Occupational Certificate: Project Manager,

Level 5, 240 credits

SAQA Registration nr. 101869 / Learnership Registration nr. 32Q320065282405
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How you will learn:

This course follows a Blended Learning approach over an 18-month period, combining theoretical knowledge, practical application, and structured workplace experience to ensure deep learning and job readiness.


💡 Learning Approach:

Blended learning with flexible online access and expert-led sessions


📚 Knowledge Component:

800 notional hours focused on project management principles, tools, and frameworks across sectors


🛠️ Practical Skills Development:

1,000 notional hours applying project management techniques across all project phases


🔧 Workplace Experience:

600 notional hours completing work-integrated project tasks and documentation


⏱️ Programme Duration:

Complete your qualification in approximately 18 months


📄 Certification Outcome:

Receive a Statement of Results granting access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA), issued by the QCTO


What this course will enable you to do - Your learning Outcomes

This qualification equips learners with the knowledge and practical competence required to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close projects across various industries. Learners will be able to manage project objectives, timelines, resources, risks, and stakeholder expectations using recognised project management methodologies.

Upon completion, learners will be able to apply project management principles and tools in real-world contexts, enabling them to drive projects from conception through to completion while ensuring quality, compliance, and performance.

Learners will be prepared to function confidently in diverse environments, including IT, HR, marketing, engineering, construction, and public sector projects — contributing meaningfully to strategic goals and operational excellence.

This qualification lays the foundation for further development and specialisation in the field of project management and supports career progression in supervisory and leadership roles.

Modules - What you will learn

1.  Introduction to Project Management
Gain an overview of project management principles, roles, and the project life cycle.

2.  Initiate a Project
Learn how to define project objectives, identify stakeholders, and establish scope and feasibility.

3.  Plan and Prepare the Delivery
Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies.

4.  Project Management Systems
Explore the tools, processes, and documentation needed to support effective project execution and tracking.

5.  Execute andy Control the Deliver
Manage project execution, lead teams, monitor progress, and adapt to changes while ensuring quality and stakeholder satisfaction.

6.  Close the Project
Facilitate project closure through evaluation, reporting, documentation, and knowledge transfer.

Who Should Apply?

Is This Qualification for You?

✔️ You’re currently managing or coordinating projects, formally or informally
✔️ You want to become a qualified Project Manager with recognised, practical skills
✔️ You’re working in industries like ICT, HR, construction, marketing, engineering, or public service
✔️ You enjoy organising teams, solving problems, and driving outcomes
✔️ You meet the minimum entry requirements (NQF Level 4 with Mathematical Literacy and Communication)

Entry Requirements

To enroll in this qualification, you should:

✔️ You have achieved a minimum of NQF Level 4 qualification
✔️ You have Mathematical Literacy and Communication skills at Level 4
✔️ You are interested in pursuing or advancing a career in project management
✔️ You have basic computer literacy and organisational skills to support learning and project work

What to Expect from the Assessment Process:

✔️ Internal Assessments:
After each module, you’ll submit a Portfolio of Evidence that demonstrates your understanding and application of project management principles.

✔️ Workplace Evidence:
You’ll complete structured project tasks in the workplace and compile supporting documentation aligned with the qualification’s practical requirements.

✔️ Assessment Preparation Support:
Facilitators will guide you through assessment expectations and help you prepare through online discussions and coaching.

✔️ External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA):
Once your internal requirements are complete, you’ll complete the EISA through a QCTO-registered Assessment Quality Partner. This formal evaluation confirms your competence across all exit-level outcomes.

✔️ Certification:
After successful completion of the EISA, the QCTO will issue your official Occupational Certificate in Project Management.

🧾 Note: The EISA is overseen by a registered assessor and administered at an accredited venue. The QCTO issues the final certificate upon successful completion.

Learning Support
How You’ll Stay Connected and Supported:

✔ Join Online Contact Sessions (Blended Learning only)
If you’re enrolled in our Blended Learning programme, you’ll attend regular online sessions with a facilitator. These sessions offer interactive training, assessment guidance, and real-world application discussions to deepen your learning.

✔ Access Your Self-Study Resources (Self-Study learners)
Self-study learners can progress at their own pace with access to structured course materials, guided activities, and assessment preparation tools—all available on your learning platform.

✔ Engage with Your Online Community (Available to all learners)
All learners can connect through discussion forums, peer sharing, and collaborative spaces. Whether you’re studying independently or in a group, your questions and insights help shape a richer learning experience.


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Choose Your Learning Plan

Flexible options to fit your goals, lifestyle, and budget

Self-Study Plan -
Monthly Plan

R2813/mo x 12 months
Flexible, independent learning with structure and support check-ins.


✔ No live training sessions
✔ Includes structured block program
✔ Access to live assessment prep (where no recordings exist)
✔ Feedback from assessors after each submission
✔ Grouped by start date to ensure pacing and support

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included
✔ Includes access to EISA final exam

Blended Learning – Full Payment

R36 875/once off
Structured learning with live support and real-time interaction.


✔ Includes live facilitator-led sessions
✔ Peer collaboration and personalised feedback
✔ Full access to resources and learning blocks
✔ Enrol now to join the next available start date

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included
✔ Includes access to EISA final exam

Blended Learning – Monthly Plan

R3380/mo x 12 months
Same full support, spread across manageable payments.


✔ Everything in the Full Payment plan
✔ Monthly, interest-free payments
✔ Enroll now to reserve your place in the upcoming intake

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included
✔ Includes access to EISA final exam

Please note VAT is not included in the prices listed above.
Our subject matter experts

Meet our SME's

Leandra van der Merwe

Education, training & development practitioner
Leandra started her career in training and development 15 years ago as a project manager. She qualified as Education Training and Development Practitioner in 2012. She has a BCom Degree in Industrial Psychology and various other qualifications in the field of project management and security. She has assisted many companies with accreditation, learning material design and development as well as enhancing the learning culture through management development and skills development.​
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Leandra is passionate about people development and her favourite quote is:​
​“A day not spend learning, is a day wasted.”​

Janelle Gravett

Education, training & development practitioner
Janelle has been involved in the skills development area in industry sectors such as hospitality, travel, mining, manufacturing, business process outsourcing and services (BPS & O) and education and skills development. She has a wealth of experience in learning and development methodologies and is an expert in the skills development legislation. ​She is an Assessor, Moderator and Skills development Facilitator and works with a number of different SETAs.​She has been part of the QCTO occupational qualification development team for SDF Administrator and Practitioner and part of the development team for the Contact Centre manager Occupational qualification. Currently Janelle is part of the CEP team for the development of the Occ Qualification for Sales and Marketing. ​

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