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Duration0.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 3 years maximum.0.5 years full-time.
Mode of deliveryOnline
Start datesTrimester 1 (29 Jan 2024), Trimester 2 (13 May 2024), Trimester 3 (26 Aug 2024),
Trimester 1 (29 Jan 2024), Trimester 2 (13 May 2024), Trimester 3 (26 Aug 2024),
FeesFind information about indicative course and program fees.AUD 20,420 (indicative annual fee, 2024)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (40 units). Find out more about fees
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (40 units). Find out more about fees
Program Code40337
Study Project Management
The Graduate Certificate in Project Management at the University of Newcastle provides you with specialised project management and leadership skills that are highly valued and in demand across industries including property development, construction, mining, utilities, information technology and business sectors.
Demand for these skills is high across specialist project management roles and through a broad range of professions, with Construction Project Manager and ICT Project Manager both listed on the Australian Governments 2023 Skills Priority List.
Learn project management methodologies and technologies from expert industry practitioners, and then apply these skills to real-world and project-based coursework. We have worked with industry to ensure that the skills you learn will be immediately applicable in your career, increasing your value in the labour market.
This qualification is designed for professionals currently working or looking to manage successful projects. Our online accelerated program will equip you to excel in your current role or prepare to make the next step in your career.
Why study with us?
- Developed and delivered in collaboration with industry – industry standard methodologies and technologies.
- Gain project management skills in high demand - domestic demand for project managers is strong and job vacancies are at record highs.
- Online and flexible study – study 100% online and choose to study full-time or part-time to suit your professional and personal needs.
- Receive certification for single courses – enrol in single courses, rather than a whole program and gain relevant certification for each course.
- Specialisations available – tailor the program with a management, built environment, or information technology specialisation.
- Multidisciplinary approach – study this program with students and teachers from a wide range of backgrounds.
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The
Graduate Certificate in Project Management is offered in collaboration with industry partner KPMG.
What you will study
Learning from current industry practitioners and University academics across a range of disciplines, you will gain a well-rounded theoretical and practical understanding and application of project management.
You will complete core courses in:
- Project management principles
- Business project management
This program will train you to manage project timelines, budgets and risks, as well as manage people and teams. This program uses a case study approach to provide you with the skills to manage the full project lifecycle.
Majors
As part of your studies, you also have the opportunity to specialise with 20 units of directed courses, majoring in either:
- Management
- The built environment
- Information technology
Students have the option to enrol in a single course rather than a whole program (non-award). Students that enrol in a single course will receive a certificate of completion.
If students then choose to enrol in the full program, or another University of Newcastle postgraduate program, they may be awarded credit for courses completed, program dependent.
Career
Career opportunities
Demand in Australia for quality project managers remains strong, and with job vacancies at record highs.
The Graduate Certificate of Project Management will prepare you for managerial positions in public, private and not-for profit organisations. Graduates may work in:
- Property development
- Construction
- Mining
- Utilities
- Information technology
- Business and events
With a core speciality of your choosing, you will have specialised and instrumental expertise that will be highly valued across a broad range of industries.
Some job roles may include:
- Construction project manager
- Infrastructure project manager
- Project coordinator
- IT Project Manager
- Business improvement & transformation manager
- Project director
Your capacity to work internationally will be supported by University’s own reputation in the field. The University of Newcastle's School of Architecture and Built Environment discipline is ranked within the top 150 in the world. (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)
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Before you get started
To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the program that you wish to apply for. Note the admission criteria, admission instructions, requirements & structure and any additional information listed.
- Review the program fees and costs.
- Check whether your postgraduate program has a Semester or a Trimester closing date. Please view the application closing date.
- If you are from a non-English-speaking background, you need to satisfy the University's English language requirements and ensure that you can provide evidence of your English proficiency if required.
You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.
Other things to consider
Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:
Entry into the Graduate Certificate in Project Management will be available to applicants who have:
- 3 year Bachelor’s degree; or
- 3 year Diploma + 1 year relevant organisational experience or
- 2 year Diploma + 2 years relevant organisational experience or
- 1 year Diploma + 3 years relevant organisational experience.
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