Higher Certificate in Project Management
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About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Project Management is an NQF level 5 higher-education qualification carrying 120 credits. It is focused on developing a foundation in project management as an area of study.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking a foundational higher-education qualification in project management or an introduction to work involving projects. Whether it is suitable depends on the provider’s admission requirements and the learner’s goals.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for exploring project-related work and further study, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers were supplied for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Project planning
- Project coordination
- Organising project activities
- Monitoring project progress
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Project Management
- SAQA ID
- 119967
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Project Management
- Originator
- Academic Institute of Excellence
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-11-22
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record does not confirm its current status and includes a registration-end date snapshot of 22 November 2025.
- Check that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace, practical or other participation requirements that may apply.
- Compare the qualification’s current offering, delivery method and progression options with your study and career goals.