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Programme in Project Management
Project Management Course in South Africa
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Programme in
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Programme in Project Management (PPM)
Over 200 intakes since 1997
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Programme in Project Management
Programme
in Project Management
Over 200 intakes since 1997
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Since 1997

About the Programme in
Project Management (PPM)

Our practical Project Management course is a well-established program designed to develop essential project management knowledge, skills, and insights for professionals in South Africa and internationally. This comprehensive course equips delegates with proven tools and techniques aligned with international standards and best practices. It also includes locally relevant content to ensure applicability within South African industries and project environments.

The programme is delivered by the Graduate School of Technology Management (GSTM) at the University of Pretoria—a trusted institution recognized as an Authorized Training Partner (ATP) by the Project Management Institute (PMI), USA, since 2003. Whether you’re starting your project management career or seeking to advance your skills, our course provides the practical expertise and academic credibility needed to lead projects with confidence.

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Programme in Project Management
Course Options | University of Pretoria

Programme in Project Management
Course Options | University of Pretoria

Online Short Course

Online Short Course on Project Management Principles, Practices and Scheduling

- EARLY BIRD SPECIAL 5% DISCOUNT -
Register & Pay before 1 Dec 2025 to Qualify

  1. Module 1 from the PPM course
  2. Earns credits towards the PPM
  3. Period of course: 8-week period
  4. Next course intake: 9 February 2026
  5. The cost of the course is R9 850.00 for 2026 (Including VAT)
Short Course Information
PPM Online

Programme in Project Management (PPM) Online

  1. Comprehensive, fully online course
  2. Eight modules
  3. Period of course: requires at least 5 hours’ work per week over a period of approximately 8 months
  4. Next course intake: 24 November 2025
  5. The cost of the course is R 39 100.00 for 2025 (Including VAT)
Online PPM Information
Programme in Project Management (PPM) Weekender

Programme in Project Management (PPM) Weekender

- EARLY BIRD SPECIAL 5% DISCOUNT -
Register & Pay before 1 Dec 2025 to Qualify

  1. Participate in-person – face-to-face with a lecturer and a peer group – Fridays and Saturdays in Pretoria.
  2. Eight modules
  3. Next course intake: 13 March 2026
  4. The cost of the course is R 54 595.00 for 2026 (Including VAT)
Weekend PPM Information
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Programme in Project Management (PPM) Midweek

Programme in Project Management (PPM) Midweek

- EARLY BIRD SPECIAL 5% DISCOUNT -
Register & Pay before 1 Dec 2025 to Qualify

  1. Participate in-person – face-to-face with a lecturer and a peer group – during set predetermined days in Pretoria.
  2. Eight modules
  3. Period of course: 20 day’s contact time (spread over about 6 months)
  4. Next course intake: 2 March 2026
  5. The cost of the course is R 60 000.00 for 2026 (Including VAT)
Midweek PPM Information
Agile Project Management for Professionals

Agile Project Management for Professionals

  1. Covers the fundamental principles and methodologies of Agile
  2. Online (pre-recorded lectures)
  3. Period of course: 8 weeks
  4. Next course intake: TBA
  5. The cost of the course is TBA for 2026 (Including VAT)
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Programme in Project Management (PPM) - Namibia

Programme in Project Management (PPM) - Namibia

The following courses are now offered in Namibia:

  1. Online Short Course on Project Management Principles, Practices and Scheduling
  2. Programme in Project Management Online
  3. Programme in Project Management Midweek (presented in Windhoek and Swakopmund)
Namibia PPM Information
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Online Short Course

Online Short Course on Project Management Principles, Practices and Scheduling

  1. Module 1 from the PPM course
  2. Next course intake: 3 November 2025
  3. The cost of the course is R 9 660.00 for 2025 (Including VAT)
Short Course Information
PPM Online

Programme in Project Management (PPM) Online

  1. Comprehensive, fully online course
  2. Next course intake: 24 November 2025
  3. The cost of the course is R 39 100.00 for 2025 (Including VAT)
Online PPM Information
Programme in Project Management (PPM) Weekender

