RMIT University
Graduate Certificate in Project Management
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Designed for professionals currently working or looking to work in the field of project management.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Project Management will equip you with management and leadership skills. This course emphasises the practical application of theory to develop your capacity to respond to current and emerging issues and trends. You will critically engage with project management theory and best-practice principles, and evaluate and implement project management strategies using real-world project-based cases and examples.
A qualification in project management will help you develop skills that are highly sought after globally in a wide variety of sectors, including construction, architecture, engineering, information technology, government and events management. You will learn how to run complex projects with a range of stakeholders, managing all phases on time and to budget, and contributing to increased business effectiveness.
As part of your studies, you have the opportunity to specialise in engineering, information technology, post-disaster project management, or general project management.
Key facts
October, 2026
What you will study
To graduate, you must complete 48 credit points. Each course is valued at 12 credit points.
Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.
Only plan GC042P03PM has an October intake.
Stage A of Program
Complete the following four courses:
- Introduction to Project Management
- Project Management Techniques
- Managing Project Teams
- Project Design for Quality
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
You must have one of the following:
- Successfully completed an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent overseas qualification).
- Undertaken a minimum of five years of professional work experience in a related industry. Applicants with less than five years of senior-level professional experience may also be considered.
To have your professional experience considered, you must submit with your application a CV and a personal statement detailing your experience.
English language requirements
You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program. Contact the university for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce your study load by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.
Credit and exemptions will be assessed in a manner consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.
Contact the university or visit their website for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
After graduating, you will be able to work as a project management professional and apply your capability and expertise to diverse organisations and industries, including construction and property.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge required to analyse, synthesise and apply complex project management theory to a range of industry issues, and use this knowledge to implement new and effective strategies and paths forward. This knowledge, combined with your ongoing learning about industry developments, will enable you to design solutions tailored to the needs of various stakeholders and projects.
You will also build core skills in communication, decision-making, planning, and teamwork, ensuring you are an effective member of any team, project or organisation.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative total fee in 2026: $17,760 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Additional expenses:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): $373 maximum fee for 2026.
- Other items related to your program include field trips, textbooks and equipment.
The amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis. These fees should only be used as a guide.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- 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 program.