Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Victoria University

About

This certificate is the first step in our project management graduate program.

The Graduate Certificate of Project Management is one of a suite of project management courses designed to meet the needs of current or potential project managers in industry.

We teach advanced principles and techniques for project management and project team roles.

You can apply the project management 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 teaching.

We have strong industry connections for real-world work practice.

This course is the first stage of three in our Master of Project Management.

Successful completion gains you admission into our Graduate Diploma in Project Management.

Structure

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

  • 24 credit points of Project Management units, and;
  • 24 credit points of Elective units

Course structure and units

Project Management Units:

Select 24 credit points from the list below:

  • 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

Elective Units:

Select 24 credit points from the list below:

  • 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 a similar disciplineORApplicants with a minimum five (5) 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; and  
  3. 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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