Charles Sturt University
Master of Project Management
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 18 months
- Course Type: Master's
Acquire the skills needed to design, manage and implement complex project solutions.

Course overview
Become a business leader with the skills to successfully manage complex projects. Designed for professionals from diverse backgrounds, the Master of Project Management from Charles Sturt University provides preparation for a range of project management certifications, such as those offered through the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. From the Graduate Certificate in Project Management through to the master's program, Charles Sturt University has an option to suit you. Charles Sturt University and IT Masters are offering six intakes so you can choose when to start your studies. Choose a session or term starting January, March, May, July, August or November, and kickstart your IT career. To find out more about how Charles Sturt University's six intake term and session structure works, visit the IT Masters website.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 96 credit points. This includes 64 credit points of core units and 32 credit points of electives.
- Human Resource Management
- Contemporary Management
- Strategy and Planning
- Forecasting and Risk Assessment
- Project Management Fundamentals
- The Project Lifecycle
- Project Management Leadership
- Professional Communications
Entry requirements
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent) and appropriate work experience.
Applicants without tertiary qualifications may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Project Management based on professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon completing the Graduate Certificate, students will be eligible for admission to the Master of Project Management and receive credit for applicable subjects.
English Language Proficiency
For postgraduate coursework courses, applicants must have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last two years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.0.
- No individual score below 6.0.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Your previous studies can be acknowledged as credit towards your postgraduate studies, provided that they meet the relevant course requirements.
If you receive an offer of enrolment and you’ve undertaken prior learning, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. The procedure is governed by the university Recognition of Prior Learning policy. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
The Master of Project Management provides excellent preparation for a global business career. You'll have the advanced knowledge and skills to successfully lead and implement projects across various industry sectors, including information technology, government, banking and finance, manufacturing, health and education.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated 2025 first-year fee: $32,400 (domestic full-fee paying fee)
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 32 credit points (normally four units) per semester or 64 credit points (normally eight units) per year. A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.