Will I develop practical skills in the Level 7 Diploma in Project Management?

Yes, the Level 7 Diploma in Project Management will help you develop practical skills applicable to real-world scenarios, enabling you to drive results in your current or future role.

If "Will I develop practical skills in the Level 7 Diploma in Project Management?" is shaping your shortlist, use the points below to decide whether the Level 7 Diploma in Project Management is the right next move.

• Map the Level 7 Diploma in Project Management outcomes to the role title or promotion you want in the next 12–24 months.
• Skim the module list above — if two or more units excite you, the Level 7 Diploma in Project Management is usually a strong fit.
• Use the salary outlook and enrolment steps on this page; you do not need to leave to start your application.

Core modules and themes from the Level 7 Diploma in Project Management:

• Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project — This unit aims to introduce learners to the realities of developing and managing a project. It will also introduce learners to the challenges of project management practice in the global business arena. It aims to promote 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 vital importance. Learners will learn about the roles and responsibilities of a project team members. Various level of management skills will be studied with special focus on success factors, monitoring and control.
• 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.
• Advanced Project and Logistics Management — The aim of this unit is to allow the learner to understand concepts of portfolio management and the associated features. The value of having a Project Management Office will also be examined and the stages of establishing and effective project management office will be considered. Learners will also examine the supply chain ecosystem and review IT frameworks appropriate for logistics and supply chain complexities.
• Operations and Information Management for Project Managers — The aim of this unit is to develop critical understanding of managing operations and information systems within projects. The inter relationships within functional areas will be examined and the influence of contemporary factors. Learners will explore organisational strategy in relation to capacity to plan for products and consider the value of inventory management using information systems and inventory scheduling.
• Advanced Research Methods — The unit aims to equip learners with the practical, technical, and methodological skills to conduct independent research for their research project and management broadly defined. It recognises that conducting research requires the development 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 ethical 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.

Check you are a strong match before you apply:

• The Level 7 qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Learners will be expected to hold the following:
• Level 6 Qualification or an Undergraduate Honour’s Degree or an equivalent international qualification OR
• Learners who have work experience and demonstrate drive and ambition to start their own business, or work in business development; OR
• Learners who possess a first degree in another discipline and want to develop their own business or shift careers. In certain circumstances, learners with considerable experience but NO FORMAL QUALIFICATION may be considered, subject to interview and being able to demonstrate their ability to cope with the demands of the programme. The qualification is offered in English.

1. Apply online — open enrolment for the Level 7 Diploma in Project Management and complete your details.
2. Pay the £10 application fee — reserves your application and unlocks the next steps.
3. Upload documents and start — once accepted, access the learner portal and begin your modules.

Everything you need to decide is on this page — when you are ready, enrol above or use the application button at the bottom.