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The Graduate Certificate of Project Management will refresh and add to your existing skills and provide newcomers with the foundations needed to be effective and innovative members of project teams.

The Certificate’s four units – Strategic Project Management, Project Management for Innovative Outcomes, the Risk Management Spectrum and Operations Management – will teach you strong technical and strengthened people skills.

Guest speakers – who include Project Directors, Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters – will explore agile leadership in a range of innovative projects.

From simulations, role plays, case studies and teamwork you will learn to assess what projects need and how to use the latest methodologies and tools.

The Graduate Certificate of Project Management qualifies you for AIPM student membership and puts you on the path to full industry accreditation.

Duration

6 months full-time or equivalent part-time

Intakes

Online (March, July, November) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Online

2023 Start Dates

Teaching Period 3 - 06 November 2023

Teaching Period 2 - 10 July 2023

2024 Start Dates

Teaching Period 1 - 11 March 2024

Teaching Period 2 - 08 July 2024

Teaching Period 3 - 04 November 2024

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Graduate Certificate of Project Management focuses on the fundamental principles of project management and their application in the real world. The course is for people looking to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of project management across multiple sectors. It develops problem-solving skills and the ability to create and communicate professional project management plans that address complex business problems and support organisational change. The Graduate Certificate of Project Management is a pathway to a Master of Project Management.

Course structure

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Project Management students must complete 50 credit points comprising:

4 core units

Units of study

Students must complete all 4 units as listed below:

INF70005 Strategic Project Management *

PRM60002 Project Management for Innovative Outcomes *

PRM60003 The Risk Management Spectrum

SCM60001 Operations Management

*Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Course aims and objectives.

Aims and objectives

Upon successfully completing the Graduate Certificate of Project Management, graduates will be able to:

demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of key project management principles, standards and practice
critically evaluate project management theories, methodologies and frameworks in a range of business, management, entrepreneurial and industry contexts
critically analyse problems from interdisciplinary perspectives and multiple points of view to establish innovative solutions
communicate in a proficient and professional manner and operate as an effective leader or member of a team.

Pathways and scholarships

- Credit transfer and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Course fees and requirements

- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

2023 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year if studying full-time*	Annual Amenities fee if studying full-time*
Full fee	$15,600	$15,600	See how your SSAF is calculated

Fees are estimates for students commencing in 2023 only: Tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

How do I pay my fees?

FEE-HELP is a loan given to eligible full-fee paying higher education students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth Government pays the amount of the loan directly to Swinburne.

Entry requirements

A recognised bachelor degree in a related discipline or
A recognised bachelor degree in any discipline PLUS a minimum of two years equivalent full-time relevant professional experience* or

A minimum of three years equivalent full-time relevant professional experience*

*Relevant professional/managerial experience and evidence of academic capability will be determined by the Faculty PVC (or delegate) with reference to Faculty determined guiding principles. Applicants will be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application. Documents substantiating relevant experience are required, clearly detailing roles and duration, as well as evidence of formal and non-formal learning. Where relevant experience is used for the basis of admission, no further recognition for prior learning/credit can be granted on that basis.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

Find out more

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Tel: 1300 069 765
Email: enquiries@swinburneonline.com