Project Manager
- NQF Level 5
- NSFAS bursary
Learn to plan, run and close projects on time and within budget, from scheduling and costing to risk and teamwork.
Applications open until 12 November 2026 at 23:59 · to start in January 2027
Applications close on
12 November 2026 at 23:59
Apply now to start studying in January 2027.
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At a glance
- Level
- NQF Level 5
- You receive
- Occupational Certificate
- On completion
- Duration
- 2 years
- Full-time
- Tuition
- R 9 320.00
- per year (2027)
What is Project Manager?
This programme teaches you how projects are planned, carried out and completed, and how to keep them on time, within budget and to the right quality.
What you'll learn
- The project life cycle: starting, planning, carrying out and closing a project
- Scheduling, costing and budgeting
- Managing risk, quality and resources
- Leading and communicating with a project team
- Project reports and documents
This is an occupational qualification registered with the QCTO. It is made up of knowledge (theory) modules, practical skills modules and workplace experience, and ends with an external integrated summative assessment. When you pass, you receive an Occupational Certificate.
Where can this take me?
- Project administrator or coordinator
- Assistant project manager
- Project officer
- Project manager on smaller projects
- Planning assistant
What qualification do I receive?
Occupational Certificate
When you complete Project Manager, you receive an Occupational Certificate at NQF Level 5.
- NQF Level 5
- Certificate
- SAQA ID 101869
Accredited by
What do I need to apply?
You can apply from Grade 12 or NQF Level 4, or any of the other options below.
Minimum requirement: any ONE of the following, or a higher qualification.
- 1Option 1: Grade 12
- 2Option 2: NC(V) Level 4
- 3Option 3: N4
- 4Option 4: Any other qualification at NQF Level 4 with Mathematical Literacy or Mathematics
Where can I study this?
How long does it take?
Full-time
2 years
When you study full-time.
Part-time
Not available
This programme is not offered part-time.
How much does it cost?
Tuition fee
R 9 320.00
Per year, for 2027.
Can I get financial aid?
Yes, financial aid is available
This programme is covered by the NSFAS bursary. If you qualify, it pays your tuition, and it can include allowances for accommodation, transport and personal care. A bursary is not guaranteed, so apply early.
You don't have to wait for the college to accept you: you can already apply for NSFAS, separately, on the NSFAS website.
Your next steps
- 1
Check the entry requirements
Make sure you have one of the qualifications listed above.
- 2
Apply before the closing date
Applications to start studying in January 2027 are open until 12 November 2026 at 23:59. Use the Apply now button.
- 3
Apply for an NSFAS bursary now
You don't have to wait for the college to accept you: you can already apply for NSFAS, separately, on the NSFAS website ↗.




