Certificate IV in Project Management Practice

BSB40920

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge in a wide variety of contexts. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Contracts Officer, Project Administrator and Quality Officer.

Individuals in these roles work autonomously, and might be members of a project team, with no direct responsibility for overall project outcomes. Primarily, these roles would support wider project operations. They may use project tools and methodologies selectively to support organisational or business activities.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This traineeship is available:

    • Project Management Level IV

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through traineeship:
      2 years
    • Qualification only:
      6 months – 2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply project quality management techniques Core
Apply project scope management techniques Core
Apply project time management techniques Core
Apply critical thinking to work practices Elective
Apply digital solutions to work processes Elective
Apply government processes Elective
Apply legal principles in contract law matters Elective
Apply project cost management techniques Elective
Apply project human resources management approaches Elective
Apply project information management and communications techniques Elective
Apply project life cycle management processes Elective
Apply project procurement procedures Elective
Apply project risk management techniques Elective
Apply project stakeholder engagement techniques Elective
Collect, analyse and present workplace data and information Elective
Coordinate business resources Elective
Develop personal work priorities Elective
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices Elective
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices Elective
Implement and monitor procurement process Elective
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs Elective
Lead effective workplace relationships Elective
Maintain security of digital devices Elective
Manage personal health and wellbeing Elective
Support policy implementation Elective
Uphold and support the values and principles of public service Elective
Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate IV in Project Management Practice sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Program and Project Administrator

    ANZSCO 511112

    Program or Project Administrators plan and undertake administration of organisational programs, special projects and support services.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Project Management Practice

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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