Project management skills travel across every industry, which is why these courses are so popular. But "project management course" covers everything from a weekend workshop to a full qualification. Here's how to choose the right level.
The main options
- Accredited NQF qualifications (e.g. around NQF 4–5) — recognised, credit-bearing.
- Professional certifications aligned to frameworks like PMBOK or PRINCE2.
- Agile/Scrum short courses for modern delivery environments.
- Short workshops for specific tools and techniques.
Match the course to your goal
Want formal recognition and progression? Choose an accredited NQF qualification. Want to signal methodology expertise to employers? A recognised certification helps. Just need to run projects better at work? A focused short course may be enough.
How to compare providers
Look at accreditation (for NQF programmes), trainer experience, whether you'll work on real project artefacts, and delegate ratings on Skivo. Practical, applied courses beat pure theory every time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need matric to study project management?
Entry requirements vary by level. Some short courses have none; accredited qualifications may require a certain NQF level or experience.
Is Agile or PMBOK better?
Neither is universally better — it depends on your industry. Many professionals learn both over time.