Project Management - Cork
The course is suitable for individuals who may have practical experience of either being involved in projects or managing and leading projects but need to supplement this with the necessary education.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | Munster Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) | Special Purpose | Munster Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1 semester, part-time, blended.
The course is approximately six months in duration.
Entry Requirements
The Certificate in Project Management is applicable to all industrial sectors (not just technical projects).
The course is suitable for individuals who may have practical experience of either being involved in projects or managing and leading projects but need to supplement this with the necessary education.
Applicants should have a minimum of a Level 6 qualification (or equivalent). Equivalent recognition may be given through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process on an individual case-by-case basis to candidates who have not achieved this academic standard but who can demonstrate relevant professional experience.
What is RPL?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.
Further information
The next intake will begin on September 26th 2025 and January 16th 2026.
€3,850 (includes MTU exam fees)
**Funding Options Available**
The course cost is normally €3,850 however a 25% subsidy from Skillnet is currently available to eligible applicants. This reduces the course cost to €2,887.50 (a saving of €962.50).
In order to avail of funding you must be working in the private sector. Public sector workers are not eligible for Skillnet funding.
All private sector businesses of any size, including sole traders, that are based in the Republic of Ireland are eligible to undertake part-funded upskilling with Skillnet Ireland.
Please note: the company must be paying the course fee. Funding is not available to individual applicants.
Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €250 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee. You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button; you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you and you wish to accept it.
Application Deadline 23rd September 2025
With the emergence of Project Management as a standalone profession, international accreditation that is accepted across industries is becoming increasingly important. The course is suitable for individuals who may have practical experience of either being involved in projects or managing and leading projects but need to supplement this with the necessary education. This course is aimed at those who seek to employ professional project management methodologies in the Initiation, Planning, Execution, Control and Close-Out of their Projects.
This MTU accredited Special Purpose Award in Project Management uses a combination of external experts and in-house lecturers to provide a broad scope of industrial and academic expertise. The content and delivery is applicable to all industrial sectors (not just technical projects).
The programme educates students in both traditional predictive / waterfall & Agile Project Management approaches – both essential toolsets for a Project Manager.
The Special Purpose Award combines advanced Project Management techniques and methodologies with the real-life experiences of an expert panel of leading project management lecturers from a wide range of industrial sectors. The course consists of a combination of lectures, seminars, case studies, guest speakers, simulations and practical projects. Course delegates complete various assignments in the class, as project teams and individual assignments.
Award
Students who complete all three modules, will be entitled to an accredited Certificate in Project Management (Special Purpose Award –10 ECTS credits at level 8 and 5 ECTS credits at level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications, awarded by Munster Technological University).
CAMMS
T: 021 432 6264
Email: CammsCork@mtu.ie