• A body of knowledge on the theories and approaches used to manage projects, including in contexts of uncertainty and in complex social systems 
• Parameters for deciding how to organise project management (agile, hybrid or predictive models) tailored to the context and its stakeholders 
• Methodologies and approaches to plan, monitor, report and control project implementation 
• Soft skills to engage the project team and manage stakeholders’ expectations and contributions 
• Communication strategies to foster cooperation among project actors, facilitate remote work, enhance project visibility and report on results 
• Basics of AI and what it can responsibly offer to support your work as a project manager in a transparent and ethical manner 

• Establishing a common ground on the basics of Project Cycle Management 
• Operational project planning 
• Settings of complexity 
• Agile and adaptive project management approaches and techniques 
• Project governance structures, from traditional functional to remote models 
• Stakeholder engagement, leadership, team management and communication 
• Risk management, procurement management and financial management 
• Monitoring, control and reporting, including remotely and with new technologies 
• Artificial Intelligence: opportunities and limits — including those we should set for ourselves — and the tools and techniques that can help us work more efficiently and effectively  

• Review your own project’s theory of change 
• Assess the complexity of your project setting 
• Map your stakeholder network and plan for communication 
• Design a project governance structure that is fit for purpose and aligned with its institutional context 
• Design an operational plan 
• Try out and assess agile planning and monitoring techniques 
• Assess and plan the management of your project’s risks 
• Plan the monitoring, reporting and control functions of your project 
• Use AI tools to enhance the efficiency and quality of your planning and implementation processes 

This certification programme is delivered in a blended learning format, combining distance learning with an in-person learning experience. It includes an online phase followed by a one-week workshop in Turin at the United Nations Campus, as part of the 2026 Development Cooperation Academy.

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After the workshop, participants complete a final project with remote expert support before receiving their certification.

The programme represents approximately 70 hours of learning over seven weeks and is designed to be practical and manageable alongside professional commitments.

You should join this training since:

• Project management skills are essential for development professionals.
• Integrating classical management methodologies with the latest agile and adaptive techniques is the best approach to maximize success.
• Participants receive a professional certificate attesting to their project management skills.
• The programme is designed and delivered by project management experts and practitioners.
• Participatory activities include self-guided modules, an online forum, practical assignments, coaching and tutoring.
• Participants receive permanent access to the Project Management Toolkit.

Upon successful completion of the Academy, participants receive a Certificate of Achievement in their chosen discipline.

This certificate shows that you have fulfilled all assignments, knowledge tests and other prerequisites to a minimum standard.

The complete effort amounts to 70 hours of learning.

The certificate is a digital certificate which is protected by block-chain technology and can be displayed on social media.