Course Overview

About This Course

This course will equip you with the understanding, knowledge and skills needed to work as a project manager in a variety of industries. You'll learn the advanced project management techniques to facilitate project success. Project management is a distinct professional discipline with its own body of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques. It involves managing a project from inception to completion and the attainment of the project's objectives. If you have recently graduated or not yet gained experience in the field, the two-year Master of Project Management course will introduce you to the foundations of the discipline and allow you to develop your skills in complementary areas outside of project management. Students who complete a master degree to a high standard can apply for doctoral-level studies.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Curtin Perth, Kent Street, Bentley WA 6102

78 Murray St, Perth, WA 6000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards.
Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma.
Applicants require a bachelor degree; or a Graduate Certificate in Project Management or a Graduate Diploma in Project Management.
Students entering with a Graduate Diploma in Project Management must have completed PRJM6006 Project Management Research 1 in Semester 2 in order to be eligible for the Research Stream.
Students entering with the Graduate Diploma in Project Management who have completed PRJM6008 Project Quality Management are eligible for the Professional Stream.
English language requirement: IELTS Academic with an overall band score of 6.5, with minimum 6 in Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As methodologies such as Agile and Scrum are incorporated into general management, dictating the way work is managed, project management skills are increasingly sought across all industries. The accelerating adoption of automation technologies is also creating a demand for project managers to manage the outputs of these systems. The international Project Management Institute reports that by 2027, employers will need more than 87 million additional people in project management-oriented roles. Industries include Commerce, Construction, Education, Engineering, Events planning, Health, IT, Law, Marketing and public relations, and Resources.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

VETASSESS / AIPM

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course accredited by any professional bodies?

Yes, this course is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and the Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC), and is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM).

Can I exit the course early with a lower qualification?

Yes. The degree comprises three levels of study, with completion of one level providing credit towards the next. You can choose to exit the degree at the graduate certificate or graduate diploma level.

What are the English language requirements for this course?

You must meet Curtin's English language requirements. For this course, the IELTS Academic requirement is an overall band score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6 in each of Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening. Other accepted English tests and qualifications can be checked on Curtin's English language requirements page.

How much does the Master of Science (Project Management) cost for domestic students?

The 2026 domestic indicative first-year fee is $30,968. This is a domestic fee-paying (DFP) place, meaning it is not Commonwealth supported. Domestic fee-paying students may be eligible for FEE-HELP assistance for all or part of their tuition fees. Note that fees are indicative only and may vary depending on the units chosen.

What topics will I study in this course?

In this course, you will learn the processes and techniques associated with project management, including cost, time, quality, risk, communication, human resources and procurement management. You'll explore the application of quality management to projects including planning, assurance, certification, audits, control, training, benchmarking and best practice. You'll also be trained in leadership, team management and motivation. The master degree is divided into a professional stream and a research stream.

Application

How to Apply

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

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $120,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $120,000 to $155,000 per year

Career Paths

Project CoordinatorProject AdministratorProject ManagerIT Project ManagerConstruction Project Manager

Key Skills

Project planning, scheduling, and milestone managementBudget development, cost control, and financial reportingRisk identification, assessment, and mitigation planningStakeholder engagement and communication managementAgile, Scrum, and iterative project delivery methodologies

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