Course Overview:
The Diploma in Project Management is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to manage projects effectively across various industries. The course covers key areas such as project planning, execution, monitoring, budgeting, risk management, and team leadership. Graduates are prepared for roles as project managers, coordinators, or planners in fields such as construction, IT, finance, and consulting.
Duration:
The duration of the Diploma in Project Management typically ranges from 1 to 2 years, depending on the institution and whether the course is pursued full-time or part-time.
Syllabus: Semester-Wise Breakdown
Semester 1:
Introduction to Project Management
Principles of Management and Organizational Behavior
Project Planning and Scheduling
Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies
Business Communication and Professional Writing
Project Management Tools (MS Project, Primavera)
Semester 2:
Cost Estimation and Budgeting
Project Monitoring and Evaluation
Quality Management in Projects
Resource Management and Procurement
Leadership and Team Building in Project Management
Project Work/Internship (Mandatory)
Semester 3:
Advanced Project Management Techniques
Agile Project Management and Scrum
Project Governance and Compliance
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
Strategic Project Management
Research Methodology and Data Analytics in Project Management
Semester 4:
Project Closure and Reporting
Innovations in Project Management
Legal Aspects of Project Management
Sustainable Project Management Practices
Final Dissertation/Project Presentation
Average Fees:
The average fees for the Diploma in Project Management course range between ₹30,000 to ₹2,00,000 depending on the institution and location.
Exams to Attend:
Students are required to complete semester-wise exams, practical assessments, and project work related to project management. Additionally, many institutions encourage certifications in project management methodologies like PMP (Project Management Professional), CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management), or PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments).
Top 10 Ranking Institutions Combined in India:
Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad
Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad
Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Pune
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Mumbai
Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore
Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai
Amity University, Noida
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai
Top 10 Institutions in Kerala:
Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies, Kochi
SCMS School of Business, Kochi
St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam
Sacred Heart College, Kochi
Farook College, Kozhikode
Marian College, Kuttikkanam, Idukki
St. Albert’s College, Kochi
MES College, Marampally
MACFAST (Mar Athanasios College for Advanced Studies), Thiruvalla
Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, Changanassery