Master of Science (Project Management)

Outline Outline

This course will equip you with the understanding, knowledge and skills needed to work as a project manager in a variety of industries.

Project management is a distinct professional discipline with its own body of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques. It involves managing a project from inception to completion and the attainment of the project's objectives.

In this course, you will learn the processes and techniques associated with project management, including cost, time, quality, risk, communication, human resources and procurement management.

You'll explore the application of quality management to projects including planning, assurance, certification, audits, control, training, benchmarking and best practice. You'll also be trained in leadership, team management and motivation.

The master degree is divided into a professional stream and a research stream. The degree comprises three levels of study, with completion of one level providing credit towards the next. You can choose to exit the degree at the graduate certificate or graduate diploma level.

Students who complete a master degree to a high standard can apply for doctoral-level studies.

Master of Project Management Mission Statement

The mission of the Curtin Project Management program is to transform lives and communities through education and research in project management.

How this course will make you industry ready

Curtin's project management courses offer a broad approach to project management, so you can apply your learning to a wide range of industries, including construction, engineering, education, health, commerce, information technology, and research and development.

The teaching staff have an extensive range of professional experience in the field of project management, providing practical relevance to your learning.

What you'll learn

• describe and apply the principles, concepts, tools, techniques and processes of project management, and extend the boundaries of knowledge through research
• think critically and reflectively to analyse project management problems and issues and generate practical effective solutions to facilitate project success
• source, critically evaluate and synthesise information to support comprehension and decision making in a project environment
• communicate effectively graphically, orally, and in writing, with academic, professional and community stakeholders
• use appropriate technologies for the facilitation of project management processes
• use a range of strategies that will enable continued learning
• recognise the value-of an international perspective on project management processes
• appreciate the cultural diversity of the wider community and its impacts on project management
• conduct themselves in an ethical and professional manner; demonstrate skills in leadership, self-motivation and working in teams