CMI Level 5 Certificate in Project Management

General Entry Requirements

The general entry requirements below identify the minimum qualifications needed to apply for the programme. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on application. You are required to upload a copy of your qualification certificates to show how you meet the entry requirements for the programme prior to enrolment. Applications will also require successful completion of the admissions process.

GCSE/ Level 2 Requirements

• GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills- Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Course Entry Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months experience in a middle managerial role, for example: operations manager, divisional manager, departmental manager, regional manager, specialist manager, e.g. HR manager/Business partner; finance manager, production manager, procurement manager, etc

OR

• A minimum of 36 months experience as a supervisor/team leader, such as Team Leader, Supervisor, Project Officer, Shift Manager/Shift Supervisor, or Foreperson.

OR

• A Business Owner

AND

• Level 3 qualification or higher. (i.e.: A level, access to higher education diploma, advanced apprenticeship, AS level, international Baccalaureate diploma, level 3 award, level 3 certificate, level 3 diploma, level 3 ESOL, level 3 national certificate, level 3 national diploma, or level 3 NVQ)

AND

• Have the ability to carry out independent research and complete assignments.

Accreditation of Prior Learning

Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). Further details on APL can be found in the HE admissions process section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.

International Students English Language Requirements

International applicants, from Non-Native English-speaking countries, must have evidence of English Language Level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:

• IELTS 6.0 (Academic) (minimum of 5.5 in all skills)
• PTE Academic 51 (minimum of 46 in each part)
• Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk

• 1x evidence booklet to be completed (Unit 513)
• 1x business improvement project (Unit 524)
• 1x presentation (business improvement proposal to senior management within your organisation. It must be approved to complete unit 524)

Both units require independent reading and academic research outside class hours as well as completion of an assignment and a business improvement project.

Requires the learner to possess the confidence to study independently, utilise various learning resources for academic research, and demonstrate proficiency in business report writing, project management, and essay writing skills necessary for executing a business improvement project and completing an assignment.

Successful completion of the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Project Management opens various pathways for further study and employment opportunities:

Further Study

Learners may progress to advanced qualifications, such as the CMI Level 7 course available within the college, further enhancing their project management and leadership expertise.

Employment

This qualification provides the practical skills needed to lead and manage projects across a range of industries. Potential roles include:

• Project Manager: Plan, execute, and oversee projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Business Improvement Specialist: Analyse and improve business processes to drive operational efficiency.
• Operations Manager: Apply project management principles to optimize business operations and ensure quality standards.
• Program Manager: Manage multiple projects, aligning them with broader strategic goals and organizational objectives.
• Consultant: Provide project management expertise to organizations looking to implement change and improve processes.

Key skills developed within this course include:

Technical Skills

• Project Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Closure
• Business Improvement Project Development
• Project Documentation and Reporting
• Strategic Analysis and Alignment with Business Goals
• Stakeholder Management and Communication

Employability Skills

• Leadership and Team Collaboration
• Effective Communication and Presentation Skills
• Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving
• Critical Analysis and Decision-Making
• Independent Study and Academic Research
• Business Report Writing and Presentation of Proposals