College of Project Management

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Develop the expertise to lead complex projects successfully. Our industry-recognised programs prepare you for certification and career advancement in the dynamic field of project management.

Home College of Project Management

College of Project Management

Develop the expertise to lead complex projects successfully. Our industry-recognised programs prepare you for certification and career advancement in the dynamic field of project management.

About the College

The College of Project Management at Kent Business College is a center of excellence dedicated to developing skilled project professionals ready to tackle today’s complex business challenges. Our programs combine theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring graduates are prepared for immediate success in the workplace.

We offer a comprehensive range of programs from entry-level certifications to advanced degrees, all aligned with industry standards and accredited by leading professional bodies including the Project Management Institute (PMI) and the Association for Project Management (APM).

Pass rates across PMP, APM and AXELOS qualifications.

48 %

Industry partnerships providing real-world project experience

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Apprenticeship Programs

Our industry-recognised apprenticeship programs combine workplace learning with academic study, providing a direct pathway to professional qualifications.

Programmes

Project Control Professional
with
APM- Chartered Project Professional (APM-ChPP)

level 6

Develop advanced project control skills and earn Chartered Project Professional status. This focuses on complex project planning, monitoring, and control techniques for large-scale initiatives.

Associate Project Manager
with
PMP or APM PMQ

level 4

Develop core project management skills to support the delivery of projects across various sectors. Includes APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) certification.

Modules

Project Technician Professional
with
APM Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)

level 3

Begin your project control career with this foundation apprenticeship. Learn essential skills in project scheduling, cost control, and performance monitoring for successful project delivery.

Project Manager Degree

level 6

Earn a full bachelor’s degree while working as a project manager. Comprehensive program covering all aspects of modern project management with specialisation options.

Project Management Diploma

level 7

Advanced diploma for experienced project professionals seeking to enhance strategic project leadership skills. Self-funded program with flexible study options

PMP or APM Project Professional

Ideal for: Aspiring project managers and those looking to formalise their project management skills with a globally recognised certification.

PMI Schedule Professional (SP)

Ideal for: Project control professionals, planners, and those managing complex project schedules.

Cost Engineering and Earned Value Management

Ideal for: Project managers and cost engineers looking to deepen their expertise in financial control and earned value management techniques.

Risk Management Level 1 and 2

Ideal for: Project managers, risk analysts, and project control professionals involved in managing project risks.

Project Planning and Control

Ideal for: Project planners, schedulers, and project control professionals who want to strengthen their planning and control capabilities.

Month 1: Orientation & Foundations

Program introduction, learning platform orientation, and foundational project management concepts.

Onboarding

Foundations

Months 2-10: Project Management Competences and Knowledge Areas

Master PMP Knowledge Areas, Domains, Agile Project Management, and APM Competencies (PPQ) in one streamlined programme—qualify for either exam upon completion.

PMI - PMP/APM- PPQ

Core Module

Months 11–14: Specialised Module 1 – Scheduled Professional (SP) or Programme Management (MSP)

Schedule Professional suits entry to mid-level project management roles, while Programme Management prepares you to lead projects that drive strategic business outcomes.

PMI-SP/ Axelos MSP

Route Selection

Months 15–18: Specialised Module 2 – Earned Value Management (EVM) or Managing Portfolios

EVM suits entry to mid-level roles focused on cost management, while Managing Portfolios aligns projects and programmes strategically, prioritising and optimising initiatives for maximum organisational benefit.

EVM (APMG) / Managing Portfolios (APMG)

Route Selection

Months 19-22: Core Module 3 - Risk Management Level 1 and 2 (APM)

Risk Management (Levels 1 & 2) is a core module—essential for strategic leaders and project controllers, as effective management, data reporting, and interpretation cannot be achieved without considering risks.

Risk Management Level 1 and 2 (APM)

Core Module

Months 23-26: Specialised Module 4 - Project Planning and Control (PPC) or Project Management Office (PMI- PMO)

This expanded programme lets you specialise either in PPC, focusing on planning and reporting, or in PMO, developing frameworks, reporting templates, and communication channels. Both routes integrate in-depth AI applications to transform your data analysis, reporting, and framework development, enhancing your ability to consolidate lessons learned effectively.

Advanced Planning

Control Systems

PPC/PMI-PMO

Route Selection

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Month 1

Orientation & Foundations

Program introduction, learning platform orientation, and foundational project management concepts.

Months 2-10

Project Management Competences and Knowledge Areas

Master PMP Knowledge Areas, Domains, Agile Project Management, and APM Competencies (PPQ) in one streamlined programme—qualify for either exam upon completion.

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Months 11–14

Specialised Module 1 – Scheduled Professional (SP)

Schedule Professional suits entry to mid-level project management roles

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Programme Management (MSP)

Programme Management prepares you to lead projects that drive strategic business outcomes.

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Months 15–18

Specialised Module 2 – Earned Value Management (EVM)

EVM suits entry to mid-level roles focused on cost management.

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Managing Portfolios

Managing Portfolios aligns projects and programmes strategically, prioritising and optimising initiatives for maximum organisational benefit.