Programme in Project Management (PPM) Weekender

  1. Participate in-person – Fridays and Saturdays in Pretoria.
  2. Next course intake: 17 October 2025
  3. The cost of the course is R 49 500.00 for 2025 (Including VAT)
Weekend PPM Information
Programme in Project Management (PPM) Midweek

Programme in Project Management (PPM) Midweek

  1. Participate in-person – during set predetermined days in Pretoria.
  2. Next course intake: 25 August 2025
  3. The cost of the course is R 52 300.00 for 2025 (Including VAT)
Midweek PPM Information
Agile Project Management for Professionals

Agile Project Management for Professionals

  1. Online (pre-recorded lectures)
  2. Next course intake: TBA
  3. The cost of the course is TBA for 2026 (Including VAT)
Agile PM Course Information
Programme in Project Management (PPM) - Namibia

Programme in Project Management (PPM) - Namibia

Courses offered in Namibia:

  1. Online Short Course on Project Management Principles, Practices and Scheduling
  2. Programme in Project Management Online
  3. Programme in Project Management Midweek (presented in Windhoek and Swakopmund)
Namibia PPM Information
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Please note that we offer these courses more than once a year. If the date shown above does not work for you, you can enquire about further dates. The sales hub can be contacted via telephone at +27 (0)12 434 2347 / +27 (0)12 434 2618 / +27 (0)12 434 2424 / +27 (0)12 434 2202 / +27 (0)12 434 2593, or send an email

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30+ Years of
Experience

The University of Pretoria, South Africa has been offering education and training in Project Management for more than 30 years.

Accredited by
Top Institutions
Experienced
Lecturers

The lecturers are to a large extent the same ones who teach Africa’s only masters degree that is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center.

Flexible Delivery
Options

Why Choose Us

The University of Pretoria, South Africa has been offering education and training in Project Management for more than 30 years and is the undisputed leader in project management education in Africa.

Project Management is a multi-disciplinary field that includes a variety of aspects such as scheduling, people-management, aspects relating to finances and cost, legal aspects, procurement and contracting, risk management, organisation structured, quality management, etc.

As one of the largest multi-disciplinary universities in South Africa (with more than 1000 permanent lecturers), we are ideally positioned to address this multi-disciplinary field.

Why Choose Us

The University of Pretoria, South Africa has been offering education and training in Project Management for more than 30 years and is the undisputed leader in project management education in Africa.

Project Management is a multi-disciplinary field that includes a variety of aspects such as scheduling, people-management, aspects relating to finances and cost, legal aspects, procurement and contracting, risk management, organisation structured, quality management, etc.

As one of the largest multi-disciplinary universities in South Africa (with more than 1000 permanent lecturers), we are ideally positioned to address this multi-disciplinary field.

30+ Years of
Experience

The University of Pretoria, South Africa has been offering education and training in Project Management for more than 30 years.

Accredited by
Top Institutions

The PPM is recognized by PMI (Project Management Institute), ECSA (Engineering Council of SA), SACPCMP, PMSA

Experienced
Lecturers

The lecturers are to a large extent the same ones who teach Africa’s only masters degree that is accredited by the PMI Global Accreditation Center.

Flexible Delivery
Options

Choose between the classic 20-day PPM delivered during contact lectures, the Weekender or the online Project Management Course.

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Accreditation

The PPM is recognized by the following:

  1. PMI (Project Management Institute) – USA and Globally
  2. ECSA (Engineering Council of SA)
  3. SACPCMP (South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions)
  4. SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professionals)
  5. PMSA (Project Management South Africa)

On successful completion of the PPM, suitable candidates may be eligible to apply for the professional designation of Project Manager (PM) conferred by Project Management South Africa (PMSA). PMSA is the SAQA recognized professional body representing the interests of project managers across sectors.

Contact Information

Simbulele Mtshotane

Course Coordinator

All Administrative Matters
Tel no: +27 (0)12 434 2603
WhatsApp: 073 760 7402
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Mpolokeng Rammutloa

Programme Manager

Prof Herman Steyn

Course Leader

All Academic Matters
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