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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study, Virtual Classroom	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Project Management is a valuable skill that can set you apart and open a plethora of job opportunities for you. The Practical Project Management certification course teaches you project management skills and techniques that can be applied in the real corporate world and help you boost your career.

In this micro-credential, you will learn from industry experts and take part in activities that can enhance your CV. In the Practical Project Management course by FutureLearn, you will get comprehensive knowledge about managing a project from its inception to closure, and how to assess the feasibility of a project. The project management course will cover each stage of the project in detail.

Besides, learners will learn from case studies to acquire managerial skills like managing people, tight deadlines, business imperatives, and setting priorities. The Practical Project Management training follows the Common Microcredential Framework (CMF) standards and provides a postgraduate certification in just ten weeks. Moreover, the University of Glasgow is offering this course in association with FutureLearn.

The Highlights

Postgraduate credential
10-weeks course
University of Glasgow credits
Career-oriented
Microcredential
Access to library
Experienced trainers
Upcoming course
Global approach
Assessments and projects

Programme Offerings

Real-world examples
Case Studies
University of Glasgow postgraduate credits
Course completion certificate
Summative assessment
Expert instructors
Student support services
Enrollment advisors

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Futurelearn

You can choose out of card options like Visa, American Express, or Mastercard to pay the Practical Project Management certification fee online. You can also make an online payment through PayPal.

Practical Project Management fee structure

Course	Total Fee
Practical Project Management	₹89,119

Eligibility Criteria

Education

To pursue the Practical Project Management certification by FutureLearn, the candidates should have completed education up to a degree and have some work experience in project management. They should have an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent qualification.

Certificate Qualifying Details

Post the completion of this micro-credential, the candidates will receive a certificate from the University of Glasgow. This micro-credential certificate awards 10 academic credits to the holders toward a postgraduate degree at the university. This is a part of the Professional Pathways Masters in Management Courses.

What you will learn

Project management

After completing the Practical Project Management certification syllabus, the learners will achieve the skills required to:

Identify different stages in a project lifecycle
Develop project plans according to time, cost and risk factors and evaluate them
Analyse the different techniques and tools used in each project stage
Showcase an in-depth understanding of project management
Explore how project management processes can be employed in the workspace

Who it is for

Project Manager

The Practical Project Management certification by FutureLearn is a career-focused micro-credential, designed to accelerate your career progression. It is a perfect fit for the following:

Graduate managerial employees who want to enhance their managerial skills
Professionals looking to level up their management credentials and become managers or project managers.

Admission Details

Step 1. Go to the course webpage audit the Practical Project Management classes by FutureLearn details.

Step 2. Next, select the option ‘Join now $1,199’ or click on the ‘Sign In’/ ‘Register’ options.

Step 3. Enter details like your name, age, and email address to create a new account or sign up using your Google/Facebook account.

Step 4. Pay the course fee via your preferred option.

Application Details

There is no application form to register for FutureLearn’s course in Practical Project Management. interested candidates must sign up on the website to access the course modules.

The Syllabus

Introduction

Welcome
Accessing Glasgow University Resources
Course Information
Introduction to Project Management

Project Management and the Project Lifecycle

Overview
Project management
Summary of Week 2

Feasibility and requirements gathering

Introduction to Week 3
Activities for this week
Session Recap

Work breakdown structures and work packages

Introduction to Week 4
Week 4 activities
Session recap

Developing the schedule and assembling the team

Introduction to Week 5
Week 5 activities
Session Recap

Developing the budget and the risk log

Introduction to week 6
Week 6 activities
Session recap

Identifying stakeholders, and project governance

Introduction to Week 7
Week 7 Activities
Assignment
Week 7 Recap

Monitoring and Controlling the Project

Introduction to Week 8
Week 8 Activities
Session recap

Project reporting and managing behavioral change

Introduction to Week 9
Week 9 Activities
Session recap

Project closure activities and why projects fail.

Introduction to Week 10
Week 10 Activities
Recap of the week

Instructors

University of Glasgow, Glasgow Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What kinds of skills will I acquire during this course?

You will acquire skill sets like critical thinking, leadership skills, communication, decision-making, managing people, project oversight, time management and prioritisation during this microcredential.

2: How can I contact the enrolment advisors?

To speak with an advisor, select the ‘Speak to an advisor’ option and fill in your details. An advisor will get in touch with you as per your country’s timings.

3: What is the estimated salary of a project manager?

According to Glassdoor’s report on Best Jobs in 2019, the median base salary of a project manager is £39,000.

4: How many hours are required per week for the Practical Project Management online course?

This course requires 10 hours per week for 10 weeks.