Standards-informed by
PMI, PRINCE2 and ISO 21502.
Executive professional certification pathway
Strategic Project Management and Governance
One programme. Four professional recognitions. Stronger career advantage.
Course title
Executive Professional Programme in Strategic Project Management and Governance.
Advance from foundation to professional level through one structured 8-weekend executive certification pathway, with July 2026 live sessions and online self-study access.
- Project Management Foundation Certified (PMFC)
- Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM)
- Certified Project Management Professional (CPMP)
- Executive Professional Certificate in Strategic Project Management and Governance
Ideal for
Project officers, managers, public servants, NGO workers, contractors, consultants, administrators, entrepreneurs and professionals involved in project planning, execution, reporting and delivery.
Pathway advantage
Participants complete foundation, associate and professional project management levels before the final executive professional recognition.
| Programme details | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8 weekends across the executive certification pathway |
| Class days | Fridays – Sundays |
| Mode | Online: instructor-led live sessions and self-study |
| Start date | Friday, 17 July 2026 |
| Individual levels end date | Sunday, 23 August 2026 |
| Assessment dates | 26 July, 9 August and 23 August 2026 |
| Application deadline | Friday, 10 July 2026 |
| Discounted executive bundle offer | |
|---|---|
| Application fee | NGN 25,000 / USD 20 |
| Discounted bundle – members | NGN 500,000 / USD 365 |
| Discounted bundle – non-members | NGN 550,000 / USD 400 |
| Savings | Members save NGN 135,000 / USD 90. Non-members save NGN 145,000 / USD 105. |
The executive bundle applies to participants completing all individual certification courses toward the final Executive Professional Certificate in Strategic Project Management and Governance.
Individual certification courses
Course levels and modules in this executive programme.
Participants may apply for the full executive pathway or apply for an individual certification level. Each course level includes instructor-led live sessions and self-study access.
Project Management Foundation Certified (PMFC)
The foundation level in the July 2026 executive project management pathway, covering project fundamentals, roles, scope, planning and delivery basics.
Learning modules
- 01
Project Management Fundamentals and Project Life Cycle
This module introduces the meaning of projects, project environments and the major stages from initiation to closure. Participants learn how project work differs from routine operations. - 02
Project Roles, Responsibilities and Stakeholder Awareness
This module covers the duties of sponsors, managers, team members and other stakeholders. It explains how clear role definition improves accountability and communication. - 03
Project Scope, Objectives and Work Breakdown Structure
This module explains how to define project objectives, deliverables and boundaries. Participants learn how a work breakdown structure helps translate goals into manageable work packages. - 04
Project Planning, Scheduling and Resource Basics
This module covers basic task sequencing, timelines, resource needs and responsibility assignment. Participants learn how simple plans support coordinated delivery. - 05
Project Execution, Communication and Team Coordination
This module shows how project teams organize day-to-day implementation, meetings and communication. It covers practical coordination routines that keep work moving. - 06
Project Monitoring, Risk and Quality Awareness, Reporting and Closure Essentials
This module introduces progress tracking, basic risk awareness, quality checks and status reporting. Participants also learn the essentials of orderly project closeout.
Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM)
The associate project management level for professionals building practical capability in governance, delivery frameworks, controls and reporting.
Learning modules
- 01
Project Integration, Governance and Delivery Frameworks
This module covers how project components fit together through governance, approvals and delivery structures. Participants learn how integration improves consistency and control. - 02
Scope, Schedule, Cost and Resource Management
This module explains how to plan and coordinate the major project constraints. It covers practical tools for managing scope, timelines, budgets and people. - 03
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Management
This module covers stakeholder identification, communication planning and expectation management. Participants learn how to keep decision makers and delivery teams aligned. - 04
Risk management, Issue and Change Control
This module explains how to identify risks, record issues and manage change requests. It focuses on practical escalation and control routines. - 05
Quality Management and Performance Measurement
This module introduces quality expectations, performance indicators and delivery checks. Participants learn how to track whether outputs meet agreed standards. - 06
Procurement, Contract and Vendor Coordination
This module covers the basics of working with suppliers, contracts and external delivery partners. It explains how vendor coordination affects project outcomes. - 07
Agile, Hybrid and Adaptive Project Delivery
This module introduces agile and hybrid delivery methods for changing project environments. Participants learn when adaptive approaches may support better responsiveness. - 08
Project Documentation, Reporting and Practical Tools
This module covers essential project records, dashboards, reports and templates. Participants learn how documentation supports transparency and decision making.
Certified Project Management Professional (CPMP)
The professional project management level for strategic project leadership, governance, controls, benefits realization and executive reporting.
Learning modules
- 01
Strategic Project Leadership and Governance
This module covers project leadership at a strategic and governance level. Participants learn how decision structures, accountability and leadership behavior influence delivery success. - 02
Portfolio, Programme and Organizational Alignment
This module explains how projects connect to wider programmes, portfolios and business goals. Participants learn how alignment improves prioritization and resource decisions. - 03
Advanced Project Planning, Controls and Performance Tracking
This module covers advanced planning, milestone control and performance monitoring. It focuses on keeping complex work visible, measurable and adjustable. - 04
Project Risk, Compliance and Benefits Realization
This module examines risk governance, compliance obligations and expected project benefits. Participants learn how to protect value through disciplined oversight. - 05
Project Recovery, Claims Awareness and Decision Support
This module covers warning signs of project distress, recovery planning and claims awareness. It helps participants prepare evidence-based options for decision makers. - 06
Project Financing and Sustainability
This module introduces project funding considerations, financial discipline and sustainability issues. Participants learn how resource decisions affect long-term impact. - 07
Capstone: Project Delivery Plan, Board Report and Presentation
This capstone module requires participants to prepare a project delivery plan and executive report. It strengthens presentation, analysis and board-level communication skills.
Payment and contact
Enrollment details from the official schedule.
Bank payment
Account Name: Integrated Institute of Professional Management. Account Number: 0588546395. Bank: Guaranty Trust Bank PLC.
Online payment
Use the payment buttons on this page for NGN or USD payment. Proof of payment: [email protected].
Contact
Telephone/WhatsApp: +2348147029035 / +2347018705699. Email: [email protected].