Master of Project Management

Victoria University

About

This course is specifically designed for current and potential project managers in industry.

It equips you with advanced project management principles and techniques which can be applied across various industries.

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

construction engineering health services information technology private business public sector.

We were one of the first universities to establish a project-management masters degree, and we have very strong, long-held industry connections.

Our work-based scenarios give you opportunities for specialised research and valuable professional experience.

Strong research skills can also lead to higher level, applied scholarship.

Our masters program is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) (external link) .

Also, this program has been reviewed and approved as a provider of project management training by the Project Management Institute (PMI®).

Structure

To attain the Master of Project Management, students will be required to complete 192 credit points, consisting of:

  • 96 credit points of Core studies;
  • 96 credit points of Elective studies.

Course structure and units

Year One

  • Fundamentals of Project Management Unit code EPM5500 Credits12
  • Project Governance Unit code EPM5620 Credits12
  • Project Management and People Unit code EPM5630 Credits12
  • Research Methods Unit code EPM5640 Credits12

And

48 credit points from the approved electives list:

Year Two

  • Principles of Project Management Unit code EPM5600 Credits12
  • Project Planning and Control Unit code EPM5610 Credits12

Plus

  • Research Project Part A Unit code NEF6001 Credits12
  • Research Project Part B Unit code NEF6002 Credits12

Or

  • Research Thesis 1 Unit code NEF6101 Credits24

And

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 disciplineORCompletion of an Australian Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORApplicants without an undergraduate qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Diploma based on approved work experience. Upon completion of the Graduate Diploma, graduates will be eligible for admission to this course with credit granted for completed units.

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. Conceptually map 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. Plan, apply and implement research methods to investigate complex project management problems in order to generate solutions;  
  3. Design, develop and implement comprehensive project management plans which meet stakeholder expectations;  
  4. Critically analyse organisational contexts, governance, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements and risk management when applying fundamental project management principles in a real life situation;  
  5. Communicate effectively to specialist and non-specialist stakeholders utilising a variety of professional oral and written forms in order to justify and interpret theories, methodologies, recommendations and professional decisions;  
  6. Integrate professional standards into their practice and incorporate continuing professional development in accordance with Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) and Project Management Institute (PMI®) protocols and standards.  

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