Master of Project Management
Developing strong leaders across project-based organisations.
For domestic and international students.
As a result of globalisation, the application of new technologies, and an ever-changing economic environment, more organisations rely on project work, programs and portfolios to conduct business. Project management methodologies can help standardise, structure and organise work methods to achieve things on time and budget, and to requirements.
Degree type
Postgraduate coursework
Duration
1 year full-time
Commencing terms
Semester 1, Semester 2
Program code
8595
Delivery mode
Online
Overview
UNSW Canberra's Master of Project Management provides students withthe knowledge, skills and tools to successfully delivernew productsand services, perform change and transformation, and helpproject teamsget things done.With a strong emphasis on extending skills and knowledge withworkexperience,this program prepares graduates to apply their high-level understanding to real-world problems within any industry.
What our students say
“I’m a very kinaesthetic visual learner, so having someone show me how to do causal loop diagrams [in intensive mode sessions] made so much more sense. There was also great value in the discussions between lectures — it really helped cement some concepts.”
Charmaine Montgomery, Master of Project Management student
Find out more
For more information on this degree, see the.
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The Master of Project Management is accredited by the. Students benefit from:
the opportunity to become aligned with AIPM, the premier project management industry body
the opportunity tojoin AIPM as student-level members, giving them accesstomany .You’llbe eligible to apply for associate membership as soon asyoureceive a formal qualification.
professional development opportunities and pathways
automatic certification at Certified Practising Project Practitioner (CPPP) level ifthey join AIPM as an Associate orMember (note theRegPMassessment fee and competency assessment will be waived)
confidence in the quality of course content and delivery
assurance that the chosen course meets industry standards and reflects current best practice in project management.
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Students undertaking theMaster of Project Managementneed to complete 48 Units of Credit (UOC) by completing eight 6-UOC courses from the list in the Handbook entry for the program (see the list inCourse availability).
In theMaster of Project Management, students must complete two compulsory courses, two of the three core courses and four elective courses. Not all elective courses will be available in a particular year.
The courses in the program may be taken in any order, but it's recommended that the two compulsory courses are completed first, followed by the two core courses, then the four elective courses.
With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students may take up to two elective courses (12 UOC) from other coursework programs.
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With the approval of the Program Coordinator, master's students with an average mark of 65% or higher in four courses may complete a research project worth 12 UOC in lieu of two elective courses.
The research project can be completed within one semester through enrolment inor spread across twosemestersthrough enrolment inCompletionof either course results in the achievement of 12 UOC.
The project is recommended for those with a strong interest in pursuing original research in a particular area or intending to undertake a higher research degree qualification. Students undertaking theresearch project (or)areunable to enrol in elective courses from other coursework programs.
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For information regarding entry requirements, please refer to the.
Key contacts
ProgramCoordinator
Greg Hammond
E:greg.hammond@unsw.edu.au
Student enquiries
E:SAS.cbr@unsw.edu.au
T: +61 2 5114 5000