What you will learn
What You Will Learn.
- 01
Project FoundationsProject lifecycle; governance; identifying the people affected by the project; the business case.
- 02
PlanningScope, work breakdown structure, schedule, resources, costs and procurement.
- 03
Delivery and ControlRisk, quality, communications, change control, progress reporting and performance measures.
- 04
Closure and ApplicationHandover, lessons learned and an applied project case study.
- 05
The Credential RouteHow this course relates to PMI's eligibility requirements and the PMP® examination.
Credential route
The Route to the PMP® Credential.
- Foundation Course
- Documented Project Leadership Experience
- 35 Hours of PMI-Eligible Training
- PMI Eligibility Review
- PMI Application and Examination
Learning outcomes
Knowledge You Can Put to Work.
- Build a scope, work breakdown structure and schedule for a project or shutdown
- Control risk, quality, change and progress
- Report progress to project sponsors and client leadership
- Plan your own route to PMP® eligibility
Who should attend
Is This Programme for You?
Technical specialists, co-ordinators, supervisors and aspiring project managers.
Entry Requirements
Ask the Academy team about the background knowledge recommended for this programme.
Career Pathway (Illustrative)
- Project Co-ordinator
- Project / Shutdown Lead
- Project Manager
- PMP Applicant
Assessment and recognition
What the Programme Leads To.
Optimal Academy certificate of completion.
This is an introductory course. It is not a PMI Authorized Training Partner course and does not provide the 35 hours of project management education required for PMP® eligibility. From 1 December 2026, PMI accepts live instructor-led training towards those hours only from Authorized Training Partners and accredited academic programmes.
PMP and PMBOK are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.
Assessment uses knowledge checks and practical activities or simulations, with assignments or portfolio evidence where the course requires them. Every learner receives individual feedback.
Enrolment dates
Plan Your Next Step.
Contact the Academy team for the next intake, enrolment closing date, session timetable and a written quotation.
Request dates and a quotation