What is the Occupational Certificate: Project Manager qualification?

The Occupational Certificate: Project Manager is an accredited qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) at Level 5. It is designed to equip learners with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed in the business sector.

How long does the Occupational Certificate: Project Manager take to complete?

The program runs for 24 months. This includes both theoretical learning and workplace practical components, ensuring you graduate job-ready.

Will i get job placement support after the program ?

While we cannot guarantee job placement, our team provides dedicated career support services to all graduates. This includes resume building, interview preparation, and access to our network of industry partners who are actively seeking skilled professionals in the ${category} sector.

Is financial assistance or a learnership available?

Many of our qualifications can be delivered as learnerships, which are funded through SETA discretionary grants. Employers who sponsor learners can also claim their training spend towards their BBBEE scorecard. Contact our team to explore funding options for your specific situation.

Occupational Certificate: Project Manager | NQF Level 5

Course Overview

Learning project planning, execution, and monitoring using industry-standard methodologies and tools.

Purpose & Value

Purpose

The Occupational Certificate: Project Manager equips learners with practical and theoretical knowledge to plan, execute, monitor, and successfully close business projects. This programme develops the essential skills required to manage project resources, schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.

Value Proposition

Learn globally recognized project management methodologies such as PMBOK principles and Agile practices
Develop leadership and team management capabilities
Gain practical experience with industry-standard PM tools
Build skills transferable across all industries and sectors
Prepare for professional project management certifications

Key Outcomes

Upon successful completion, learners will be able to:

Develop comprehensive project plans
Manage project teams effectively
Document project progress, maintain records, and produce reports
Manage project risks and issues
Communicate with stakeholders
Ensure projects comply with organisational standards, policies, and quality requirements

Program Details

Duration

The comprehensive 24-month program allows learners to develop both theoretical knowledge and practical project management experience through real-world applications.

Learning Approach

Blended learning combining case study analysis, project simulations, stakeholder management exercises, and capstone projects. Includes weekly interactive sessions, group project work, and mentorship from experienced project managers. Access to project management software and collaboration tools.

Entry Requirements

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification with mathematics and/or business studies
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Computer literacy and internet access

Your Learning Journey

1.Theory Modules

EISA Preparation Test

2.Practical Training

Workbook, Observation & Assessment

3.Workplace Modules

Observation & Logbook

4.External Integrated Summative Assessment

Final Exam

Curriculum Modules

Knowledge Modules (80 Credits)

Introductory Studies for Project Managers, 4 Credits.
Project Integration Management, 4 Credits
Project Scope Management, 8 Credits
Project Time Management, 8 Credits.
Project Cost Management, 8 Credits.
Project Quality Management, 8 Credits
Project Human Resource Management, 8 Credits
Project Communications Management, 8 Credits
Project Risk Management, 8 Credits
Project Procurement Management, 8 Credits
Project Stakeholder Management, 8 Credits

Practical Skills Modules (100 Credits)

Initiate a project, 4 Credits
Plan and develop a project management approach and scope statement, 8 Credits
Plan and develop a project time line and schedule, 8 Credits
Plan for and project the cost of a project, 8 Credits
Plan project management systems, 8 Credits
Monitor and control the scope of a project, 8 Credits
Control the project delivery schedules and costs, 8 Credits
Control the project quality, 8 Credits.
Manage and control the human resources of a project, 8 Credits
Conduct and control project communication and stakeholder interaction, 8 Credits
Manage and control project risks, 8 Credits
Manage and control project procurement activities, 8 Credits
Manage and control project close-out activities, 8 Credits

Work Experience Modules (60 Credits)

Attend to project initiation management processes, 10 Credits
Attend to project planning processes, 20 Credits
Attend to project execution and control processes, 20 Credits.
Attend to project close out processes, 10 Credits

Career Opportunities

This qualification opens doors to various career opportunities across industries:

Qualified Project Managers may find careers in various industries as

Project Managers

Project Coordinators

Program Managers

Project Management Officers (PMO)

