Master degrees (coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
Project Management is a distinct professional discipline, having its own body of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques. It involves managing a project from inception to completion and the successful attainment of the project objectives. This course provides the opportunity to gain the understanding, knowledge and skills necessary for performing the role of project manager. It adopts a generic approach to project management and is applicable to any project in industries such as construction, engineering, education, health, commerce, information technology and research and development. The Federal Department of Education, Science and Training has predicted Project Management to be the fastest growing occupation by 2010.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Applicants are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. 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.
Specifically, applicants require a bachelor degree or equivalent; or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Project Management.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:
Graduate Certificate in Project Management, Graduate Diploma in Project Management
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to doctoral degrees. For further details, see the University websitehttp://curtin.edu.au.
Master degrees (coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. describe and apply the principles, concepts, tools, techniques and processes of project management
2. think critically to analyse, challenge and adapt concepts and practices of project management
3. critically assess, evaluate and synthesise information in order to undertake project
4. communicate effectively in writing, graphically and orally with various audiences (academic, professional and community)
5. use appropriate technologies to apply the processes of project management
6. use learned skills to continue self development and influence others in continued learning in the project management community
7. have an awareness of international perspectives of project management
8. appreciate the cultural diversity of the wider community as it impacts on project management
9. work ethically as individuals and in teams demonstrating skills in leadership, negotiation and conflict resolution, recognising and valuing the contribution of other disciplines and interests
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is one and a half years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Location and delivery Mode
| YEAR | LOCATION | PERIOD | ALL* | INTERNAL | PARTIALLY ONLINE INTERNAL^ | EXTERNAL | FULLY ONLINE# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | Y | |||
| 2014 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | Y | |||
| 2014 | Sydney Campus | Trimester 1A | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Sydney Campus | Trimester 2A | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Sydney Campus | Trimester 3A | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Miri Sarawak Campus | Trimester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Miri Sarawak Campus | Trimester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Miri Sarawak Campus | Trimester 3 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| COURSE STRUCTURE | HRS/WK | CREDIT | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1 | |||||
| 10899 | v.4 | Project Procurement Management 642 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13619 | v.3 | Project Quality Management 641 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10895 | v.3 | Project Management 641 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314919 | v.1 | Project and People 641 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2 | |||||
| 10896 | v.4 | Project Cost Management 642 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10897 | v.4 | Project Time Management 641 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10898 | v.4 | Project Risk Management 641 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1 | |||||
| 10900 | v.5 | Program and Portfolio Management 641 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10901 | v.4 * | Project Management Research 641 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311558 | v.1 | Project Management Capstone 642 | 2.0 | 50.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 10902 | v.4 | Project Management Research 642 | 1.0 | 50.0 | |
Source : Curtin University