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Diploma of Project Management

  • Diploma

A good project manager can work across a huge number of industries. Project managers who can effectively plan, implement and evaluate projects on time and on budget are in high demand.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
6 months part-time
Course Code
BSB51415
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

A flexible qualification

A good project manager can work across a huge number of industries. Project managers who can effectively plan, implement and evaluate projects on time and on budget are in high demand. In fact, project management has been identified as 8th of the top 15 careers of the future. Organisations are increasingly drawing on talented project managers to increase their efficiency and optimise their projects. Melbourne Polytechnic's Diploma of Project Management is a widely recognised qualification that can be applied to almost every sector, giving you the flexibility to pursue a career in a variety of industries

Wide-ranging learning opportunities

This diploma is taught by Melbourne Polytechnic's experienced industry-based instructors with the skills and experience to train you in current project management practices. You'll learn the essential components of successful project management, including project planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and review. Areas of study include scope, cost, time, risk, human resources, cost and quality management, as well as leadership and managing teams.

A career with a global future

A Diploma of Project Management from Melbourne Polytechnic can open many doors in a wide variety of organisations and sectors. Project managers are highly sought after in virtually every industry, and with sufficient industry experience there are ample opportunities to advance and work on high profile projects across industries such as government, professional services, construction, finance, information technology, energy and healthcare. You will graduate industry-ready, with a qualification and skills that are recognised and in high demand around the world.

Entry requirements

There are no mandatory requirements for entry to this qualification. We expect you to possess the underpinning skills and educational level to enable achievement of the objectives

Study locations

Preston

Career pathways

This qualification will is the start of your project management career and will open career pathways across many sectors

  • Project Administrator
  • Project Leader
  • Project Management Facilitator
  • Program Administrator

Credit for prior study or work

You can seek Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) where your work experience or qualifications of an advanced and related nature have been undertaken. RPL is individually assessed based on evidence submitted by the student to the teaching department. Applications for RPL will be assessed by relevant Melbourne Polytechnic trainers, academics and where appropriate, industry experts.