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Build a strong foundation in project management with a practical framework you can apply in real work situations. This course introduces the core concepts, processes, and tools used to support projects from start to finish. You will learn how to plan tasks, understand roles and responsibilities, manage common risks, and keep work aligned to clear objectives. By the end, you will have a clearer understanding of how projects operate and the confidence to apply essential project management practices more effectively in your role.

Master fundamental project management skills, concepts and techniques.

Certificate of Completion, 7 PDUs

7 Hours

$300

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Learn the Fundamentals
of Project Management

Getting started in project management can feel unclear when the language, structures, and expectations are unfamiliar. This course is designed to simplify that starting point, giving you a clear and approachable introduction to the discipline without assuming prior formal training.

Across the course, you will become more familiar with how projects are shaped, why organisations rely on them, and what good project support looks like in practice. It helps turn project management from something that feels abstract or intimidating into something more understandable, relevant, and easier to engage with in your day-to-day role.

For learners who want to continue building on that knowledge, this course can also serve as a useful foundation before moving on to the IPM Project Associate® certification. It is not a required step, but a sensible progression route for those who want to develop their understanding further through a more formal credential.

Globally Recognised Credentials

7.0 Professional Development<br>Units (PDUs)

Learning Outcomes and Content

Through a combination of practical case studies, exercises, and discussions, this course will provide you with a comprehensive set of tools and techniques that can be applied immediately to plan and manage your future projects effectively. By the end of the course, you will have a solid framework for achieving project success.

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Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you will be able to:

Define what a project is and recognise how it differs from routine operational work
Distinguish between project activity and business-as-usual within an organisational setting
Understand the basic structure, roles, and processes that support project delivery
Use introductory project management tools and techniques to support planning and coordination
Recognise common project challenges relating to time, resources, communication, and risk
Explain why organisations use projects to deliver change, improvement, and strategic goals

Course Modules

Explore the essential building blocks of project management through six practical modules designed to help you understand how projects work and how to support successful delivery.

What is a Project
Understand the key characteristics that define a project and how it differs from routine operational work.
Projects are Temporary Organisations
Learn how projects bring people together around defined roles, responsibilities, and shared objectives.
Projects are a System of Variables
Explore the main factors that influence project success, including time, scope, resources, and risk.
Projects are a Process
Follow the project journey from start to finish and understand the core processes involved at each stage.
Why Organisations Undertake Projects
Discover why organisations use projects to drive change, improvement, growth, and strategic outcomes.
Project Case Studies
Apply your understanding through practical examples that show how project management works in real situations.

IPM Hub & Membership

Enrolment in this programme includes 12 months’ complimentary access to IPM Membership, supporting continued professional development beyond certification.

IPM Social Network – A focused professional space for project managers to connect, exchange perspectives, and share practice-based insights.
IPM Forums – A collaborative environment for structured discussion, problem-solving, and continuous learning across project disciplines.
Events & Mentoring – Access to professional events and mentoring opportunities with experienced practitioners supporting real-world application and career development.
Digital Resources – A curated library of templates, guides, articles, and tools to support effective delivery and improved project outcomes.
PDU Tracker – A centralised tool to record and manage PDUs, simplifying ongoing professional development and PMP recertification.

Why Study Project Management?

Project management skills are increasingly valuable across industries and career paths. Learning the fundamentals can help you:

Understand how projects are planned, structured, and delivered
Contribute more confidently to team-based and project-based work
Bring more structure and clarity to day-to-day work activities and operations
Recognise how organisations use projects to deliver change and improvement
Build transferable skills that apply across many roles and sectors

Is This Course Right for You?

This course is designed for anyone looking to build a clear introduction to project management. Whether you are starting out in your career, supporting project work in your current role, or exploring project management as a future path, it offers an accessible starting point with no prior formal training required.

Early-Career Professionals, Graduates, and Final-Year Students
Team Members and Professionals Supporting Project Work
Future Project Managers and Career Changers

Read our free guide: How to Build a Career in Project Management, to learn more.

