Graduate Diploma in Project Management
2008 | 2009 | 2010Division of Information Technology, Engineering and the Environment | School of Natural and Built Environments
| Program Code: IGBP Program Level: Postgraduate SATAC code: 4GD001 Home Campus:
City East Program Length (in EFTSL):
1 |
Program director/s
- Dr Sam Baroudi (IGBP)
HOW TO APPLY
DOMESTIC STUDENTS ONLY
Applications to this program are online via SATAC's Gradstart portal.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY
Applications to this program are via UniSA's Apply Online portal.
Aim
This program provides motivated graduates from diverse disciplinary backgrounds with an advanced understanding of international best practice in project management adopted by many government and industry sectors worldwide.
Entry requirements
Applicants should normally hold an undergraduate degree, a Graduate Certificate in Project Management or Graduate Certificate in Project Management (Assets and Facilities), or a recognised equivalent qualification. Selection is based on academic merit.
For international applicants for whom English is a second language, the minimum English language requirements are:
International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic): Minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing subscores and minimum overall score of 6.5 obtained within the last two years or corresponding results from an equivalent test such as TOEFL or the appropriate Academic English language level delivered at CELUSA; or
- Successful completion of a tertiary qualification at diploma level or above completed in Australia within the last two years; or
- Successful completion of at least two years of tertiary study at diploma level or above conducted and completed in English within the last five years in a country in which English is commonly used, as determined by the University. Where the study in English was more than five years ago, this requirement may be satisfied by subsequent and recent work experience of two or more years duration in a setting where English is the language of business subject to satisfactory evidence as determined by the Program Director.
Content/structure
The program requires the completion of eight core courses complying with the rules for the program making a total of 36 units for the Graduate Diploma.
Honours
Not applicable
Fee information
Fees for Domestic students: Commonwealth SupportedFees for Commonwealth Supported Students are calculated at the course level. Click on individual courses in the schedule below to determine total program fees.
Program requirements
| Course name | Area + Cat. No. | Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST HALF (Study Period 2) | |||
| BUSS 5142 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| BUSS 5143 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| BUSS 5070 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| BUSS 5163 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| SECOND HALF (Study Period 5) | |||
| POLI 5011 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| BUSS 5328 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| BUSS 5102 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| BUSS 5146 | 4.5 | 0.125 |
Notes
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The Principles of Project Management A course (BUSS 5142) should be undertaken at the first opportunity. The Applied Project Management (BUSS 5146) course should be undertaken towards the end of the program.
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Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Project Management program or an equivalent program will receive credit, subject to approval from the Program Director.
- The program is available either full-time over one year or part-time over two or more years