OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Project Management.

Level 5 Diploma in Project Management.

Level 5 Diploma in Project Management.


Level 5 Diploma in Project Management.

This qualification is an RQF Level 5 Undergraduate degree that will develop your practical project management skills and prepare you to work in a wide range of contexts.

The Level 5 units gives you the opportunity to progress in specific subject occupational
areas. You will develop an enhanced knowledge and skills in the areas of operations
management, project quality management, business strategy, responsible business
practices, project planning and execution and digital business practices.

Successful completion of this qualification will equip learners with industry-specific and
practical skills, enabling them to successfully apply their knowledge in the workplace,
enhance their career prospects and allow progression to further study.

This Level 5 Diploma qualifications represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities
and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Higher
National Diplomas (HND) and Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree programme. 

Learners will study level 5 units that consists of 6 mandatory units, 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and the recommended Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for this qualification is a minimum of 600 hours. The qualification can be completed within 6-12months.


This qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) 


All fees paid for the qualification include:
1.e-portfolio allocation.
2.Tutor support.
3. Research and support materials.
4. Certificate issue.
5. Learner support if raised and identified.
6. FREE NUS discount card.
7. When on an instalment plan there is no interest rate charged.
8. Upon signing up for the qualification an agreed break in learning and qualification can be issued upon request as soon as it is identified and raised.

Course structure

Below is a list of the mandatory units that make up the qualification. 
  • Operations Management in Projects (20 credits ).
  • Project Quality Management (20 credits ).
  • Business Strategy and Sustainability (20 credits ).
  • Responsible Business Practices (20 credits ).
  • Project Planning, Execution and Evaluation (20 credits).
  • Digital Business Practices (20 credits ).
  • Entry requirement:

    • Relevant Level 4 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification.
    • GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification.
    • Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience.

    Method of Assessment:
    This qualification is internally assessed and quality assured by Centre staff then externally quality assured. This is a knowledge and competence-based qualification.
    Knowledge evidence includes but not limited to written work completed then submitted online via the e-portfolio system, assignment tasks and where possible reports from work placement while considering GDPR as required as part of assessment.
    Direct observation of competence inline to unit standard and learner’s Organisation policy and procedure where there is COVID restriction in place has to be followed.
    To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, you must provide evidence to demonstrate that you have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. Judgement that you have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by your allocated Assessor.


    Support facility available:
    24/7 online access to e-portfolio available upon registration, including planned Tutor support.
    Hybrid teaching and learning takes place which include face to face where possible and virtual online classroom session.
    Research and support materials available to learner.

    Online e-learning platform is used to support learner while on the programme.
    Tutors are all sector expert with over 30 years combined experience of working and delivering within the Sector.

    Method of Payment:
    Employer funding and invoicing.
    Self funding available with the option of an instalment plan.


    Career Progression:
    • Manager
    • Project Manager
    • Upon completing this qualification Learners are able to progress into management positions if not already in position.
    • Learners are also eligible to gain direct entry into Year 2 of a three year UK Bachelor’s degree programme.
    For 2 monthly instalment payment plan, complete the contact us form below to make arrangement for instalment.  
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