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Overview
Learn to lead projects from start to finish. Gain skills in planning, risk management and team leadership.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge in a variety of contexts, across a number of industry sectors. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Project Manager and Project Team Leader.
Individuals in these roles have project leadership and management roles and are responsible for achieving project objectives. They possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical and managerial competencies to initiate, plan, execute and evaluate their own work and/or the work of others.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:
*To be eligible for this funding, you have to do a traineeship.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This traineeship is available:
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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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:
3 years - Qualification only:
1–2 years
- Through traineeship:
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Delivery options
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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 |
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| Manage project cost | Core |
| Manage project human resources | Core |
| Manage project information and communication | Core |
| Manage project integration | Core |
| Manage project quality | Core |
| Manage project risk | Core |
| Manage project scope | Core |
| Manage project time | Core |
| Analyse data | Elective |
| Communicate with influence | Elective |
| Develop critical thinking in others | Elective |
| Develop strategies for more sustainable use of resources | Elective |
| Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability | Elective |
| Ensure a safe workplace for a work area | Elective |
| Establish innovative work environments | Elective |
| Facilitate continuous improvement | Elective |
| Implement information and knowledge management systems | Elective |
| Interpret compliance requirements | Elective |
| Lead and manage organisational change | Elective |
| Manage business resources | Elective |
| Manage complex projects | Elective |
| Manage people performance | Elective |
| Manage personal and professional development | Elective |
| Manage project governance | Elective |
| Manage project procurement | Elective |
| Manage project stakeholder engagement | Elective |
| Manage team effectiveness | Elective |
| Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | Elective |
| Promote the values and ethos of public service | Elective |
| Verify client business requirements | Elective |
Job prospects
The Diploma of Project Management sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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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
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What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.