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Graduate Diploma of Project Management

  • Graduate Diploma

Build your project management expertise with the Graduate Diploma of Project Management from Charles Sturt University. Ideal for professionals from diverse backgrounds, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to manage complex projects.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 - 2 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Nov
Domestic Fees
$33,680 per year

About this course

Overview

Build your project management expertise with the Graduate Diploma of Project Management from Charles Sturt University. Ideal for professionals from diverse backgrounds, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to manage complex projects.

From the Graduate Diploma in Project Management through to the master's program, Charles Sturt University has an option to suit you.

Charles Sturt University and IT Masters are offering six intakes so you can choose when to start your studies. Choose a session or term starting January, March, May, July, August or November, and kickstart your IT career. To find out more about how Charles Sturt University's six intake term and session structure works, visit the IT Masters website.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

  • Master of Project Management
  • Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

This course is one of a unique series of online Masters degrees that Charles Sturt University has partnered with IT Masters to develop. You may be eligible for up to six subjects credit for prior study if you've completed a recognised postgraduate qualification or relevant Industry certifications within the last 10 years. Complete the IT Masters Eligibility Form to see if you're eligible for credit for this course.

Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the course on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Project Management and receive credit for applicable subjects.

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

The Graduate Diploma of Project Management is designed to prepare you for wide range of roles across the industry, including project manager, project director, business analyst and change management analyst.

Course structure

Essential set (64 pts)Core subjects 48 Credit PointsCodeSubjectCredit PointsHRM502Human Resource Management8 credit ptsMGI511Project Management Fundamentals8 credit ptsMGI512The Project Lifecycle8 credit ptsMGI521Professional Communications8 credit ptsMGT501Contemporary Management8 credit ptsMGT580Forecasting and Risk Assessment8 credit ptsRestricted electives 16 Credit PointsGroup A: Academic subject 8 Credit Points

Select one (1) subject from the following:

CodeSubjectCredit PointsFIN516Corporate Finance8 credit ptsITC506Applied IT Ethics8 credit ptsMGT540Facilitating Change8 credit ptsMKT501Marketing for Managers8 credit ptsGroup B: Industry subject 8 Credit Points

Select one (1) subject from the following:

CodeSubjectCredit PointsITE518Agile Project Management8 credit ptsITE536Professional Internship8 credit ptsMGI514Project Management Leadership8 credit ptsMGI518Program and Portfolio Management8 credit ptsMGI522Developing Solutions8 credit ptsMGI530Foundations of Business Analysis8 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at Charles Sturt University.
81.7%
Overall satisfaction
77.4%
Skill scale
68.5%
Teaching scale
94.6%
Employed full-time
$111k
Average salary