services, particularly to handle the complexity and volume of IT projects. The course equips learners with essential skills for managing technology-oriented projects, aligning with the growing demand in this sector​​.
  • Project Leaders: Suitable for individuals leading project teams, especially in environments where productivity improvement and efficient project execution are prioritised.
  • Aspiring Project Managers: For those starting a career in project management, this course provides foundational knowledge in a field where about 2.3 million people are needed annually to fill project management-oriented positions globally. It offers the essential skills and qualifications required in this rapidly expanding profession​​.
  • Those aspiring to complete the ILM Diploma in Management and Leadership: The course offers a pathway for progression and can be used as credit towards the ILM Diploma in Management and Leadership
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
  • Level 5 (Ireland) certificate or equivalent qualification and/or relevant life and work experiences.
  • As this is a Level 5 (UK)/Level 6 (Ireland) professional qualification, learners will be expected to reference their assignment work to a high academic standard.
  • Candidates must be fluent in English with excellent written English Skills to achieve the assessment criteria. Queries on the standard required can be directed to the college.
  • The assessments for this course draw on candidates own practical experience and as such candidates need to be working or have access to an organisation in which they can plan, execute and reflect on a number of management activities.
  • As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their initiative.
  • Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course.
  • For technical requirements required to access CMIT eLearning click here>
  • For more details on the suitability of this course click here>

 

How CMIT eLearning Works…
Topics covered in this ILM Project Management course
Unit 1: Assessing Your Leadership Capability and Performance
  • Management and Leadership
  • Theories of Management and Leadership
  • Personal Competencies: Delegation, Motivation, Influencing, Conflict Management, Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Professional Competencies: Developing and Coaching
  • Leadership Competencies: Initiative, Transparency, Inspiration, Change, Self-control and Adaptability
  • Management Development Options
  • Skills Audit and Development Plan

Unit 2: Managing Projects
  • Principles of Project Management
  • Projects in Organisations
  • Project Management Methodology
  • Project Management Tools and Techniques
  • The Project Initiation Document
  • The Project Plan
  • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  • Scheduling Effort
  • Scheduling Techniques
  • Resource and Budget Planning
  • Scope Planning, Verification and Change Control
  • Project Communications
  • Risk Management and Contingency Planning
  • Managing Staff and Suppliers
  • Project Monitoring
  • Cost Control
  • Schedule Control
  • Quality Control
  • Project Close-out
  • Personal Development Plan
Assessment
  • This course is assessed through a series of tutor-marked assignments.
  • All work submitted must be your work. There is no exam for this course.
  • As part of our quality assurance, learner assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an External Verifier.
Transfer and Progression to Further Studies
  • Learners who successfully complete this programme may build on the units achieved towards another recognised ILM qualification.
ILM Membership
  • All registered candidates automatically become studying members of the ILM for 6 months, free of charge, and can enjoy a range of member benefits.
Accreditation
  • CMIT is registered and approved with ILM to offer programmes leading to ILM qualifications.
  • UK: Following successful completion of this course, you will receive an ILM Award in Leadership and Management (Level 5 UK) from the Institute of Leadership and Management. This qualification is on the UK Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF).
  • Ireland: This qualification is fully recognised in Ireland and is comparable to an award at level 6 on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
  • Europe: This qualification is fully recognised as the equivalent of a Level 5 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).

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