Course description
OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Project Management
OTHM Level 7 Diploma Project Management qualification aims to develop the advanced skills of senior managers who are responsible for projects and incorporates a comprehensive understanding of the basic topics needed to manage business projects within a hectic environment. The aim of this qualification is to develop a deeper understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of project, programme and portfolio management and helps the learners to achieve the essential skills and competences necessary to plan, monitor, control and deliver successful projects, programmes and portfolios.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
For entry onto the OTHM Level 7 Diploma Project Management qualification, learners must possess:
- An honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification
- Mature learners (over 21 years) with management experience
- International students whose first language is not in English, they will need to have score of 5.5 or above in IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
Outcome / Qualification etc.
- All the important management theories and models are covered in this course. As a result, the students will gain a better understanding of the various management techniques that are applicable in the workplace.
- Will be helpful to the students to develop their problem-solving skills through the practical application of the various management models and theories.
- A nationally – recognised qualification, the credits earned at this course can be transferred to other courses, if the students want to pursue MBA or any other Masters.
- On successful completion of the course the students will be able to demonstrate their proficiency in the various management practices which will improve their chances of making a successful career progression.
Training Course Content
Unit1- Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project
This unit aims to introduce learners to the realities of developing a project. It’ll also introduce learners to the challenges of project management practice within the global business arena. It aims to push thinking critically about project management as complex, process-based cultural systems and as constantly developing with the high performing team efforts. As increasing number of firms have project development and project management activities, understanding the efficient project management is of significant importance. Learners will know about the roles and responsibilities of a project team members. Various level of management skills are going to be studied with special analysis on success factors, monitoring and control.
Unit2- Procurement Risk and Contract Management
The aim of the unit is to enable the student to understand the core concepts of procurement along with the importance of identifying and managing risks related to procurement and contract management. The learners will also develop a critical understanding of various legislative frameworks important for procurement and consider frameworks for risk assessment in the procurement context.
Unit3- Advanced Project and Logistics Management
The aim of this unit is to enable the learner to know concepts of portfolio management and therefore the associated features. The worth of getting a Project Management Office also will be examined and also the stages of creating and effective project management office are going to be considered. Learners also will examine the provision chain ecosystem and review IT frameworks appropriate for logistics and supply chain complexities.
Unit4- Operations and Information Management for Project Managers
The aim of this unit is to develop critical understanding of managing operations ,data and information systems within projects. The interrelationships within functional areas are examined and also the influence of up to date factors. Learners will explore organisational strategy in relevancy capacity to plan for products and consider the worth of inventory management using information systems and inventory scheduling.
Unit5- Advanced Research Methods
The unit aims to equip learners with the realistic, technical, and methodological skills to conduct independent research for the learners research and management broadly defined. It recognises that conducting research requires the enhancement of specific and generic research skills, including understanding the research design process, understanding different techniques for conducting research in business and management studies, and appreciating the moral and social implications of undertaking high value research. This unit will enable learners to develop critical awareness of key research skills as researchers and/or intendent practitioners.
Course delivery details
School of Business & Technology London provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including online learning and blended learning. Thus, learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. The program is self-paced and accomplished through our cutting-edge Learning Management System. Learners can interact with tutors by messaging through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System to discuss the course materials, get guidance and assistance and request assessment feedbacks on assignments.
We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue an innovative learning approach where traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and incredibly high support level. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor, whether online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish.
The significant difference between blended learning and online learning methods at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Classes. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live classes, which can be booked in advance on their convenience at additional cost. These live classes are relevant to the learners' program of study and aim to enhance the student's comprehension of research, methodology and other essential study skills. We try to make these live sessions as communicating as possible by providing interactive activities and presentations.
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Expenses
- Course price for Online learning: £843.33
- Course price for Blended learning: £1,239.33
Continuing Studies
On successful completion of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma Project Management a number of progression opportunities become available:
- Master’s top-up programmes at many universities in the UK and overseas with advanced standing; or
- Directly into employment in an associated profession.