Scrum Masters

Frequently Asked Questions

: An occupational qualification is a formal recognition of the skills and knowledge required to perform a specific job or role in a particular industry aligned with the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) in South Africa. Unlike traditional academic degrees that are theory heavy and require a significant time investment, occupational qualifications are designed to be practical and directly relevant to the workplace with far less time investment.
: The Occupational Certificate: Project Manager is an accredited qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) at Level 5. It is designed to equip learners with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed in the business sector.
: The program runs for 24 months. This includes both theoretical learning and workplace practical components, ensuring you graduate job-ready.
: While we cannot guarantee job placement, our team provides dedicated career support services to all graduates. This includes resume building, interview preparation, and access to our network of industry partners who are actively seeking skilled professionals in the ${category} sector.
: Yes. Our programs use a blended learning approach that combines online self-study, virtual sessions, and scheduled contact days — designed to accommodate working professionals without requiring you to take extended leave. Due note that you will be required to ask for time off on the exam days and vital contact days to complete the practical assessments, workplace learning components and write the exam.
: Many of our qualifications can be delivered as learnerships, which are funded through SETA discretionary grants. Employers who sponsor learners can also claim their training spend towards their BBBEE scorecard. Contact our team to explore funding options for your specific situation.
: Kamela International stands out by offering practical, industry-aligned qualifications that are directly relevant to the South African job market. We combine flexible learning options with strong career support services, ensuring students are job-ready upon completion. For companies, we offer tailored training solutions and learnership programs that support skills development and BBBEE compliance.

Purpose & Value

Purpose

Value Proposition

Learn globally recognized project management methodologies such as PMBOK principles and Agile practices
Develop leadership and team management capabilities
Gain practical experience with industry-standard PM tools
Build skills transferable across all industries and sectors
Prepare for professional project management certifications

Key Outcomes

Upon successful completion, learners will be able to:

Develop comprehensive project plans

Manage project teams effectively

Document project progress, maintain records, and produce reports

Manage project risks and issues

Communicate with stakeholders

Ensure projects comply with organisational standards, policies, and quality requirements

Program Details

Duration

The comprehensive 24-month program allows learners to develop both theoretical knowledge and practical project management experience through real-world applications.

Learning Approach

Entry Requirements

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification with mathematics and/or business studies
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Computer literacy and internet access

Curriculum Modules

Knowledge Modules (80 Credits)

Introductory Studies for Project Managers, 4 Credits.
Project Integration Management, 4 Credits
Project Scope Management, 8 Credits
Project Time Management, 8 Credits.
Project Cost Management, 8 Credits.
Project Quality Management, 8 Credits
Project Human Resource Management, 8 Credits
Project Communications Management, 8 Credits
Project Risk Management, 8 Credits
Project Procurement Management, 8 Credits
Project Stakeholder Management, 8 Credits

Practical Skills Modules (100 Credits)

Initiate a project, 4 Credits
Plan and develop a project management approach and scope statement, 8 Credits
Plan and develop a project time line and schedule, 8 Credits
Plan for and project the cost of a project, 8 Credits
Plan project management systems, 8 Credits
Monitor and control the scope of a project, 8 Credits
Control the project delivery schedules and costs, 8 Credits
Control the project quality, 8 Credits.
Manage and control the human resources of a project, 8 Credits
Conduct and control project communication and stakeholder interaction, 8 Credits
Manage and control project risks, 8 Credits
Manage and control project procurement activities, 8 Credits
Manage and control project close-out activities, 8 Credits

Work Experience Modules (60 Credits)

Attend to project initiation management processes, 10 Credits
Attend to project planning processes, 20 Credits
Attend to project execution and control processes, 20 Credits.
Attend to project close out processes, 10 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

An occupational qualification is a formal recognition of the skills and knowledge required to perform a specific job or role in a particular industry aligned with the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) in South Africa. Unlike traditional academic degrees that are theory heavy and require a significant time investment, occupational qualifications are designed to be practical and directly relevant to the workplace with far less time investment.

Yes. Our programs use a blended learning approach that combines online self-study, virtual sessions, and scheduled contact days — designed to accommodate working professionals without requiring you to take extended leave. Due note that you will be required to ask for time off on the exam days and vital contact days to complete the practical assessments, workplace learning components and write the exam.

Kamela International stands out by offering practical, industry-aligned qualifications that are directly relevant to the South African job market. We combine flexible learning options with strong career support services, ensuring students are job-ready upon completion. For companies, we offer tailored training solutions and learnership programs that support skills development and BBBEE compliance.