Southern Cross University
Graduate Certificate in Project Management
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Equips professionals with practical, industry-relevant skills to confidently lead projects from initiation to completion—anytime, anywhere in Australia.
Course overview
This online program equips you with essential competencies in risk management, control, planning, implementation, evaluation, collaboration and systems analysis.
Whether you’re new to studying or returning after a break, this course empowers you to build practical skills and boost your confidence. The knowledge you gain is transferable across various roles and industries, ensuring you carry these valuable skills with you. This course can also be credited toward a Graduate Diploma or Master of Project Management.
Key facts
6th July, 2026
31st August, 2026
26th October, 2026
What you will study
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Project Management Online, students must complete a compulsory core unit and three elective units.
Core unit
- Project Management Principles
Electives
Choose three of the following:
- Project Management: Initiation and Planning
- Introduction to Agile Project Management
- Project Management: Quality, Control and Risk
- Leading and Managing Projects
- Project Procurement and Contract Management
- Portfolio and Program Management
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To qualify for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Project Management online, you must have one of the following:
- A bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- At least five years of work experience/professional standing that is regarded by the Academic Board as equivalent to an undergraduate degree.
English language requirements
Students must be proficient in English. Contact the university to find further information about English language requirements.
Recognition of Prior Learning
SCU recognises and rewards credit for past education, qualifications and work experience through a process called advanced standing. If you're eligible for advanced standing, this can impact the number of units you need to study, reducing the time and cost of your overall degree.
Contact the university to find out more about applying for advanced standing.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Lay the foundation for the skills you need to successfully complete projects.
- Build your skillset in project management to increase your confidence while managing projects.
Career outcomes
Qualified project managers are in high demand, both here in Australia and around the world. When you graduate, you will have an in-depth understanding of project management methodologies, be able to meet project goals and make complex strategic decisions. SCU's students work in a variety of project management roles across all industries. Below is a snapshot of some of these project management jobs.
- Project manager
- Workspace services engineer
- Construction administrator
- General business manager
- Logistics manager
- IT project management manager
- Agile it project manager
- Managing director
- Iot technology project manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Fee per unit in 2026: $3,250 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Total course fee in 2026: $13,000 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The number of units you must complete to graduate depends on the course and if you receive advanced standing. This, in turn, will effect how much your Southern Cross University Online course fees will cost you.
Student fees 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.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
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.
Who You Will Learn From
Dr Sharen Nisbet
Dr Sharen Nisbet is a teaching scholar with expertise in educational design and employability. She teaches units in human resource management, organisational behaviour, and change management across a range of programs, including the Master of Business Administration (Online).
Her dedication to community engagement and innovative teaching methods ensures that her students receive a comprehensive and practical education, preparing them for successful careers in business.
Student Testimonials
Ross Haden
My current role involves interfacing with many other disciplines. Studying Southern Cross University's Master of Project Management has proven to be the perfect way for me to advance my knowledge and opportunities.
Darren Bourke
The whole experience was excellent from start to finish. Lecturers were knowledgeable, supportive and encouraging, recognising the challenges faced by most of the students in balancing work demands, home life and study.
Nathan Mitchell
I've been practising as a project manager for around 10 years and decided that I wanted to attain a more formal recognition in the profession. I thought of various options for this recognition and determined that a master's would be the best fit for me.