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Months 19-22

Core Module 3 - Risk Management Level 1 and 2 (APM)

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Months 23-26

Specialised Module 4 - Project Planning and Control (PPC)

This expanded programme lets you specialise either in PPC, focusing on planning and reporting.

OR

Project Management Office (PMI- PMO)

in PMO, developing frameworks, reporting templates, and communication channels. Both routes integrate in-depth AI applications to transform your data analysis, reporting, and framework development, enhancing your ability to consolidate lessons learned effectively.

Project Management Apprenticeship Programs

Our industry-recognised apprenticeship programs combine workplace learning with academic study, providing a direct pathway to professional qualifications.

We deliver globally recognised certifications from the Project Management Institute (PMI), designed to validate skills and advance careers in project management:

1. PMP® (Project Management Professional): The world’s leading certification for experienced project managers, covering scope, time, cost, quality, risk, and leadership.

2. PMI-SP® focuses on mastering project scheduling and ensuring timely delivery through effective time and resource management.

3. PMI-PMO focuses on building and managing Project Management Offices to align projects with organizational strategy and improve performance.

PMI Authorized Training Partner

AXELOS Certified Partner

We offer three of AXELOS’s leading global certifications in project, programme, and risk management:

1.PRINCE2® – Project Management

2.MSP® – Programme Management and Organisational Change

3.MoR® – Risk Management

Each programme provides an internationally recognised framework to strengthen your professional skills and improve project outcomes.

We offer three of APM’s leading professional qualifications designed to strengthen your capability in project and risk management:

1.Risk Management Level 1 – Foundation in risk management principles and processes.

2.Risk Management Level 2 – Advanced application of tools and techniques for managing risks in complex projects and programmes.

3.Project Professional Qualification (PPQ) – The most comprehensive assessment of project management capability, providing direct entry to Full Membership of APM (MAPM).

APM Accredited Provider

Enhance your project management expertise with our APMG-accredited training bundle, combining three globally recognised programmes:

1.Managing Portfolios (MoP®): Align projects and programmes with strategy to deliver maximum value.

2.Earned Value Management (EVM): Master cost control and performance measurement techniques to keep projects on track and within budget.

3.Project Planning & Control (PPC): Gain practical skills in planning, scheduling, monitoring, and controlling projects for successful delivery.

APMG International Accredited

Our Project Management Experts

Learn from world-class instructors with extensive academic and industry experience in project and programme management. Our experts combine research excellence, real-world consultancy, and global leadership to deliver practical insights that empower future project leaders.

Dr. Amgad Badewi

Project Management Specialist

A highly accomplished academic and practitioner in Project and Programme Management, with a PhD from Cranfield University, serving as Reader at the University of Kent, and holding multiple leadership, research, and advisory roles across top universities, professional bodies (APM, PMI), and international journals— recognized for award-winning
research and major contributions to project benefits management and global PM standards.

Dr. Ray Maed

Project Management Consultant

Ray is a Founding Partner at p3m global, a leading consultancy in delivering sustainable change and strategic execution. With over 20 years in the P3M industry, he is a recognised thought leader, advising FTSE 100 boards and speaking at global events. He has a background in telecoms and IT, with experience across diverse industries.
Author of Delivering Successful PMOs, Ray also serves as an External Advisor and Non-Executive Director, focusing on governance, transformation, and agility.

Dr. Stephen Jenner

Managing Portfolio Specialist

Stephen Jenner has extensive experience at senior level of the UK Senior Civil Service, where he was Director of Criminal Justice IT and benefits management advisor on a range of cross government programmes.

Our Coaches

Our experienced coaches provide personalized guidance, mentorship, and support to help learners achieve their professional goals. With strong industry backgrounds and a passion for education, they empower students to develop the skills and confidence needed for real-world success.

Adeyemi Adeshina

Senior Trainer

A Project Management Coach with deep experience in marketing strategy and execution for global brands like Unilever, Pepsi, Lufthansa, and Mondelez. I guide professionals and teams to lead projects with clarity, structure, and impact. My approach blends market research, strategic planning, and hands-on execution to ensure business goals are met efficiently and effectively. I help teams align, prioritize, and deliver projects that drive measurable growth.

Mariam Beridze

Coach

Skills coach at Kent Business College supporting apprentices.Holds a BSc in Tourism and Hospitality Management and an MSc in Project Management.Professional qualifications include the Certificate in Education and Training, CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, and Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice.Passionate about learning, people development,and delivering high-quality work in educational and professional settings.

Nada Marei

Project Management & Control Coach

Provides structured guidance, feedback, and skills development to project managers to improve project outcomes; coordinates 20+ monthly training sessions for 20+ UK project manager apprentices with 98% on-time reminder delivery and 95% LMS accessibility; reduces absenteeism by 30% through proactive follow-ups while evaluating 100+ monthly assignments against UK apprenticeship standards; and optimizes digital learning by editing and uploading 10+ weekly video segments, increasing LMS resource utilization and program social media visibility.

Olivia Evans

Coach

Skills Coach at Kent Business College supporting apprentices. She holds a Master’s in Strategic Project Management and aims to progress into a Project Manager role.

Project Management Apprenticeship Programs Partners

Our industry-recognised apprenticeship programs combine workplace learning with academic study, providing a direct pathway to professional qualifications.