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    Apply by:
    11 October 2026
    To start by:
    26 October 2026

    Study a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management

    The online Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management is designed for professionals seeking to develop advanced project management expertise and lead complex projects in business environments. This qualification combines advanced management knowledge with specialised project management principles, methodologies, and tools, enabling students to plan, execute, monitor, and deliver projects that achieve organisational objectives. The programme develops expertise across key project management disciplines, including project planning and scheduling, risk management, procurement, cost management, quality management, stakeholder engagement, leadership, and project governance.

    Students gain both strategic and practical capabilities, learning how to manage projects across diverse industries while balancing performance, time, cost, quality, and organisational priorities. The programme also develops advanced communication, leadership, ethical decision-making, and research skills that support effective project delivery in complex environments. Through applied learning and a research project, students learn to solve real-world organisational challenges and contribute to project success at operational, tactical, and strategic levels. Graduates will be equipped to lead projects, programmes, and project management functions across the public and private sectors.

    Requirements and Opportunities

    Admission Requirements

    To apply for this programme, a student must have:

    • A relevant Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF Level 7.

    Technical Requirements

    To complete your online qualification successfully, you will need:

    • A laptop or desktop computer
    • A reliable internet connection
    • Basic computer literacy

    Career Opportunities

    • Project Manager
    • Programme Manager
    • Project Management Office (PMO) Manager
    • Project Consultant
    • Project Risk Manager

    You will learn

    • To implement quality management systems and continuous improvement practices to enhance project outcomes.

    • The application of ethical, sustainable, and responsible project management practices in decision-making.

    • How to integrate strategic thinking and entrepreneurial approaches to create value through projects.

    • Applied research and the use of evidence-based insights to address project management challenges.

    • To lead complex projects while balancing scope, time, cost, quality, and stakeholder expectations.

    Modules and Credits

    The programme is split over two years. Modules are undertaken over a seven-week period with a one-week break.

    Fees for 2026

    CUT’s fee structure allows a student to pay as they progress. A student must pay for a module before they will be granted access to the material.

    * Fees quoted are 2026 fees. Fees are subject to an annual increase.
    Number of modules: 12
    Programme credits: 144
    The Central University of Technology (CUT) is a leading higher education institution in South Africa, located in the Free State province. Known for its innovation-driven focus, CUT offers a range of academic programmes in engineering, health sciences, and management, empowering students with practical skills and industry-relevant knowledge.

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