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The Higher Diploma in Business in Project Management equips students with hands-on expertise and competencies in project management, designed for those seeking to enhance or transition their skills for career advancement or academic progression. Participants in this graduate conversion course will acquire essential project management principles, covering project development, planning, implementation, tracking, oversight, and completion, while also developing practical IT proficiencies and familiarity with digital collaboration tools. The program emphasizes versatile, cross-functional abilities, preparing graduates to effectively utilize these skills across diverse professional settings.
The minimum entry requirements for the Higher Diploma in Business in Project Management is aimed at learners with the following entry qualifications:
A Level 8 honours bachelor’s degree in a non-cognate area with a minimum pass classification.
A Level 7 ordinary bachelor’s degree in a cognate area (cognate areas include business, finance, management).
Applicants who do not have a Level 8 qualification and who have at least 3 years’ work experience may also be considered through the College’s normal RPL procedures. Relevant professional experience will be taken into account and individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis through DBS RPL procedures. Relevant professional experience will be taken into account and individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis through DBS RPL procedures.
Applicants whose first language is not English and who have not previously undertaken a degree taught in English, must provide evidence of proficiency in English language equivalent to B2+ or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). This must be evidenced through a recognised English Language test such as IELTS, Cambridge Certificate or DBS English Assessment. Test certificates should be dated within the last two years to be considered valid.