Graduate Certificate in Project Management

2021 course information for Domestic Students
2021 course information for International Students

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Duration
8 months part-time
1 year part-time
Location
SCU Online
SCU Online
Start date
January, March, April, July, August, November
December, February, April, June, August, October
Course code
1008400
Course abbreviation
GradCertProjMgt
Credit points
48
Equivalent units
4
CRICOS
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Fees
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Course overview

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management is designed for professionals across all sectors who wish to develop their skills in project management. Students develop an understanding of the principles behind project management, and of time, change, risk and procurement issues, exploring common obstacles and developing a problem-solving attitude that can be applied to their future management endeavours.

This course is also a pathway to further postgraduate study. Graduates receive up to four units of credit towards the Master of Project Management.

Endorsed by

AIPM Endorsed course

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management is designed for professionals across all sectors who wish to develop their skills in project management. Students develop an understanding of the principles behind project management, and of time, change, risk and procurement issues, exploring common obstacles and developing a problem-solving attitude that can be applied to their future management endeavours.

This course is also a pathway to further postgraduate study. Graduates receive up to four units of credit towards the Master of Project Management.

Endorsed by

AIPM Endorsed course

Current Southern Cross students – to access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook.

Entry requirements

See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.

Language requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows

CategoryScore
Overall6.5
Listeningminimum 6.0
Speakingminimum 6.0
Readingminimum 6.0
Writingminimum 6.0

About the course

Core units include project management principles; quality control and risk; planning and contract management.

Domestic students

LocationTeaching period
SCU Online Study Period  1, Study Period  2, Study Period  3, Study Period  4, Study Period  5, Study Period  6

International students

LocationTeaching periodAnnual FeesCRICOS
SCU Online Study Period  1, Study Period  2, Study Period  3, Study Period  4, Study Period  5, Study Period  6 $13,200 ($3,300 per unit) N/A
 Notice

Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions.

How to apply

Where and when do you want to study?

Applications for this course are made directly to Southern Cross University via our online application service.

Australian/Domestic students

 
SCU Online
Study Period 3 April 2021Study Period 4 July 2021Study Period 5 August 2021Study Period 6 November 2021

International students studying online or outside of Australia

 
SCU Online
Study Period 3 April 2021Study Period 4 June 2021Study Period 5 August 2021Study Period 6 October 2021
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Learning outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.

Course Learning Outcome

Demonstrate cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice as it applies to the discipline of project management

Apply knowledge and skills pertaining to project management with initiative and creativity with new challenges or in new situations

Apply sustainability principles to project management cases and professional situations

Demonstrate highly developed judgement and use of ethical frameworks when planning, managing and undertaking projects in scholarly, research, social and professional forums

Demonstrate an integrated understanding of project management principles and methods, with the ability to conceptualise and apply these principles and methods in professional contexts

Locate, evaluate, manage and use information in order to create new knowledge and advance methods in the field of project management

Reflect on, assess and regulate learning, research and performance pertaining to project management, with personal autonomy and accountability

Work collaboratively with individuals and teams to achieve research outcomes that pertain to the management of projects

Communicate arguments, theory, complex knowledge and ideas in relation to the field of project management within an investigation of originality to specialist and non-specialist audiences

Demonstrate cultural competence in local, Australia-wide and global settings, specifically as they apply to project management in practice

Demonstrate an understanding of Indigenous Australian contemporary realities and protocols, specifically as they apply to project management in practice (such as in the mining, health, construction and social services sectors).

Assessment methods

Units generally employ a variety of assessment methods. Depending on the unit, methods may include reports, case studies or verbal presentations, among others.

Teaching methods

Our flexible course fits around you. It’s designed to meet the demands of busy, mobile people – people who travel frequently, work abroad, or juggle multiple work, life and family commitments. You can enter at one of six points throughout the year, and organise your study program to take advantage of the peaks and troughs in your own life.

We employ clever, intuitive and interactive learning software that enables you to collaborate with peers and lecturers. Our multi-modal approach delivers content as video, audio, hands-on, practical exercises, and other media to suit all kinds of learners. Discuss and debate ideas with your peers and lecturer in dedicated forums and with other networking technology.

Each unit has its own website to keep you focused. Every week, you'll find activities, readings and case studies laid out with step-by-step instructions. As the weeks progress and your knowledge deepens, you'll tackle increasingly sophisticated concepts, and employ critical analysis.

Career opportunities

Graduates will have enhanced employment opportunities in entry-level project management roles across a range of industries and sectors.

This is also a pathway course to further postgraduate study. Graduates receive up to four units of credit towards the Master of Project Management, an industry-standard degree for professionals in any industry.

Professional recognition

This course is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM). Students who have completed an AIPM-endorsed course are eligible to apply for a certificate as a Certified Practicing Project Practitioner (CPPP) under AIPM's RegPM program. To qualify for CPPP, students must apply for Associate Membership with a copy of their qualification.

For more information on becoming an AIPM RegPM or to qualify as a CPPP, download the AIPM Membership (PDF) and download the CPPP and AIPM Endorsed Course Information (PDF).

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Course requirements

To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate in Project Management students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising:
- 3 core units (36 credit points), and
- 1 equivalent elective unit (12 credit points).

A candidate in the Graduate Certificate of Project Management who has completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate of Project Management may elect to articulate to a Graduate Diploma of Project Management or Master of Project Management.
 

Course structure

Schedule of units

TitleNote

Core Units

PROJ5002 -  Project Management Principles
Select two from the following
PROJ5003 -  Project Management: Initiation and Planning
PROJ6001 -  Project Management: Quality, Control and Risk
PROJ6003 -  Leading and Managing Projects
PROJ6005 -  Project Procurement and Contract Management
PROJ6006 -  Portfolio and Program Management

Elective Units

ACCT6016 -  Finance for Managers (Online)
ACCT5004 -  Business Accounting for Managers (Online)
LEGL5003 -  Business and Corporation Law for Managers (Online)
BUSN6002 -  Global Business (Online)
BUSN5007 -  Entrepreneurship and Marketing (Online)
MGMT5004 -  Strategic Health Management
HLTH5001 -  Leading Change in Healthcare
PBHL5006 -  Healthcare Professional Portfolio A
HLTH5005 -  Principles and Practice of Clinical Accountability
BUSN6009 -  Managing Information Systems (Online)
COMP6005 -  Managing Digital Enterprise (Online)
BUSN6006 -  Strategic Knowledge Management (Online)
HRMT6002 -  Human Resource Management (Online)
MGMT6004 -  Organisational Change and Development (Online)
ACCT6013 -  Corporate Governance for Managers (Online)
BUSN6008 -  Strategy and Case Analysis (Online)
PROJ5004 -  Strategic Infrastructure Asset Management
PROJ6007 -  Stakeholder Engagement
ENGN6001 -  Engineering for a Sustainable Future
BUSN5005 -  Management Communication (Online)


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