University Of Pretoria
University Of Pretoria
Advanced Programme in Project Management (APPM)
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The Advanced Programme in Project Management goes beyond the fundamentals to master advanced project management concepts. It integrates modern technologies and management approaches across the full project life cycle.
13 April 2026 - 28 August 2026
Course Number: 202500653
R 51 240.00 (Including VAT)
Delivery Mode:
Blended sessions: Contact (Pretoria) and Online Sessions
Course Duration:
Approximately 4½ months
CPD Recognition:
5 ECSA CPD Points
Course Duration:
Approximately 4½ months
Delivery Mode:
Blended sessions: Contact (Pretoria) and Online Sessions
Language:
English
Certificate:
Awarded by the University of Pretoria upon successful completion
CPD Recognition:
5 ECSA CPD Points
Experienced Lecturers:
Each specialising in a specific aspect of project management
Certificate:
Awarded by the University of Pretoria upon successful completion
Experienced Lecturers:
Each specialising in a specific aspect of project management
Language:
English
Who is The Advanced Course In Project Management For?
Who is The Advanced Course In Project Management For?
This programme is ideal for you if you have already completed the Programme in Project Management (PPM), or similar programmes, and have the need to embark on an exciting and more advanced programme that combines a unique combination of subjects. The programme covers both the private and public sectors, and includes services, finances, production, development, engineering and information management.
Why Must I Study This Course?
Why Must I Study This Course?
The Advanced Programme in Project Management takes you beyond the basic principles of project management and focuses on mastering advanced concepts with the integration of modern technologies and management approaches to the lifecycle of projects. The strategic aspects of projects are addressed and balanced with practical application through extensive use of software techniques and the unique programme material will undeniably elevate your approach above that of general project management. The new format of partly online, supplemented with reduced number of contact days provides the opportunity for learners to optimise time and cost.
Direct Applicability to Daily Work Duties:
Acquire skills that directly translate into improved day-to-day performance at work. The course focuses on practical applications, allowing delegates to seamlessly integrate advanced risk management, negotiation techniques, and innovative approaches into their daily project responsibilities. The knowledge gained becomes a powerful asset, enhancing efficiency, decision-making, and overall effectiveness in managing and executing projects within the workplace.
CPD and PMI Recognition:
This course offers valuable professional recognition, earning delegates Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points. Additionally, it aligns with the Project Management Institute (PMI) standards, ensuring that the knowledge and skills acquired are globally recognized and contribute towards professional certifications and development. This recognition enhances the value of your educational investment in the broader professional landscape.
Direct Applicability to Daily Work Duties:
Acquire skills that directly translate into improved day-to-day performance at work. The course focuses on practical applications, allowing delegates to seamlessly integrate advanced risk management, negotiation techniques, and innovative approaches into their daily project responsibilities. The knowledge gained becomes a powerful asset, enhancing efficiency, decision-making, and overall effectiveness in managing and executing projects within the workplace.
CPD and PMI Recognition:
This course offers valuable professional recognition, earning delegates Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points. Additionally, it aligns with the Project Management Institute (PMI) standards, ensuring that the knowledge and skills acquired are globally recognized and contribute towards professional certifications and development. This recognition enhances the value of your educational investment in the broader professional landscape.
Expert Guidance from University of Pretoria:
Benefit from the wealth of expertise provided by renowned experts from the University of Pretoria. Engage with experienced instructors and industry professionals who bring a depth of knowledge and real-world insights, enriching your learning experience.
Advanced Skill Mastery:
This course delves beyond basic principles, offering an opportunity to master advanced project management concepts. Delegates will gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills that elevate their proficiency in project planning, risk management, and strategic implementation.
Innovative Techniques:
Explore cutting-edge innovation for project managers. The program incorporates the latest methodologies, ensuring that delegates not only understand traditional project management but also stay ahead by integrating innovative techniques into their project approach.
Expert Guidance from University of Pretoria:
Benefit from the wealth of expertise provided by renowned experts from the University of Pretoria. Engage with experienced instructors and industry professionals who bring a depth of knowledge and real-world insights, enriching your learning experience.
Advanced Skill Mastery:
This course delves beyond basic principles, offering an opportunity to master advanced project management concepts. Delegates will gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills that elevate their proficiency in project planning, risk management, and strategic implementation.
Innovative Techniques:
Explore cutting-edge innovation for project managers. The program incorporates the latest methodologies, ensuring that delegates not only understand traditional project management but also stay ahead by integrating innovative techniques into their project approach.
What Will My Course Content Include:
What Will My Course Content Include:
- Innovation for project managers
- Project system development and methodologies
- Advanced critical chain and simulation
- Microsoft Projects
- Project portfolio management
- Strategic management
- Negotiation and conflict management
- Advanced risk management
The course will be presented online with one-day contact sessions per module. MS Projects will be covered in three contact days. There will be a 6 week period allocated for the compulsory online pre-course work before attending class contact sessions.
What Are My Learning Outcomes?
What Are My Learning Outcomes?
After successfully completing the programme, you will be able to
- apply advanced risk and critical-chain tools and techniques to project plans
- integrate and apply negotiating skills and techniques to project contracts
- incorporate innovation techniques into project approach
- integrate project control into the e-business environment, and
- develop customised methodologies and systems to project initiatives.
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements
Prospective delegates should at least have successfully completed the Programme in Project Management (PPM) offered by the University of Pretoria or similar training intervention.
Payment for courses
Payment for courses
To ensure that cash flow doesn’t hinder your education, we offer flexible payment options to support you in pursuing your studies.
To secure your seat on a course, full payment of the course fee must be received. We offer the option to pay off the course fee, but the entire balance must be received at least 14 days before the course starts.
If a client cannot make full payment some time before a course starts, options exists at Mobicred or Fundi to grant a loan to the client and make the full payment to EUP on behalf of the client. The client then pays back the fee in monthly instalments to the organization that granted the loan.
To use Mobicred, you need to complete an online credit application at https://mobicred.co.za/, agree to the terms and conditions, and provide the necessary documents.
Fundi provides short course loans and educational finance services, catering to people seeking career enhancement through additional training. Please click on https://loans.fundi.co.za to submit an online credit application.
However, if a client itself is in a position to make the full payment (at least a few days before the course starts), it is the preferred option.
