Graduate Certificate in Project Management

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management delivers fundamental project management skills to those wishing to advance their knowledge in the discipline.

It is designed for both individuals seeking to work in project management areas and for those already working in positions requiring project management.

With this course you will gain a depth of specialised knowledge and skills to manage projects across multiple industry sectors.

Designed to offer flexible study choices, the course is available both on campus, should you prefer face-to-face study;

or fully online via QUT Online.

Domestic Students

The QUT Graduate Certificate in Project Management degree is designed around a set of core project management topics that underpin the knowledge required for practice and/or further learning.

The units will provide you with advanced and specialised discipline knowledge and skills to apply appropriate solutions to project management problems. You will learn how to communicate effectively within various social, cultural and professional contexts across and within stakeholder and discipline groups.

The course structure consists of 48 credit points (4 units) of core units that can be completed in one semester of study.

Two of the units should be completed in this order:

PMN501 Project Management Essentials 1, in the first half of the semester, followed by PMN502 Project Management Essentials 2 in the second half of the semester.

Pathways to further study

The QUT Graduate Certificate in Project Management is located at Level 8 of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Graduates will be eligible for entry into the Master of Project Management with a reduced course duration of one year.

International Students

The QUT Graduate Certificate in Project Management degree is designed around a set of core project management topics that underpin the knowledge required for practice and/or further learning.

The units will provide you with advanced and specialised discipline knowledge and skills to apply appropriate solutions to project management problems. You will learn how to communicate effectively within various social, cultural and professional contexts across and within stakeholder and discipline groups.

The course structure consists of 48 credit points (4 units) of core units that can be completed in one semester of study.

Two of the units should be completed in this order:

PMN501 Project Management Essentials 1, in the first half of the semester, followed by PMN502 Project Management Essentials 2 in the second half of the semester.

Pathways to further study

The QUT Graduate Certificate in Project Management is located at Level 8 of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Graduates will be eligible for entry into the Master of Project Management with a reduced course duration of 1 year.

 

A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or

A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in any discipline and at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in project or program management; or

At least five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in project or program management.

Careers and outcomes(DOM,INT)

You will graduate with the necessary skills and knowledge to take on managerial roles in projects of your chosen profession.

Professional recognition(DOM,INT)

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management (on-campus) course is accredited by the Australian Institute of Project Management.

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management comprises the foundational units of the PM20 Master of Project Management and also provides an entry pathway to the Master program.  The PM20 Master of Project Management is accredited by the Global Accreditation Centre (GAC) of the Project Management Institute (PMI), as well as the Australian Institute of Project Management.

Possible careers

• Construction Manager
• Project Manager