Skills Programme in Applied Project Management in an information Technology Environment

This programme on software project management is intended for first time project managers and project managers wanting to expand and formalise their knowledge. The programme aims to provide learners with the basic skills, knowledge, and competence to effectively understand and manage information technology projects. There is a need for a project management course focusing specifically on the management of Information Technology (IT) projects. Given the growth of the IT industry, a need exists for computer specialists, as well as project managers, to gain a practical and theoretical foundation for managing IT projects, as this area has been neglected over time.

Duration

The programme duration is 118 hours on a part-time basis.

Career fields

Successful learners could pursue a career as a:

• Software Project Manager
• Software Project Management Administrator/Technician

Certification

• Upon successful completion of the programme, if the learner is found to be Competent in the PoE, the learner will receive a Damelin letter of results outlining the unit standards covered and Damelin will apply to MICT SETA on behalf of the learner for the endorsement of competency against the unit standards covered together with the credits obtained.
• Upon successful completion of the optional external exam, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) the learner will receive a Certificate from PMI (Project Management Institute).

Admission Requirements

• Foundational skills in English and Mathematics at NQF level 4/Grade 12 or equivalent
• Ability to use a personal computer competently