Project Management meet AI: Your guide to working smarter

Unlock the Power of Project Management: Your guide to working smarter

Are you ready to master the essential skills and tools that will help you manage any project with confidence? Whether you’re a professional looking to boost your career or someone wanting to apply project management skills to personal goals, this course is designed for YOU!

To ensure your skills are future-proof, this course uniquely integrates the power of artificial intelligence into every stage of the project lifecycle. Throughout our eight-week journey, each lesson will include practical, real-world examples showing you how to leverage AI tools to automate routine tasks, boost planning accuracy, and ultimately empower and enhance your capabilities as a modern project manager.

Over a 8-week immersive journey guided by Amy Carlton, you’ll walk you through every stage of the project lifecycle—step by step. From project initiation to successful closure, you’ll gain hands-on experience with core project management concepts, including:

Project Initiation: Setting clear goals and defining scope.

Project Planning: Creating realistic schedules, budgets, and risk management strategies.

Project Execution: Turning plans into action and overcoming challenges.

Project Monitoring & Control: Tracking progress, adapting, and staying on track.

Project Closure: Wrapping up the project and learning from experience.

What’s in it for you?

By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the key skills that every successful project manager needs - plus practical tools, templates, and insider tips that you can apply immediately.

We’ll dive deep into:

• Effective Time Management: Master your time like a pro.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Keep your projects on track and within budget.
• Clear Communication: Learn how to convey your ideas and keep stakeholders aligned.
• Problem Solving: Develop critical thinking skills to solve challenges on the fly.

Plus, every lesson will include real-life examples, hands-on exercises, and a PM toolkit packed with resources you can take with you long after the course ends.

Why should you enroll?

For Professional Growth: Project managers are in demand across industries - from tech to construction to finance. Whether you're looking to switch careers or advance in your current role, the skills you'll gain here will set you apart as a clear communicator, effective leader, and dynamic problem-solver.

For Personal Growth: Looking to tackle a big personal project, like planning a wedding, building an extension, or writing a book? Project management isn’t just for work - it’s a life skill. Learn how to approach any personal project with confidence, structure, and a step-by-step process to ensure you succeed.

Ready to take control of your projects - both personal and professional? Enroll today and start your journey toward becoming a certified project management pro!

The course will be delivered onsite at the Blackrock Further Education Institute (BFEI).

The course is as part of an overall validated programme leading to a Level 6 QQI Certificate.

Students who successfully complete the course assessment will obtain the NFQ Level 6 QQI Advanced Component Certificate in Project Management 6N4090.

Assessment (Optional)

Course work 70%*
Assignment 30%

*Practical activities, inquiries and projects through written, oral, graphic, audio, visual or digital evidence, or any combination of these, but predominately written