Graduate Certificate in Project Management

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

1. Analyse, synthesise and apply complex project management theory to address industry issues, and implement new directions in project management. 
2. Professionally communicate your ideas and strategy, justifying decision making to diverse project management and organisational stakeholders.  
3. Employ your knowledge of project management theory and recent industry developments to identify problems and formulate solutions that respond to the diverse needs of project stakeholders. 
4. Work autonomously and utilise effective team work skills to plan and develop specialised project management strategy appropriate to range of organisational contexts and projects.

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management provides a dynamic, fully online learning experience designed to introduce you to project management principles with a focus on the IT industry should you choose to specialise. This program lays the groundwork for advancing your career within IT or diversifying your professional skills, emphasising the practical application of theoretical knowledge, particularly in agile project management.  

Recommended study pattern

Subjects in this graduate certificate:  

• BUSM1269 Introduction to Project Management  
• BUSM1271 Managing Project Teams  
• BUSM1273 Project Management Techniques  
• BUSM1272 Project Design for Quality. 

Subjects in this graduate certificate (IT specialisation): 

• BUSM1269 Introduction to Project Management  
• BUSM1271 Managing Project Teams  
• BUSM123 Project Management Techniques  
• BUSM4764 Agile Project Management. 

Award requirements

Completion of four required subjects, as per the recommended study pattern.

Choose your subjects

Majors

Introduction to Project Management  

This course introduces the basics of Project Management, including key principles and practices. You will learn to scope, plan, and manage projects, explore leadership concepts, and understand project team dynamics within a legal framework. 

Managing Project Teams  

This course focuses on the project manager’s role in team management, including handling individual differences and fostering cohesion. You’ll study how managerial styles influence team structure and explore the link between team management and organisational goals. 

Project Management Techniques  

This course covers project time and cost management, enhancing your skills in these areas and teaching you to apply them across various projects. You will also use specialised software to further develop these skills.

Project Design for Quality  

This course explores design management and documentation processes and their impact on project outcomes. You will learn to apply quality assurance and control systems, understanding how project design affects project management effectiveness. 

Agile Project Management 

This course explores agile methodologies necessary for adapting to complex IT environments. You will analyse key agile methods, compare them with traditional approaches, and apply agile techniques to project planning. 

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Indicative total fee $17,280

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Project Management, you must have: 

• Successfully completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent oversees qualification)* or 
• A minimum of 5 years professional work experience in a related industry. Applicants with professional experience at a senior level that is less than 5 years may also be considered.  

To have your professional experience considered you must include in your application: 

• A CV 
• A statement that details your experience. 

*If your qualification was completed more than 10 years ago you will need to provide evidence of ongoing professional work and/or professional development in the same discipline as the program for which you are seeking entry. 

You must meet the University’s minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program.  Refer to the English requirements for postgraduate coursework programs. 

Australian Student Visas 

RMIT’s Online Graduate Certificate in Project Management does not meet Australian Student Visa requirements. For an Australian student visa, you must have an on-campus place in a program of study.  

For more details on RMIT’s on-campus programs visit rmit.edu.au. 

RMIT assesses each student’s prior learning and qualifications to grant credit so you can complete your online postgraduate degree sooner. Your application will be decided on a case-by-case basis. RMIT aims to grant as much credit as possible at the time of offer, so it’s important to provide as much evidence of prior study and work experience as possible with your application. 

Speak to our Enrolment Advisors to find out more. 

Pathways and Credit  

Upon successful completion of this degree you may be eligible to continue your studies in the following degrees: 

• MC199 Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) with 4 course credits 
• GD194 Online Graduate Diploma of Project Management with 4 course credits. 

Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT University Credit Policy. 

Applicants who have completed or partially completed a similar degree at another institution (with entry criteria similar to this degree) may be granted some credits or exemptions towards this degree.