Graduate Diploma in Project Management
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
The Graduate Diploma in Project Management (Engineering) provides a post graduate level qualification that will build upon and develop project management expertise and knowledge for people pursuing a career in the field of project management within the engineering sector.
This program emphasises the application of theoretical knowledge to practice and will build your capability to effectively respond to current and emerging issues, trends, and to client and organisational needs through your developed specialised practice.In conjunction with the Master of Project Management (Engineering) this program addresses the industry need for advanced and specialised project management expertise in the areas of project conceptualisation, scoping, design, development, implementation and evaluation.
The courses delivered within the program build your knowledge of the specialised domains within project management, including project procurement, project development and risk management.
You will develop the analytical and technical skills required to utlise theoretical knowledge and published data to inform your decision making as project manager.The program replicates industry and professional practice contexts and equips you to work in multi disciplinary teams involved in the management of programs and/or portfolios of projects.
The RMIT Graduate Diploma of Project Management is designed to assist you in becoming a middle level project manager who has the potential and knowledge to succeed within the dynamic engineering profession.
Structure
All courses listed may not be available each Semester.
Stage A of Program
Complete the following Three (3) courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Project Management | 12 | BUSM1269 | City Campus |
| Managing Project Teams | 12 | BUSM1271 | City Campus |
| Project Management Techniques | 12 | BUSM1273 | City Campus |
Complete One (1) of the following courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Management of Technology | 12 | MANU1385 | City Campus |
| Performance Management Foundations | 12 | MANU1390 | City Campus |
| Engineering Economic Strategy | 12 | MANU1054 | City Campus |
| International Engineering Management | 12 | MANU1398 | City Campus |
| Measurement and Improvement | 12 | MANU1474 | City Campus |
| Industrial Systems and Environment | 12 | MANU1381 | City Campus |
Stage B of Program
Complete the following Three (3) courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Design for Quality | 12 | BUSM1272 | City Campus |
| Evaluating and Managing Project Risk | 12 | BUSM1276 | City Campus |
| Research Methods and Philosophy of Knowledge | 12 | PHIL1000 | City Campus |
Complete One (1) of the following courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Management Practice | 12 | BUSM1278 | City Campus |
| Management of Technology | 12 | MANU1385 | City Campus |
| Performance Management Foundations | 12 | MANU1390 | City Campus |
| Engineering Economic Strategy | 12 | MANU1054 | City Campus |
| International Engineering Management | 12 | MANU1398 | City Campus |
| Measurement and Improvement | 12 | MANU1474 | City Campus |
| Industrial Systems and Environment | 12 | MANU1381 | City Campus |
Entry requirements
Entrance Requirements
A bachelor degree in any discipline. Applicants with significant relevant professional experience may also be considered.
The Graduate Diploma in Project Management is available as an exit award only. Applicants must apply for entry to the Master of Project Management.
Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for this program.
English language requirements For International students, a minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page http://www.rmit.edu.au/international/english-equivalent
Learning outcomes
The RMIT Graduate Diploma in Project Management (Engineering) is designed to enable you to work as a highly skilled project manager who has the potential and knowledge to succeed in various organisations which operate within the engineering sector. The program has a strong emphasis on leadership and management including project scoping, scheduling, procurement, entrepreneurship, client relationships, financial and technology management and research. A blend of lectures and seminars with industry case studies and work relevant projects allows you to combine theory and practice in a real work environment. The program develops both your generic and discipline specific capabilities through the expansion of knowledge and ideas that align with the current and emerging expectations of employers and industry.
As a graduate of this program you will be able to:
- Analyse, synthesise and apply complex project management theory to address industry issues, and implement new directions in project management
- Professionally communicate your ideas and strategy, justifying decision making to diverse project management and organisational stakeholders
- Employ your knowledge of project management theory and recent industry developments to identify problems and formulate solutions that respond to the diverse needs of project stakeholders
- Work autonomously and utlise effective team work skills to plan and develop specialised project management strategy appropriate to range of organisational contexts and projects
- Critically examine and reflect on your work to question accepted interpretations, decision making and professional practice
- Apply appropriate research methods, tools and technical skills to plan, implement and evaluate projects that contribute to the profession and the field of knowledge in the discipline
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