Project Management Programme (NQF 5) - …

1 Getting down to business with ourProject ManagementProgramme ( nqf 5 )POTCHEFSTROOMBESIGHEIDSKOOLBUSINESS SCHOOLNORTH-WEST UNIVERSITYYUNIBESITI YA BOKONE-BOPHIRIMANOORDWES-UNIVERSITEITPOT CHEFSTROOM CAMPUSPROJECT Management Programme (NQF LEVEL 5) Project Management is a highly effective Management tool to ensure that all services and products are delivered within time, specifications and budget, to the satisfaction of the client. Increasingly, it is an application perceived by public and private organisations to be an answer to complex delivery systems and Public Management & Governance (PPMG) is a specialised unit within the School of Social Studies that facilitates the development and implementation of short courses for the public sector.

2 The course in Project Management was developed and implemented in partnership with the Potchefstroom Business School (PBS) and is accredited by both REQUIREMENTST arget groupPublic and private sector Programme and Project of government policies and determine whether a candidate should enrol, the following should be considered:Is he/she involved with or responsible for: translating strategic plans into action? translating policy into service delivery programmes and projects? Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)? the implementation of Integrated Development Planning (IDP)? determining performance indicators and standards for quality and cost-effectiveness?

3 Alternative service and product delivery, outsourcing? business planning? applied technology to effectively manage projects?If the answer to any of the above is affirmative, the candidate should candidate will receive a comprehensive manual consisting of thirteen modules, which comply with international outcomes and standards for Project Management as well as the requirements of the Project Management Institute of South Africa (PMISA).STUDY UNITSTHE FOLLOWING STUDY UNITS ARE INCLUDED:1. Project Management Principles and Cycle2. Project Management : A South African Public and Private Context3. Project Time Management4. Project Communication Management (including Business Planning)5.

4 Project Cost Management6. Project Procurement Management7. Project Scope and Integration Management8. Project Human Resource Management9. Project Risk Management10. Project Quality Management (including TQM, performance indicators and standards)11. Project Management : Applied Technology ( MS Project )12. Public-Private Partnership & Outsourcing13. Project Management for Integrated Development Planning (IDP)ENROLMENT AND REGISTRATIONC ontact sessionsThere is one three-day contact session per registration in Potchefstroom. Although this session is not compulsory, candidates are encouraged to attend this session since practical group work will be done.

5 A list of guesthouses and hotels will be provided upon registration. Competent and experienced presenters conduct the contact duration of the course is six months. Corporate clients may apply for shorter courses ( three days to three months). There are two registrations per year, one in January and one in candidate must submit an assignment in which an applied Project (public or private sector context) must be completed in terms of the Project Management cycle, Gantt chart and business Fees are determined annually and are available on request. Corporate clients (more than ten candidates) can apply for special tariffs.

6 Expenses involved in attending the contact sessions will be for the cost of the successful completion of the course, candidates will receive a certificate accredited by both the PPMG and Management Programme (PMP) APPLICATION FORMA pplications must be accompanied by: Proof of highest qualification achieved Two clear recent passport-size photographs A letter from the participant s employer in which: the employer certifies that the participant meets the requirements; and the employer grants permission for the participant to participate in the Programme A certified copy of your identity look forward to your participation in our for admission to the Project Management Programme Strictly confidential Please complete in type or print-handA.

7 Personal informationInitials and surnameTitleNames NicknameID of birth Y Y Y Y M M D DHome address Postal codeCell no. NationalityE-mailPostal address (if different from home address) Postal codeWork address Postal codeFax code code Post-school activitiesComplete in reverse order (starting with the most recent) all tertiary academic work, including qualifications (compulsory for evaluation purpose).University/College/TechnikonPer iod (Year)Name of Degree/Diploma/CertificateStudy completedFromToYesNoC. Employment recordPlease record your most recent positions of employment, starting with your present of companyIndustryTitle or PositionDateFromToControlling companySubsidiary/SectionNature of businessTitle positionNumber of employeesNumber of years in positionThe Potchefstroom Business School places great emphasis on the condition that participants should be able to work in a small study group.

8 This enables them to learn from each other. To facilitate this process, you are requested to supply a short description of your present obligations and responsibilities in your Payment optionsPayment enclosed (Please mark appropriate box) Cheque Postal order TransferAccount detailsCheques should be made out to:Please fax proof of payment to:ABSA BankNorth-West UniversityFax No. 018 293 5272 Account No. 670 642 313(No cash please)Attention: Anthea GaanakgomoBranch Code 632005 Ref: PBS PM Initials and SurnameE. SubmitPlease post your completed application form to:Admin Officer: Project ManagementPotchefstroom Business SchoolPrivate Bag X6001, NWUI nternal Box No.

9 296 Potchefstroom, 2520 Signature of candidateDate Y Y Y Y M M D DNorth-West University; Private Bag X6001, Potchefstroom, 2520 Tel: 018 299 1413 E-mail: 018 299 1416 Anthea GaanakgomoTel: 018 299 1413 / 1636 Fax: 018 293 SCHOOL