Charles Darwin University
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Master complex project management skills in this 2-year postgraduate degree designed for professionals seeking to advance their careers. Learn to lead teams, manage resources, mitigate risks, and deliver projects successfully across any industry with hands-on placement experience.
Applicants must have successfully completed a recognised bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, master's degree, or equivalent international qualification. English language proficiency is required, with minimum IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) for international students or equivalent test scores. Domestic students must meet standard English language requirements through prior study in English or approved English tests. International applicants who have completed CDU's English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40) or Accelerated International Masters Qualifying Program are eligible for entry.
The course consists of 13 core units (140 credit points) covering project management concepts and practical skills. Core units include: Project Management, Project Management Risk and Reliability, Project Resource Planning, Project Portfolio and Program Management, Risk Management, Negotiation and Dispute Resolution, Business Intelligence and Data Mining, Economics of Sustainability, Finance and Investment for Executives, Business and Corporate Law, Strategic Management, and Human Centred Artificial Intelligence. Students complete a 20-credit point Professional Practice unit involving 300 hours of work placement over 12 weeks. Additionally, students select 2 elective units (20 credit points) from postgraduate offerings. The course emphasises both theoretical knowledge and practical application through projects and exercises.
Charles Darwin University is ranked #2 in Australia for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024) and is in the top 100 globally for quality education (THE Impact Rankings 2021). CDU graduates enjoy higher than average employment rates and starting salaries. The Master of Project Management is accredited and endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), with graduates eligible to apply for Certified Practicing Project Practitioner (CPPP) recognition. CDU offers flexible study options allowing students to balance work, family, and study commitments.
Graduates of this course may pursue careers as Project Managers, Program Managers, Project Officers, or Project Consultants across various industries. The AIPM accreditation and CPPP eligibility enhance career prospects and professional credibility. With practical placement experience and comprehensive project management training, graduates are well-positioned for senior roles in project delivery, organisational leadership, and strategic planning across public and private sectors.
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