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Why study Project Management with SCU Online?

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Achievable and accessible PM qualification

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Broaden your career opportunities in PM

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Lead projects with confidence

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Course is endorsed by AIPM, aligned with PMBOK

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Rated 5 stars for Graduate Full-Time Employment and Student Support*

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Accelerated, online course designed for busy professionals

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Affordable fees, FEE-HELP available

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Duration

8 months part-time*

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Study mode

100% online

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Intakes

Jan, Mar, May, July, Aug, Oct

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Units

4

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Fees

$2,990 per unit, FEE-HELP available

*completion time dependent on individual study path and course availability. Please speak to a Student Advisor for more information.

Dr David Noble is the Associate Dean of Education at Southern Cross University within the Faculty of Business, Law and Arts.

Subheading: How does project management tie into the changing business landscape in Australia, and globally? David Noble: "The global digital economy means that we are connected like never before, and the way that connection happens in almost every area of business today is through projects. A lot of companies are now basically projectised management structures and so when you are studying a Master of Project Management, you are equipping yourself not to work in yesterday's economy or even today's economy, you're equipping yourself to work in the economy of the next two or three decades. It's about taking something that has a defined start and a defined end and making sure that you can manage that process in a way that delivers to the end-user a high-quality product, no matter where you are in Australia or in the world; or no matter whether you're in IT or whether you're in financial services."

Progress your project management career

Set your project management career up for success. Study the Graduate Certificate in Project Management with SCU Online. Accredited by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), through SCU Online’s online graduate certificate in project management, you’ll be introduced to core competencies including risk, control, planning, implementation, evaluation, collaboration and systems analysis.

If you’re new to study or returning after a break, a Graduate Certificate in Project Management online can help you build your practical skills in project management and grow your confidence too. If you find you love it, everything you study can be credited towards a Southern Cross University Online Graduate Diploma in Project Management or a Master of Project Management (MPM). The skills and knowledge you learn studying a Graduate Certificate in Project Management are transferable across many roles and industries. Even if you changed careers completely – the skills you learn while studying your grad cert come with you.

Learning outcomes
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Help set your projects up for success

Lay the foundation for the skills you need to successfully complete projects. 

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Grow your confidence

Build your skillset in project management to increase your confidence while managing projects. 

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Tailor your PM qualification to your passion

Choose your electives based on your career interests. 

What you will study

To qualify for a Graduate Certificate in Project Management online, you will complete four units. You will need to complete the compulsory core unit, Project Management Principles, and then take three units from Electives.

This unit covers the foundation elements of managing business projects.

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This unit will guide you through the project management process, from initiation to planning and development.

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This unit provides students with an understanding of the most appropriate situations in which to employ Agile practices, the benefits and challenges of Agile, and the growing use of hybrid forms of project management.

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Learn how to implement project plans that mitigate risk, establish controls and ensure quality projects.

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This unit explores theories and practices behind effective management of people and projects.

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Demonstrate a critical understanding of contract types and their relationship with performance.

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Learn how to skillfully negotiate, map and design systems, as well as evaluate project management processes.

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Pathway to Masters

When you finish your Graduate Certificate in Project Management, if you wish to take your learning further you can apply for our Graduate Diploma in Project Management or Master of Project Management and receive advanced standing for the units you have completed. 

Graduate Certificate
4 Units

Or continue studying

Graduate Diploma
+ 4 Units

Or continue studying

Masters Degree
+ 4 Units

A typical study period at SCU Online
Typical study period timeline

Next study period

October
2023

Applications close in

31 days

Speak to an Enrolment Advisor to find out more.

Our study periods: Jan, Mar, May, July, Aug, Oct

Late applications may be considered under special circumstances up until the start of O'Week. For more information please speak with a Student Enrolment Advisor.

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To qualify for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Project Management online, you must:

  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; or
  • Have over five years’ work experience/professional standing that is regarded by the Academic Board as equivalent to an undergraduate degree

In either case, students must be proficient in English.

