Masters Microcredential Certificate in Project Management for Development

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Duration

12 Weeks

Delivery

Online

Intakes

January, May, & August

Fees

$1,200 (Ugx 4,500,000)

*Group discounts are available for organisations, and partial bursaries for individuals.

OVERVIEW

Effective project management is crucial for successful development initiatives, particularly in the dynamic and resource-constrained environments of Sub-Saharan Africa. This Masters Microcredential Certificate (MMC) provides professionals with the foundational project management principles and practical tools, tailored for the unique challenges and opportunities within the development sector (NGOs, government, community-based organizations).

Target Audience

Project officers, program managers, team leaders, NGO staff, government officials involved in development projects, community leaders, and professionals seeking to enhance their project delivery capabilities in a development context.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this MMC, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental concepts and lifecycle of project management.
  • Apply key tools and techniques for project planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
  • Identify and manage project risks and stakeholders effectively.
  • Describe principles of project monitoring, evaluation, and reporting in development.
  • Recognize the importance of adaptive management and ethical considerations in development projects.
  • Develop a basic project proposal or plan for a development initiative.

What You Will Learn

  • Module 1: Foundations of Project Management in Development
  • Module 2: Project Planning & Design
  • Module 3: Project Execution & Monitoring
  • Module 4: Project Closure, Evaluation & Adaptive Management 
Stackability and Pathway to Master's Degree

The 20 postgraduate credit units earned from this Masters Microcredential Certificate in Project Management for Development are fully transferable and count directly towards Nexus International University’s NCHE-accredited MA in International Development or other relevant Master’s programs (e.g., MBA, MSc in Project Management if available). This provides a flexible and accelerated pathway for students wishing to pursue a full Master’s degree.

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