Professional Diploma in Project Management

If you are ready to step into management, increase your earning potential, or become the person organisations depend on to deliver results, project management is one of the most powerful and future-proof skills you can add to your CV.

The Professional Diploma in Project Management at Griffith College is designed to accelerate your professional credibility and equip you with practical, job-ready project delivery skills that employers actively seek across multiple industries.

This is not theory for theory’s sake. This is applied, real-world project management that you can use immediately in your current role or leverage to move into leadership positions.

Cork Chamber members receive €50 off programme fees.

Why This Diploma Gives You a Competitive Edge
Develop structured, industry-relevant project management expertise
Learn how to plan, lead, control, and successfully deliver projects from start to finish
Strengthen leadership, communication, and decision-making skills employers value
Study part-time while continuing to build your career
Learn directly from experienced industry practitioners
Enhance your promotion prospects and career-change opportunities
Project management is now essential across sectors including business, technology, finance, construction, pharmaceuticals, public sector, and professional services.
Organisations don’t just need staff - they need professionals who can deliver measurable outcomes.

This diploma positions you to be that person.
Griffith College Cork – On-Campus Evening Delivery
Format: Part-Time
Commitment: One Evening Per Week
Duration: 12 Weeks
Delivery Day: Tuesday Evenings
Start Date: 17 February 2026
2026 Schedule
February: 17, 24
March: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April: 14, 21, 28
May: 12, 19
Examinations:
Final exam dates will align with other Business Faculty programmes and may take place during daytime hours.
Real Career Impact
This diploma is ideal if you are:

• Moving into a project-based role

• Progressing into team leadership or management

• Currently managing projects without formal training

• Returning to study to future-proof your career

• Looking to stand out in a competitive job market

Invest in Skills That Pay You Back
Project management is one of the most transferable and in-demand professional skillsets. Adding this qualification to your profile demonstrates structure, leadership capability, and commercial awareness - qualities employers consistently reward with progression and opportunity.
Make the Move
If you are ready to move from supporting projects to leading them, the Professional Diploma in Project Management at Griffith College is your next step.
Enquiries: admissions.gcc@griffith.ie
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