QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Project Management

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The aim of this unit is to build a critical awareness of project management operations and information systems. The influence of modern circumstances on interrelationships within functional sectors will be investigated.

Learners will analyse the importance of inventory management using information systems and inventory scheduling in connection to organizational strategy and capacity to plan for items.

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The unit's aim is to enhance learners’ ability to apply risk management techniques to various project settings. Learners analyse the influence of culture on risk management and risk management methods. Techniques such as identifying risks and differentiating threats and opportunities, causes of risk and risk measurement are applied at more advanced level and are analysed using their application in various project settings. Uncertainty in projects and how it can be managed successfully including the theoretical framework to reduce certainty (Contingency theory) are also covered.

The unit also aims to develop professional project managers who are capable of providing knowledge of risk management concepts, techniques, risk management processes, compliance and develop a risk strategy that manages the prevailing risk faced by organisations in highly turbulent in project environments.

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The unit's aim is to give learners the practical, technical, and methodological abilities they need to undertake independent research for their research project and management in general.

The unit recognises that conducting research necessitates the development of both specific and generic research skills, such as an understanding of the research design process, different techniques for conducting research in business and management studies and an appreciation of the ethical and social implications of high-value research. As researchers and/or intendent practitioners, learners will be able to build critical awareness of key research abilities through this subject.

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This unit is designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge required to manage innovation projects effectively. Learners are introduced to the concept of innovation project management (IPM), which goes beyond traditional project management methodologies, enabling them to identify problems in organizations, conceive solutions and promote changes to organizational culture where necessary.

The unit includes an overview of the key differences between traditional project management and IPM, providing learners with a critical analysis of the theoretical frameworks and models that underpin the change process in organisations. Learners learn various techniques to tailor project management methodology (flexibility, customizability, scalability and adoptability) to suit unique requirements, along with the essential skills and tools required for IPM.

The unit also focuses on alternative project management methodologies such as “agile” providing a practical insight into the application of IPM through real-life case studies of innovation in practice from industry. Learners will have developed a creative mindset that enables them to navigate the rapidlyevolving business landscape with confidence and contribute to their organization’s success.

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This unit will introduce learners to the reality of project development and management. It will also introduce learners to the difficulties of project management in the global corporate environment. Its goal is to encourage critical thinking regarding project management as complex, process-based cultural systems that are always evolving thanks to the efforts of high-performing teams. Understanding effective project management is becoming increasingly important as a growing number of businesses engage in project development and management operations. The duties and responsibilities of project team members will be taught to students. The study of various levels of management abilities will focus on success factors, monitoring, and control.

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The unit's aim is to explore the key aspects of project management through looking at the process of planning a project. Learners are given the opportunity to contribute to the creation of a project plan according to a brief taken by the learners. The topics include the selection and justification of a range of tools/techniques/methodologies required for professional planning, implementing projects, evaluating associated benefits/costs and managing risk and uncertainty. The challenges of project organisation structures and resource scheduling are also addressed.

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This unit aims to help learners understand the fundamentals of procurement as well as the importance of detecting and managing procurement and contract management risks. Learners will also get a critical grasp of diverse procurement legislation frameworks and evaluate risk assessment frameworks in the procurement environment.

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The aim of this unit is to teach learners about portfolio management and the features that go with it. The need of having a Project Management Office will also be discussed, as well as the stages of developing a successful project management office.

The supply chain ecosystem will also be examined, as well as IT frameworks appropriate for logistics and supply chain difficulties.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management is a field of study and business activity that plays an important role in securing long-term profitability, performance excellence and competitive advantage. This unit incorporates studies of operations management and strategy which allow managers to direct, design and manage product and services delivery, establish effective and efficient processes and supply and distribution networks, incorporating resources, information/technology and people perspectives.

This unit also focuses on quality assurance/control and continuous improvement with the help of operations methods/techniques and evidence-based business decision-making which allow businesses and organisations to achieve world class performance.

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The unit's aim is to introduce the principles of project management required for successful project delivery. In addition to this, learners will recognise the importance of a project lifecycle and how it can assist project management through gateways.

The unit also looks into the application of established and innovative processes and methodologies used for project planning, execution and control. This includes the applicability and effectiveness of the use of business case, stakeholder management tools, risk management tools, time and cost control tools (EVM, CPM, Gantt Charts), change control, EVM, Gantt charts, configuration management, project closure, reflective practice and lessons learned.

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The unit's aim is to introduce learners to leadership and personal leadership development through critical self-reflection, to inform personal self-directed development including the ability to reflect critically on personal experiences and to articulate the learning from these experiences.

The main practical focus is on individual reflection of personal leadership potential, drawing on a range of exercises to evaluate learners’ own styles and approaches, leadership journey and development needs.