Program handbook
Description
Project management is the discipline of planning, organising, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives. Over the last decade, the Construction/Building/Engineering/Design Industries have embraced modern professional project management as a specialised discipline.
Effective project management will help:
- Meet or exceed client expectations;
- Maximize the use of resources (time, people, money, space, etc);
- Bring projects to a successful conclusion on time and within budget;
- Successfully manage project stakeholders and project risks;
- Evaluate project outcomes and document learnings future reference; and
- Build confidence in a team for future projects.
This program has been assembled by practicing professional project managers, with courses logically built around the project life cycle providing the skills required to deliver a project from "Start-up" to "Wrap-up".
Program learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- Developing a project's scope and managing the integration of all project functions at an advanced level.
- Developing and managing project's schedule.
- Developing and managing. Establishing and leading teams and stakeholders at an advanced level.
- Developing and implementing project communication
- Developing and implementing performance management strategies at a specialised level.
- Developing and implementing project procurement, cost, quality and risk management strategies at a specialised level.
- Understanding and developing skills in program management at a specialised level.
- Developing and implementing project closure processes including handover, evaluation and sustainability at an advanced level.
- Using research methodology and analysis to undertake industry based research at a specialised level.
Details
| Information correct as at | Apr 25, 2024 4:05 pm |
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| Program code | 12412 |
| AQF level | Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) |
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Credit transfer
If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.
Professional recognition
Australian Institute of Project Management
To further enhance your qualification, you can become professionally recognised as an Associate Member of the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) upon graduation.
Academic requirements for program completion
Total units required
120 units
Program duration
1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 5 years maximum.
Program requirements
The entry requirement into the Master of Project Management for the Built Environment is possible through multiple pathways.
However, the requirements and structure of total units needed to be eligible for the award, will differ, based on an individual's entry qualification and level of experience, and may be a minimum of 80 units to maximum of 120 units.
AQF Level 8 'Cognate' entry:
- An Honours Bachelor Degree, Honours Award, Graduate Diploma, or Graduate Certificate = Total 80 units: 70 units core + 10 units chosen from the course list.
AQF Level 7 'Cognate' entry:
- Bachelor Degree = Total 120 units: 70 units core + 50 units chosen from the course list.
- Bachelor Degree PLUS 5 years' experience = Total 80 units: 70 units core + 10 units chosen from the course list.
- Bachelor Degree PLUS Graduate Certificate in Project Management in the Built Environment = Total 80 units: 50 units core + 30 units chosen from the course list
AQF Level 6 'Cognate' Entry:
- Associate Degree with 5 years' relevant experience, Advanced Diploma with 5 years' relevant experience PLUS Graduate Certificate in Project Management in the Built Environment = 80 units: 50 units core + 30 units chosen from the course list
'Cognate' refers to knowledge obtained in the following areas:
- Architecture / Building / Construction Management
- Engineering in Civil / Structure / Mechanical / Electrical/Mining
AQF Level 8 'Non-Congate' entry:
- An Honours Bachelor Degree, Honours Award, Graduate Diploma, or Graduate Certificate = Total 120 units: 70 units core + 50 units chosen from the course list
- An Honours Bachelor Degree, Honours Award, Graduate Diploma, or Graduate Certificate PLUS 5 years' experience = Total 80 units: 70 units core + 10 units chosen from the course list
- An Honours Bachelor Degree, Honours Award, Graduate Diploma, or Graduate Certificate PLUS Graduate Certificate in Project Management in the Built Environment = Total 80 units: 50 units core + 30 units chosen from the course list
AQF Level 7 'Non-Cognate' entry:
- Bachelor Degree PLUS 5 years' experience - Total 120 units: 70 units core + 50 units chosen from the course list
- Bachelor Degree (no experience) PLUS Graduate Certificate in Project Management in the Built Environment = Total 80 units: 50 units core + 30 units chosen from the course list
AQF Level 6 'Non-Cognate' entry:
- Associate Degree with 10 years' experience, Advanced Diploma with 10 years' relevant experience PLUS Graduate Certificate in Project Management in the Built Environment = 80 units: 50 units core + 30 units chosen from the course list
'Non-Cognate' refers to knowledge obtained in areas outside that listed under 'cognate'.
Program planner
Current students program planner
Current students can plan their program using Program Planner.
Prospective student degree planner
If you're a prospective student considering studying this degree take a look at My Degree Planner to see what your study journey will look like.
Additional documents
- Transition Arrangements 2021 127.0 KB
Transition arrangements
As programs are regularly reviewed and updated, some students may experience changes to their program of study during the course of their enrolment, which may require transition arrangements.
Students affected by changes to their program are advised to review any documentation contained in the "Additional documents" section (located towards the top of this page), in the first instance. Any further questions should be directed to the Program Convenor or Student Hub.
2024
In 2024 ARBE6408, ARBE6601, ARBE6605, and ARBE6614 were discontinued. If you have successfully completed these courses then they will continue to count towards your program requirements.
Program structure
Students can plan their program using Program Planner. It is recommended students review the program handbook in conjunction with using Program Planner.
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Core
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
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| Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
| ARBE6401 | Project Scoping and Integration | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| ARBE6402 | Project Scheduling, Resource Management and Leadership | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| ARBE6403 | Project Communication | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| ARBE6404 | Project Procurement, Cost, Quality and Risk Management | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| ARBE6405 | Program Management | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| ARBE6407 | Project Closure | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| ARBE6620 | Disaster Risk and Resilience Capstone Project |
| 10 units |
Course List
Your admission to this program dictates the number of courses you need to complete: a minimum of 10 units to a maximum of 50 units. (See Program Convenor or refer to the Requirements and Structure section of the handbook). | |||
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| Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
| ABOR6004 | Community Development |
| 10 units |
| ARBE6406 | Negotiation and Conflict Resolution |
| 10 units |
| ARBE6615 | Disaster Risk and Resilience Principles |
| 10 units |
| ARBE6616 | Community-led Resilience and Leadership |
| 10 units |
| ARBE6619 | Methods for Evidence-Based Decisions in Disasters | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| GSBS6001 | Managing Under Uncertainty |
| 10 units |
| GSBS6007 | Managing Human Resources in International Organisations |
| 10 units |
| GSBS6012 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation |
| 10 units |
| GSBS6040 | Human Resource Management |
| 10 units |
| GSBS6190 | Human Resource and Organisational Development |
| 10 units |
| INFT6304 | Project Planning and Management |
| 10 units |
| SOCA6190 | Gender and Social Change | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| SOCA6240 | Project Design and Evaluation |
| 10 units |
| SOCA6590 | Environmental Justice |
| 10 units |
Additional information
Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.
International students
All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.
Additional support
Students who have impaired function in their hands or arms, or a visual impairment may experience difficulty in pursuing this program. It is highly advisable for any prospective student to contact the Program Convenor to discuss the issue. Students with disabilities who require reasonable adjustments to undertake their program should contact the Disability Support Service before semester commences. Some adjustments need up to 4 weeks to organise, so it is imperative that early contact is made. The Disability Support Service and Faculty staff will work together to ensure adjustments are provided in a timely manner. NB: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the program and courses they undertake. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/disability/ for more information.
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