Why IPM?

Reputation & History

Project Management Expertise

Why Choose This Course

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Reputation & History

Established in 1989, IPM is a globally recognised certification body with 35+ years of excellence.
50,000+ professionals trained and 10,000+ certified through internationally accredited programmes.
Official partner of IPMA®, PMI®, and PRINCE2®, upholding global PM standards.
Trusted by 500+ organisations to upskill teams and deliver results.

Project Management Expertise

Our faculty of certified experts bring 25+ years of real-world project experience — from Project Directors to former PM Certification Heads.
For over 35 years, IPM has specialised solely in project, programme, and portfolio management, bringing decades of proven expertise to every learning experience.
Each programme blends international best practice with hands-on learning, helping you apply what you learn from day one.

Why Choose This Course

Gain the toolkit to put a successful project management framework in practice and become a changemaker in your organisation.
Unlike other courses you, will be taught by a variety of handpicked international experts in their subjects – providing you with a variety of perspective.
You will join a large and growing cohort of IPM Alumni who have invested in themselves.
The programme is practical and pulls from internationally respected methodologies.

Globally Positioned

IPM’s global position is strengthened through partnerships with the world’s leading project management certification bodies — IPMA®, PMI®, and PRINCE2®.
Through partnership with TU Dublin, Ireland’s second-largest university, IPM is able to offer programmes with university credits.
This affiliation links IPM to the European University of Technology (EUt+), extending our connection across Europe and beyond.

360° Learning Partner

As your learning partner, IPM supports your growth beyond the classroom through IPM Hub & Membership — a professional network for continuous learning and development.
Gain access to Mentoring, Volunteering, Events, and Jobs Portal — helping you build experience, connections, and career growth.
Publish your writing to strengthen your thought leadership and stay updated with global industry trends.

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Aine Shinners

Technical Project Lead at Mint-Tek

March 24th

Excellent on-demand course! Detailed and well-compiled material, presented by a selection of industry experts. The customer service/support team are also outstanding and very responsive, if you encounter any issues or have any queries (special thanks to Alex Solano). I would highly recommend the IPM!

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Project Management Framework

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7 Hours of Learning
24/7 Instant Access
12 Weeks of Full Access
Expert-led Video Lessons
5 Modules, 21+ Topics
Online Quizzes & Exercises
Certificate of Completion, 7 PDUs
Subtitles Available in Arabic, French, Chinese & Spanish

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Brenda Kane

Senior Operations Manager at Society of St Vincent de Paul Ireland

June 11th

I have now taken the intro to project management & the Certified Project Management Diploma and really enjoyed both courses. Working in the NGO sector I believe all senior managers should have a grounding in PM. I will be recommending this qualification & provider to the managers I support.

William Geach

Executive Assistant of EU Public Policy at Amazon

Aug 20th

I'd highly recommend the Institute of Project Management

I've been working in Tech for 8 years now and the Agile Project Management class turned into a huge unlock for me, it was the way our dev teams have been doing business and the environment we work in the entire time. I look forward to getting my next PM credential from you.

Padraig Friel

Project Management Consultant and Trainer at PM360 Consulting

March 24th

My experience of completing the programme is that the course is to the forefront in leading project management concepts and best practices for delivering projects effectively in the today's business world.

Paul Derwin

Technical Sales Account Manager at ASML

Jan 11th

The caliber of lecturers is very high and the course content, material and delivery are excellent. I've taken the PMP preparation course and passed on the 1st attempt. The Diploma in Strategic Project & Programme Management was equally excellent with relevant use cases, course work, and high quality lectures over a diverse range of topics.

Evelyn Morris

Quality Manager at Cal OpEx

Dec 2nd

Very knowledgeable lecturers and very relevant information

I would highly recommend the IPMA Certified Project Management Diploma course. Very knowledgeable lecturers and I have gained a wealth of knowledge having completed the course. Very relevant information, giving me the skills I needed to move forward with my project management responsibilities. Thanks to everyone at the institute!