Institute of Project Management

About the Course


The Certified Project Management Diploma is a unique programme as it offers both International Professional Body Certification (IPMA) and Academic Accreditation (QQI Level 8 SPA awarded by TU Dublin).


It is designed for those individuals looking for a framework of best practices and techniques that will strengthen their core project management knowledge and also launch their professionally accredited career path.


The programme uses a blend of realistic projects, exercises, lectures and discussion to help participants develop the necessary skills to manage any size of project from beginning to end effectively.


What This Unique Diploma Does For You


Certified Project Management Diploma

Obtain a professional diploma from an international renowned Institute of Project Management, established in 1989.


Special Purpose Award at QQI Level 8 on the NFQ

Successful completion also leads to the attainment of a Special Purpose Award Level 8, 15 ECTS on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications) awarded by TU Dublin.


IPMA Level D International Professional Accreditation

The Certified Project Management Diploma provides candidates, meeting the requisite experience requirements, with an IPMA international professional accreditation recognised in 73 countries around the world.


You'll Gain A Competitive Edge

No other organisation in Ireland can offer direct professional accreditation as an integral part of their programmes. There are no further exams or fees required.


Who Should Attend

The course is suitable for actual or potential project managers, and for any professional who directly contributes to projects including team members and team leaders, people preparing to become project managers and project managers themselves.


Course Content


Completing the Diploma programme enables individuals to come away with concrete techniques to immediately improve project performance. Organisations will benefit by developing a pool of highly knowledgeable project managers.


A detailed assessment of each individual's technical, leadership and strategic competences enables participants to prepare a personal development plan that will take them to the next level.