University of Technology Sydney

C11005v6 Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Award(s): Graduate Certificate in Project Management (GradCertPM)
CRICOS code: 088437K
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 24
Course EFTSL: 0.5
Location: City campus

Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Inherent (essential) requirements
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Professional recognition
Other information

Overview

UTS's postgraduate project management program is designed to enhance the knowledge, experience and careers of both aspiring and experienced project managers. The UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management equips students with foundational knowledge and experience to launch or enhance project management careers across all industries – such as banking and finance, construction and engineering, event management, government, health and information technology.

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Project Management who wish to extend their studies will gain full credit for the Graduate Certificate subjects when they enrol in the Master of Project Management.

To cater for busy work schedules, UTS delivers most of the postgraduate project management subjects in intensive block workshops. These workshops create an immersive experience where students work with their peers in a team-based, simulated project environment.

UTS academics are at the forefront of international project management research. This breadth of knowledge ensures that students have access to leading-edge thinking applied in both project-specific and organisational contexts. Our teaching staff and specialist guest lecturers have extensive industry experience and knowledge of current trends in project management practice.

Course aims

The UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management aims to equip graduates with the skills and attributes required for professional project management practice. The course provides foundational project management knowledge that aligns with professional association standards. The UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management aims to develop students as reflective project management practitioners with the ability to adapt and improve practice. The communication, leadership and interpersonal abilities that are crucial for managing projects successfully are emphasised throughout the course. In addition, the course aims to develop skills in academic literacy and enquiry to support graduates in their ongoing education and development.

Career options

UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management produces graduates with skills and experiences that enable them to establish or enhance their careers as project managers. Graduates are in high demand by local and international organisations across industries such as banking and finance, construction and engineering, event management, government, health and IT.

Course intended learning outcomes

A.2 Reflect on the impact of cultural diversity to meet project objectives (Managing Diversity)
A.3 Critically reflect on their ability to apply knowledge and skills to work effectively for and with Indigenous Australians across the management of projects.
C.1 Communicate effectively through oral communication in projects at a practitioner level (Oral Communication)
C.2 Communicate effectively through written communication in projects at a practitioner level (Written Communication)
I.1 Understand the need to source and apply tools and techniques to meet contextual demands (Technique Application)
P.1 Apply foundational project management knowledge in projects (Foundational Knowledge)
P.5 Reflect on project practice (Practice Improvement)
P.6 Work as a project team member and contribute to project leadership (Teams and Leadership)
R.1 Think critically (Critical Engagement)
R.2 Understand basic project management research (Research)

Admission requirements

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

  • Applicants must have a UTS recognised bachelor's degree or equivalent, or higher qualification, or an Advanced Diploma in Project Management. Applicants need to provide:
    • a CV clearly articulating work experience, particularly those relevant to project management roles; AND;
    • a personal statement (max. 300 words) explaining the reasons for wanting to study project management and demonstrating an understanding of basic project management concepts gained from work experience and knowledge of course expectations. If applicable, details should be provided about general or professional qualifications that demonstrate potential to pursue graduate studies.
  • Applicants who do not satisfy the academic requirements may be considered on the ability to demonstrate equivalency through a minimum of five (5) years' relevant work experience. Applicants need to provide:
    • a CV clearly articulating project management experience; AND
    • an employer's letter confirming the dates of employment, and the position held; AND
    • a Personal Statement (max. 300 words) explaining the reasons for wanting to study Project Management and demonstrating an understanding of basic project management concepts gained from work experience and knowledge of course expectations. If applicable, details should be provided about general or professional qualifications that demonstrate potential to pursue graduate studies.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Inherent (essential) requirements

Inherent (essential) requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course.

Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course. This Statement should be read in conjunction with the UTS Student Rules.

Prospective or current student concerned about their ability to meet these requirements should discuss their concerns with the Academic Liaison Officer in their faculty or school and/or UTS Accessibility Service on 9514 1177 or at accessibility@uts.edu.au.

UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.

For course specific information see the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.

Course duration and attendance

The course is offered on a one-session, full-time or one-year, part-time basis.

The course is delivered in face-to-face mode (on campus or offshore in conjunction with selected education partners).

Course structure

Students complete four compulsory subjects totalling 24 credit points.

Course completion requirements

STM91311 Project Management Foundation stream 24cp
Total 24cp

Course program

A typical course program is shown below.

Year 1
Autumn or Spring session
Select 24 credit points from the following:   24cp
15310 Project Integration Management 6cp  
15319 Project Risk, Procurement and Quality Management 6cp  
15316 Project Scope, Time and Cost Management 6cp  
15312 Project Communication, HR and Stakeholders 6cp  

Articulation with UTS courses

The course may be taken as a separate award or can articulate into, and form part of, the Master of Project Management (C04006). The project management program structure allows students a choice of entry requirements and study paths leading to the award of graduate certificate (24 credit points), Graduate Diploma in Project Management (C07004) (48 credit points), Master of Project Management (C04006) (72 credit points) and Master of Business Administration (Project Management major) (C04018) (96 credit points). Each stage is self-contained and can be undertaken through part-time or full-time study.

Professional recognition

The UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management is accredited by the Centre for Project Management Education Programs (GAC)

Other information

Further information is available from the UTS Student Centre on:

telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887)
or +61 2 9514 1222
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