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52 weeks
On campus (workshop-style classes via VU Block Model®)
In Person · Two units over 8 weeks (full-time), or one unit over 8 weeks (part-time)
15 February 2027 | 26 July 2027
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
Victoria University City Campus, 364-378 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Student Information
Tuition Fee
Indicative fees for full-time student (2026): AU$34,500 per year | Indicative fees for full-time student (2027): AU$37,600 per year
Duration
1 year full time or longer for part time
Eligibility
International students:
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
VETASSESS / AIPM
Course Content
Fundamentals of Project Management
12 credit points
Project Governance
12 credit points
Project Management and People
12 credit points
Project Management and Information Technology
12 credit points
Project Risk Management
12 credit points
Project Planning and Control
12 credit points
Art and Practice of Leadership
Elective unit — 12 credit points
Work and Organisation Systems
Elective unit — 12 credit points
Managing Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Elective unit — 12 credit points
Project Construction Management
Elective unit — 12 credit points
Project Procurement Management
Elective unit — 12 credit points
Project Investment Analysis
Elective unit — 12 credit points
Project Stakeholder Management
Elective unit — 12 credit points
Common Questions
Applicants need to have completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, OR an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar discipline, OR have a minimum of three (3) years approved work experience. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry, and past academic performance may also be considered.
To attain the Graduate Diploma in Project Management, students are required to complete 72 credit points of Core studies (six core units worth 12 credit points each) and 24 credit points of Elective units (two elective units chosen from the approved electives list), totalling 96 credit points overall.
This course is a full-fee course (not government subsidised), with indicative fees of AU$34,500 per year for a full-time student. In addition to tuition fees, students will also need to pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
Yes, the Graduate Diploma in Project Management is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM). After finishing the endorsed qualification and joining AIPM as an Associate or Member, students are entitled to automatic recognition for AIPM's Certified Practising Project Practitioner (CPPP).
Yes. Once you have successfully completed the Graduate Diploma in Project Management, you will gain entry to the Master of Project Management – and you'll already be half way to completing the masters degree.
Application
Three simple steps to get enrolled
Step 01
Enquire
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Step 02
Submit Documents
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Step 03
Get Enrolled
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Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.
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