Faculty of Business Management & Operations

Occupational Certificate – Project Manager

Occupational Certificate – Project Manager NQF 5 – SAQA ID 101869

Project Manager NQF 5 South Africa is a nationally recognised Occupational Certificate (SAQA ID 101869) designed to prepare learners for professional project management roles across various industries.This QCTO-aligned qualification prepares learners to plan, execute, monitor, and successfully complete projects within scope, time, and budget constraints.

Qualification Overview

The Occupational Certificate: Project Manager NQF 5 develops competencies in project planning, risk management, stakeholder communication, budgeting, quality control, and performance monitoring. Learners are trained to coordinate resources, manage teams, and ensure that project objectives align with organisational goals.

This qualification combines theoretical knowledge with workplace practical experience, ensuring that graduates are job-ready and capable of contributing immediately in real-world project environments.

Project Management Qualification in South Africa

The Project Manager NQF 5 South Africa qualification is aligned with national occupational standards and prepares learners for leadership roles within project-driven environments. As businesses increasingly rely on structured project execution, this qualification ensures that graduates understand scheduling, budgeting, risk management, stakeholder communication, and performance evaluation.

Through theoretical instruction and workplace practical components, Project Manager NQF 5 South Africa graduates gain confidence in leading teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring successful project outcomes.

Possible Career Choices

  • Project Manager
  • Project Consultant
  • Project Coordinator
  • Project Planner

Entry Requirements

Grade 12/ NQF 5

Why Study Project Management at Khano Training Institute

Khano Training Institute provides accredited qualifications aligned with QCTO standards and industry requirements. The Occupational Certificate: Project Manager NQF 5 is delivered by experienced facilitators who understand practical project environments.

Learners benefit from structured learning, workplace exposure where applicable, and industry-relevant training designed to enhance employability within South Africa’s growing project-driven economy.

Course Content

  1. Project Management Principles
  2. Project Planning and Scheduling
  3. Project Execution and Monitoring
  4. Stakeholder Management
  5. Budgeting and Financial Management
  6. Quality Management
  7. Risk Management
  8. Project Documentation and Reporting
  9. Team Leadership
  10. Ethics and Professionalism

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