Diploma in project management course outline entry requirements

Diploma in project management course outline entry requirements and all the related concerning diploma in project management here. A course in project management is for the person who seeks to develop his or her skills in goal-setting and completion in a professional setting. They are givenĀ tools and techniques for structured planning, how to manage change and risks, and how to manage stakeholder expectations. The course will impart general knowledge to enable the trainee to contribute positively to the society and prepare the trainees for further academic pursuit.

  • Course duration: 3 years (3 modules)
  • Examination body: KNEC

Diploma in project management Entry requirements

Diploma in project management is examined by KNEC and is offered by various approved TVETS, universities and colleges in Kenya. The entry requirements are;

  • KCSE aggregate Grade of C- and above or its equivalent as acceptable Qualification by KNEC
  • Pass in Relevant Certificate Qualification Learning Outcomes for example a certificate in project management graduate wishing to upgrade his or her qualifications need to have obtained a PASS result from a recognized institution to enroll for Diploma in project management.
  • Mean grades for specific KCSE subjects are not specified for Diploma in project management course

Universities and colleges offering Diploma in project management courses

Trainees wishing to enroll for a Diploma in project management course can easily choose from various institution offering the course. Full institutions are always listed on KUCCPS portal as soon as it is open for application during various intakes, for more on this just visit the KUCCPS portalĀ here

Diploma in project management course outline

Diploma in project management is offered in 3 modules. 1 module takes a duration of 6 months then an examination is always administered at the end of each module for trainees to proceed to field attachment and eventually the next module. Attachment is always offered twice module 1 and module 2. The final exam is administered in module 3 for a candidate to graduate into the field market.

Career opportunities in diploma in project management

  • assistant construction manager.
  • assistant project manager.
  • site supervisor.
  • construction inspector.
  • project coordinator.
  • junior contract administrator.

The following are a list of units/ subjects studied at Diploma in project management module 1

  • Life Skills
  • Information Communication Technology
  •  ICT Practical
  • Fundamentals of Project Management
  • Business Plan
  • Project Financing
  • Resource Mobilization
  • Financial Accounting
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Communication Skills
  • Occupational Safety & Precautions

The following are a list of units/ subjects studied at Diploma in project management module 2

  • Cost Accounting
  • Project Quality Management
  • Quantitative Techniques
  • Project Procurement and Management
  • Project Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Project Management and Information System

The following are a list of units/ subjects studied at Diploma in project management module 3

  • Fundamentals of Strategic Management
  • Risk Management in Projects
  • Legal Issues in Project Management
  • Principles and Practices of Management
  • Research Methods
  • Trade Project and Proposal Writing
  • Operations Management

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