C11005v6 Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Award(s): Graduate Certificate in Project Management (GradCertPM)CRICOS code: 088437K
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 24
Course EFTSL: 0.5
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Inherent requirements
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
UTS's postgraduate project management program is designed to enhance the knowledge, experience and careers of both aspiring and experienced project managers. The UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management equips students with foundational knowledge and experience to launch or enhance project management careers across all industries – such as banking and finance, construction and engineering, event management, government, health and information technology.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Project Management who wish to extend their studies will gain full credit for the Graduate Certificate subjects when they enrol in the Master of Project Management.
To cater for busy work schedules, UTS delivers most of the postgraduate project management subjects in intensive block workshops. These workshops create an immersive experience where students work with their peers in a team-based, simulated project environment.
UTS academics are at the forefront of international project management research. This breadth of knowledge ensures that students have access to leading-edge thinking applied in both project-specific and organisational contexts. Our teaching staff and specialist guest lecturers have extensive industry experience and knowledge of current trends in project management practice.
Course aims
The UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management aims to equip graduates with the skills and attributes required for professional project management practice. The course provides foundational project management knowledge that aligns with professional association standards. The UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management aims to develop students as reflective project management practitioners with the ability to adapt and improve practice. The communication, leadership and interpersonal abilities that are crucial for managing projects successfully are emphasised throughout the course. In addition, the course aims to develop skills in academic literacy and enquiry to support graduates in their ongoing education and development.
Career options
UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management produces graduates with skills and experiences that enable them to establish or enhance their careers as project managers. Graduates are in high demand by local and international organisations across industries such as banking and finance, construction and engineering, event management, government, health and IT.
Course intended learning outcomes
| A.2 | Reflect on the impact of cultural diversity to meet project objectives (Managing Diversity) |
| A.3 | Critically reflect on their ability to apply knowledge and skills to work effectively for and with Indigenous Australians across the management of projects. |
| C.1 | Communicate effectively through oral communication in projects at a practitioner level (Oral Communication) |
| C.2 | Communicate effectively through written communication in projects at a practitioner level (Written Communication) |
| I.1 | Understand the need to source and apply tools and techniques to meet contextual demands (Technique Application) |
| P.1 | Apply foundational project management knowledge in projects (Foundational Knowledge) |
| P.5 | Reflect on project practice (Practice Improvement) |
| P.6 | Work as a project team member and contribute to project leadership (Teams and Leadership) |
| R.1 | Think critically (Critical Engagement) |
| R.2 | Understand basic project management research (Research) |
Admission requirements
To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.
Applicants must have one of the following:
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, or Advanced Diploma in Project Management AND Any relevant professional experience work experience.
OR
- A minimum of 5 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Project Management AND A general capacity to undertake tertiary education, demonstrated by successful completion of general or professional qualifications
Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application
For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:
- Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
- A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
- A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
- A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
- An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
- A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)
For applicants who need to demonstrate interest in the course:
- Personal statement (300 words) outlining reasons for studying the Graduate Certificate in Project Management and demonstrating an understanding of basic project management concepts gained from work experience and knowledge of course expectations.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.
Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.
UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.
For course specific information see the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.
Course duration and attendance
The course is offered on a one-session, full-time or one-year, part-time basis.
The course is delivered in face-to-face mode (on campus or offshore in conjunction with selected education partners).
Course structure
Students complete four compulsory subjects totalling 24 credit points.
Course completion requirements
| STM91311 Project Management Foundation stream | 24cp | |
| Total | 24cp |
Course program
A typical course program is shown below.
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn or Spring session | ||
| Select 24 credit points from the following: | 24cp | |
| 15310 Project Integration Management | 6cp | |
| 15319 Project Risk, Procurement and Quality Management | 6cp | |
| 15316 Project Scope, Time and Cost Management | 6cp | |
| 15312 Project Communication, HR and Stakeholders | 6cp | |
Articulation with UTS courses
The course may be taken as a separate award or can articulate into, and form part of, the Master of Project Management (C04006). The project management program structure allows students a choice of entry requirements and study paths leading to the award of graduate certificate (24 credit points), Graduate Diploma in Project Management (C07004) (48 credit points), Master of Project Management (C04006) (72 credit points) and Master of Business Administration (Project Management major) (C04018) (96 credit points). Each stage is self-contained and can be undertaken through part-time or full-time study.
Professional recognition
The UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management is accredited by the Centre for Project Management Education Programs (GAC)
Other information
Further information is available from the UTS Student Centre on:
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887)
or +61 2 9514 1222
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