GPDC Project Management Skills Bootcamp

Programme Overview - GPDC Project Management Skills Bootcamp

The GPDC Project Management Skills Bootcamp is an intensive employer-focused training programme designed to equip learners with the practical knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviours required to succeed in project management roles across multiple industries. The programme combines industry-led training, real-world project simulations, digital tools, employer engagement activities, and career development support to ensure participants are workplace ready.

Programme Structure:

                                    Total Duration: 12 Weeks

                                    Total Learning Hours: 120 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)

Programme Breakdown:

Delivery Mode:

The programme is delivered through a flexible blended learning approach to accommodate learners from diverse backgrounds and commitments.

                            - Online Live Learning

•                             - Interactive tutor-led sessions
•                             - Real-time discussions and collaboration
•                             - Virtual classroom delivery
•                             - Weekly progress reviews

                            - Practical Workshops

•                             - Project planning exercises
•                             - Agile simulations
•                             - Risk management case studies
•                             - Stakeholder management scenarios

Further supports:

• •                            - Team-based project activities

                           - Employer engagement

•                            - Guest speakers from industry
•                            - Employer challenge projects
•                            - Recruitment and networking sessions
•                            - Industry insight webinars

                           - Independent Learning

•                            - Self-paced learning resources
•                            - Project management tool practice
•                            - Guided assignments
•                            - Reflection and portfolio development

                           - Career Support

•                            - CV and LinkedIn development
•                            - Interview preparation workshops
•                            - Career coaching sessions
•                            - Job search support
•                            - Professional networking guidance

Weekly Commitment: 

Learners should expect to commit approximately 10 Hours per week including 5 hours live online learning, 3 hours practical activities, and 2 hours independent study.

Learner Journey:

Phase 1: Foundations (Weeks 1-3) - 30 Hours

•               - Introduction to Project Management
•               - Project Lifecycle
•               - Project Governance
•               - Planning Fundamentals
• Phase 2: Core Project Management Skills (Weeks 4-7) - 40 Hours

•               - Scheduling and Resource Management
•               - Risk Management
•               - Quality Management
•               - Budgeting and Cost Control
• Phase 3: Agile and Digital Delivery (Weeks 8-9) - 20 Hours

•               - Agile and Scrum
•               - Microsoft Project
•               - Microsoft Planner                                
• Phase 4: Project Simulation and Industry Challenge (Weeks 10-11) - 20 Hours

•               - End-to-end project simulation
•               - Team project delivery
•               - Stakeholder presentations

Phase 5: Career Preparation (Week 12) - 10 Hours

•               - Professional portfolio
•               - CV and LinkedIn enhancement
•               - Mock interviews
•               - Employer networking

Programme Highlights:

              - 120 Guided Learning Hours

              - 12-Week Intensive Skills Bootcamp

              - Flexible Online Delivery

              - Industry-Led Learning

              - Employer Engagement Activities

              - Project Management Software Training

              - Real-World Project Simulation

              - Career Coaching and Employability Support

              - Certificate of Completion

Award: GPDC Project Management Skills Bootcamp Certificate (120 GLH)

Successful learners will receive a certificate confirming achievement of the programme and attainment of key project management competencies aligned with current industry requirements.