Graduate Diploma in Project Management

By the end of this program, 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/or utilise effective team work skills to plan and develop specialised project management strategies appropriate to a range of organisational contexts and projects. 
5. Critically examine and reflect on your work to question accepted interpretations, decision making and professional practice. 
6. Apply appropriate research methods, tools and technical skills to plan, implement and evaluate projects that contribute to the profession and the field of knowledge in the discipline. 

The Graduate Diploma in Project Management offers a comprehensive postgraduate qualification designed to enhance your expertise in managing complex projects across various sectors. This program builds advanced skills in project scoping, development, risk management, and evaluation, preparing you for roles in industries such as construction, IT, finance, and more. With a strong emphasis on practical application and leadership, you'll gain the analytical and technical abilities needed to address emerging issues and client needs. The diploma also provides a pathway to further studies, including the Master of Project Management, equipping you to succeed as a versatile and skilled project manager in diverse organisational contexts. 

Recommended study pattern

Subjects in this Graduate Diploma: 

• BUSM1269 Introduction to Project Management  
• BUSM1271 Managing Project Teams  
• BUSM1273 Project Management Techniques  
• BUSM1272 Project Design for Quality 
• BUSM1276 Evaluating and Managing Project Risk  
• BUSM4417 Project Financial Management and Appraisal  
• BUSM4411 Project Initiation Management  
• BUSM4409 Information and Technology Management. 

Subjects in this Graduate Diploma (IT specialisation): 

• BUSM1269 Introduction to Project Management  
• BUSM1271 Managing Project Teams  
• BUSM1273 Project Management Techniques  
• BUSM4764 Agile Project Management 
• BUSM1276 Evaluating and Managing Project Risk  
• BUSM4417 Project Financial Management and Appraisal  
• BUSM1272 Project Design for Quality 
• INTE1014 Digital Innovation. 

Award requirements

Completion of eight 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. 

Evaluating and Managing Project Risk

This course delves into project risk concepts, focusing on systematic risk management principles and processes. You will learn to apply risk management techniques and evaluate risks economically and financially. 

Project Financial Management and Appraisal 

This course addresses project costing and financial management, emphasising the importance of funding options and schemes. You will deepen your knowledge of project financial management and learn to assess different financing schemes and project performance. 

Project Initiation Management  

Using a case method approach, this course develops skills for effective front-end planning, which is crucial for strategic project management. The focus is on selecting appropriate projects to ensure successful implementation. 

Information and Technology Management  

This course teaches systematic evaluation of information and communication needs for medium to large-scale projects. You will develop skills in information management planning, technology selection, and data analysis for effective project management. 

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. 

Digital Innovation

This course critically examines current and emerging digital technologies and their impact on business. You will assess digital trends, their effects on organisational strategies, and learn to leverage these technologies for business innovation. 

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Indicative total fee $35,560

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 Diploma 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 Diploma 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 

• Applicants who have completed or partially completed a similar program at another institution (with entry criteria similar to this program) may be granted some credits or exemptions towards this program. 
• Our Graduate Diploma in Project Management encompasses courses that make up our Graduate Certificate, so should you need to exit the program early, you can still earn a postgraduate qualification. 
• The Graduate Diploma is also a pathway to a Master's degree for some students. 

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