Entry Requirements
a) English language equivalence requirements
English is the student’s first language; or
IELTS 5.5 with no sub band scores less than 5.0; or
Completion of at least one year of full-time study at secondary, post-secondary or tertiary level; or
A pass grade or better in an English language subject at Australian Year 12 level or overseas equivalent; or
Completion of the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program at an Australian NEAS Accredited Language Centre; or
Completion of an English communication skills program appropriate for specific programs approved.
b) Educational and other qualifications, skills, and other prerequisites
A recognised secondary (high school) qualification; or completion of AQF Level 4 study (e.g., Certificate IV);or
For international students directly recruited from overseas, the entry requirement is the successful completion of equivalent high school certificate.
Should be 18 years of age or over at time of commencement.
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
To gain entry into BSB51415 Diploma of Project Management it is preferred that individuals possess a BSB41515 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice, or similar qualification; or have vocational experience in a project management related role without holding a formal qualification. Conversely, it may also apply to those with little or no vocational experience, but who possess sound theoretical business skills and knowledge that they would like to develop in order to create further educational and employment opportunities.
Course Description
The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) accredits this course. Access the following link for further information regarding the accreditation of this course http://training.gov.au/Organisation/Details/45018. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge to organisations. They may manage projects in a variety of contexts, across a number of industry sectors. They have project leadership and management roles and are responsible for achieving project objectives within set timelines. They possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialized, technical and managerial competencies to initiate, plan, execute and evaluate their own work and/or the work of others.
Potential Job Roles
Team Leader / Supervisor
Senior Project Manager