Graduate Diploma in Project Management

Victoria University

About

The Graduate Diploma in Project Management is one of a suite of courses designed for current or potential project managers in industry.

You’ll learn specialised project management principles and techniques.

You can apply the skills you learn during this course to projects in sectors including:

administration business engineering and construction information technology.

The internationally-recognised A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) underpins all our project-management teaching.

We  have strong industry connections, which give you access to current work-based scenarios.

These combine for a practical, usable and valued skill set.

This qualification provides you with valuable recognition in the industry.  If you’re aiming for a leadership or high-level management role, our Master of Project Management will give you the qualifications and skills to get there.

Once you’ve successfully completed your graduate diploma, you’ll gain entry to the Master of Project Management – and you’ll already be half way to completing the masters degree.

Structure

To attain the Graduate Diploma in Project Management students will be required to complete:

  • 48 credit points of Core studies
  • 48 credit points of Elective units (up to one BMO unit can be chosen from the approved electives list)

Course structure and units

Core Units:

  • Fundamentals of Project Management Unit code EPM5500 Credits12
  • Project Planning and Control Unit code EPM5610 Credits12
  • Project Governance Unit code EPM5620 Credits12
  • Project Management and People Unit code EPM5630 Credits12

48 credit points from the approved electives list:

Elective Units:

  • Art and Practice of Leadership Unit code BMO6050 Credits12
  • Work and Organisation Systems Unit code BMO6506 Credits12
  • Managing Innovation and Entrepreneurship Unit code BMO6622 Credits12
  • Organisation Change Management Unit code BMO6624 Credits12
  • Project Program and Portfolio Management Unit code EPM5510 Credits12
  • Project Management Practice Unit code EPM5530 Credits12
  • Project Management and Information Technology Unit code EPM5700 Credits12
  • Project Procurement Management Unit code EPM5710 Credits12
  • Project Stakeholder Management Unit code EPM5730 Credits12
  • Project Risk Management Unit code EPM5740 Credits12
  • Project Investment Analysis Unit code EPM5750 Credits12
  • Project Construction Management Unit code EPM5760 Credits12

Entry requirements

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline ORCompletion of an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORApplicants with a minimum three (3) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Credit for skills and past study

If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.

Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

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  1. Explain key theoretical project management frameworks and apply them to a range of project management scenarios, taking into consideration social, cultural, environmental and economic factors;  
  2. Design and develop comprehensive project management plans which meet stakeholder expectations;  
  3. Evaluate the impact of organisational contexts, governance, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements and risk management when applying fundamental project management principles in a real life situation; and  
  4. Communicate effectively to specialist and non-specialist stakeholders utilising a variety of professional oral and written forms to demonstrate an understanding of theoretical concepts, methodologies, recommendations and professional decisions.  

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