Find out more about Rules Relating to Awards and Specific Award Rules.

 

We recognise and grant credit for past education, qualifications and/or work experience in a process called advanced standing. If you're eligible for advanced standing, this can impact the number of units you need to study, reducing the time and cost of your overall degree. 

 Find out more about applying for advanced standing. 

Ready to take the next step in your career? It's your time.

At Southern Cross University Online, we've helped thousands of people with real lives and real ambition to realise their goals and dreams by supporting them every step of the way.
     
We provide affordable courses, flexible learning and excellent student support, so you can achieve the impossible and make the most out of your time. 
     
It’s time to put yourself first. Follow your ambition. 

When you study online with SCU, you're not on your own. We're connected, together. 

Our teachers, academics and education designers have built these courses for people like you. Before commencing study, your dedicated Student Success Advisor will be in touch by phone, email or chat to help you plan your schedule. As you work towards your dream of achieving your degree, your advisor works like an extra pair of eyes and ears with support, advice and motivation throughout your study journey. 

 

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Our Accreditations & Endorsements

Australian Qualifications Framework

SCU’s online programs meet all of the AQF guidelines, ensuring you a quality education.

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5-STAR Rating for Institutional Student Support and Social Equity, Business and Management Teaching Quality, Teacher Education Learning Resources, Nursing Learning Resources and Skills Development. 

The World Universities Rankings

Bold, progressive and just 23 years of age – Southern Cross University is one of the Asia-Pacific’s Top 100 Universities and one of the world’s Top 50 Generation Y Universities.

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What our students say
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Ross- MPM - testimonial
Master of Project Management student Ross.

My current role involves interfacing with many other disciplines. Studying Southern Cross University's Master of Project Management has proven to be the perfect way for me to advance my knowledge and opportunities.

Ross Haden

Online Master of Project Management Graduate

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Master of Project Management student Darren.

The whole experience was excellent from start to finish. Lecturers were knowledgeable, supportive and encouraging, recognising the challenges faced by most of the students in balancing work demands, home life and study. 

Darren Bourke

Online Master of Project Management Graduate

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Master of Project Management student Nathan.

I've been practicing as a project manager for around 10 years and decided that I wanted to attain a more formal recognition in the profession. I thought of various options for this recognition and determined that a masters would be the best fit for me.

Nathan Mitchell

Online Master of Project Management Graduate

What our students do

Qualified project managers are in high demand, both here in Australia and around the world. When you graduate, you will have an in-depth understanding of project management methodologies, be able to meet project goals and make complex strategic decisions. Our students work in a variety of project management roles across all industries. Below is a snapshot of some of these project management jobs. 

  • Project Manager
  • Workspace Services Engineer
  • Construction Administrator
  • General Business Manager
  • Logistics Manager
  • IT Project Management Manager

 

  • Agile IT Project Manager
  • Managing Director
  • IoT Technology Project Manager
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Meet our Course Coordinator

Chris Lawler has over 30 years’ experience in PPPM across varied industries including 10 years leading portfolio management and governance in the nonprofit health sector. Chris now pursues her passion for developing emerging to advanced practitioners as a sessional lecturer, online facilitator and mentor. A strong advocate for equity, diversity and giving back, her efforts have been recognised by her peers, awarding her for “Contribution to Women in Project Management” at the Australian PMI Awards for 2015.

As a PMI Global Advisory group volunteer, Chris contributed to the arenas of Organisational Project Management, Professional Development and has been a subject matter reviewer for multiple PMI publications. Chris holds multiple qualifications and certifications in education, development, psychology, technology and project management and is the first Australian to gain the PfMP credential from the Project Management Institute. She is also proud to contribute at the governance level including as a Board of Directors member in the social and community services arena. She is currently undertaking her PhD - Non-Executive Director perception of project portfolio visibility at the corporate governance layer.

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