Diploma of Project Management

Diploma of Project Management

BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management

CRICOS Code: 111790H Duration: 52 weeks (40 weeks study + 12 weeks breaks

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge in a variety of contexts, across a number of industry sectors. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Project Manager and Project Team Leader.

Individuals in these roles have project leadership and management roles and are responsible for achieving project objectives. They possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical and managerial competencies to initiate, plan, execute and evaluate their own work and/or the work of others.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Source: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/SIT60322

International students

Whilst there are no entry requirements specified in the training package, ABCI requires the following course entry criteria to be met:
  • Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencement; and
  • Hold a valid and current study visa; and
  • Have completed a Certificate III or higher qualification in an Australian RTO or education institute; or
  • Be educated for 5 years in an English speaking country; or
  • • Hold a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 OR PTE score of 42 OR hold an International Baccalaureate Diploma where the main language of instruction was English OR speak English as a first language OR evidence of undertaking a relevant ELICOS program.
Alternatively, students may demonstrate ACSF and LLN levels by undertaking ABCI’s ACSF assessments.
In addition, applicants:
  • Should have basic computer and MS Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and access to the internet.
To attain the qualification, 12 units of competency must be completed.
Total Number of Units 12
Number of Core Units 8
Number of Elective Units 4

ABCI has selected the elective units that are most appropriate to meet industry requirements. The selection of electives has been made in consideration with the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.

Unit code Unit name Core/elective
BSBPMG530 Manage project scope Core
BSBPMG531 Manage project time Core
BSBPMG532 Manage project quality Core
BSBPMG533 Manage project cost Core
BSBPMG534 Manage project human resources Core
BSBPMG535 Manage project information and communication Core
BSBPMG536 Manage project risk Elective
SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes*^ Core
BSBPMG540 Manage project integration Core
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness Elective
BSBSTR502 Facilitate continuous improvement Elective
BSBPMG537 Manage project procurement Elective
BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving Elective

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge in a variety of contexts, across a number of industry sectors. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Project Manager and Project Team Leader.

ABCI does not guarantee employment outcomes for students studying this qualification.

Students may enter this qualification with no prior experience or qualifications.

After satisfactory completion of this qualification, a student may progress to the following qualifications:

Torrens University Pathway

  • Bachelor of Business – additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship) – additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Event Management) – additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Marketing) – additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) – additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) – additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business Information Systems – additional study of 2 years
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This course is delivered face to face.

Assessment methods include:

  • Written answers
  • Case studies
  • Projects
  • Practical sessions.
International students are required to study 20 hours per week.

Study this qualification at our campus locations:

Level 1, 142 North Terrace Adelaide SA 5000

Suite 4.16-4.17, 343 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC

ABCI recognises all AQF qualifications issued by another Registered Training Organisation. Credit transfer will be granted upon presentation of certified copies of qualifications. ABCI reserves the right to confirm the authenticity of any qualifications presented for credit transfer.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be recognised upon successful completion of an RPL assessment in accordance with ABCI policy. If RPL is awarded, a student may receive credits towards their qualification and course duration will be adjusted accordingly.