Impact a dynamic field
The Graduate Certificate of Project Management is a first step towards a career in a fast-evolving industry. You learn to manage projects from conception to completion and adapt any learnings to future goals.
Increase your employability
Fast-growing, high-demand profession.
Start your leadership journey with a career in project management.
Accelerated & 100% online
Study that’s flexible.
Coursework and assessments are designed to fit your needs.
Support seven days a week
Learning advice and study assistance.
Dedicated support services designed for your study discipline.
Lead projects in every sector
Project managers require a diverse, contemporary skill set to keep pace with an evolving business landscape. Knowledge of industry context, stakeholder management and communication are all essential when managing and delivering large-scale, complex projects.
The Graduate Certificate of Project Management is your opportunity to gain these skills and step into a career in this dynamic field. With applications across a broad range of industries, you will graduate with the expertise, tools and techniques needed to manage projects from their conception to their completion and stand out as a highly capable leader among your professional peers.
What you will learn
- Modern business foundations
Build your foundational knowledge of the current, ever-changing business landscape and adapt it to your future goals.
- Leadership
Gain a dynamic leadership perspective tailored to your business needs, whether you’re working for a company or as an entrepreneur.
- Business operations
Through building your understanding of modern business operations, you’ll graduate ready to covert challenges into future opportunities.
Our worldwide University rankings
Monash University holds high rankings domestically and internationally for research and teaching excellence.
Pathways to a masters degree
You can graduate with a Graduate Certificate of Project Management in approximately 0.7 years part-time accelerated, after completing 4 units (24 credit points).
You can also continue studying after completing approximately:
- 1.4 years part-time accelerated, 8 units (48 credit points), and you’ll receive a Graduate Diploma of Project Management; or
- 2 years part-time accelerated, 12 units (72 credit points total), and you’ll receive a Master of Project Management
Project Management
Graduate Certificate
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- The organisational context of project development
- The dynamic context of project delivery
- The planning approach to project management
- The learning approach to project management
Project Management
Graduate Diploma
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- The rise of project-based organisations
- The project as a social system
- Project management for organisational innovation
- Managing project knowledge
Project Management
Master
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Industry project A
- Industry project B
- Professional development
Choose one Monash online elective unit:
Structure
This course comprises four units where you will develop an understanding of the principles and techniques of delivering projects. They are intended for students whose previous qualification is not in project management.
Need further clarification about our online course structure?
You can submit an enquiry directly to our student consultants by using the form listed on our contact us page. You’ll have the opportunity to schedule a call if you’d like to receive further information.
Core Units
This course comprises four units where you will develop an understanding of the principles and techniques of delivering projects. They are intended for students whose previous qualification are not in project management.
The organisational context of project development
The dynamic context of project delivery
The planning approach to project management
The learning approach to project management
Entry Requirements
An Australian bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent qualification, or a minimum of five years relevant work experience*.
English requirements
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.
If you need help understanding the above entry requirements, reach out to our student consultants on our contact us page and schedule a booking for a chat.
* Applicants applying on basis of work experience are required to provide a detailed curriculum vitae, outlining their employment history and professional experience.
Fees
For the Graduate Certificate of Project Management, the estimated cost is $4,637.50 per unit*. You may be eligible to receive a FEE-HELP loan to cover part or all of your tuition. Fees are subject to change annually.
*Please note: these are the estimated domestic fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Looking for clarification on fees, FEE-HELP or scholarships?
Enquire with our student consultants and schedule a call to get your questions answered.
Career outcomes
The workplace of the future is an exciting and dynamic place. A Graduate Certificate of Project Management degree is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to succeed in a constantly changing global environment.
What does the future look like for Project Manager?
Project Managers lead project planning, coordinate teams, and oversee budgets, timelines, and deliverables. They ensure projects are completed successfully, meeting scope, quality, and stakeholder expectations.
Salary
$135,000
Industry Growth
9.3%
Project Management online at Monash
Take advantage of the flexibility provided by a course delivered entirely online and gain the confidence to make an impact on the dynamic field of project management. You’ll enhance your career with a degree from Australia’s largest university, consistently ranked as the preferred hiring university by the leaders of the world’s most successful companies.
The Graduate Certificate of Project Management has a strong industry focus, which will ensure you’re on top of industry developments and that you gain the skills needed to lead in your field. Completion of this course may provide a pathway to study the Graduate Diploma of Project Management.
Meet your academic team
Associate Professor Jonathan Matheny
Jonathan Matheny is the Director of Program Development for Leadership and Executive Education. He leads the development of new programs and teaches personal development, leadership and organisational change. He has led academic programs and lectures across North America, Europe and Asia.
Dr Danielle Ramirez
Dr Danielle Ramirez is a Senior Teaching Fellow in Leadership and Executive Education at the Monash Business School. Danielle completed a Bachelor of Business, a Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Honours) and her PhD at Monash.
Monash Online have done a fantastic job in designing the course so that it is clear and accessible at my convenience.
Karen Hsu
Monash Online Graduate
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main concepts, theories, frameworks and processes used in this course?
- Traditional Waterfall approaches
- Agile/Scrum learning processes.
Can I get into this course without a degree? What are the work experience requirements?
- Finance
- Business/Commerce
- Analytics
- Management
- Information technology/systems/computing
- Engineering
- Mining and construction
- Environmental services
- Health science.
Studying online, the Monash way
Courses designed for online
Gain a world-class education, delivered through a dynamic virtual classroom and taught by leading academics.
Support seven days a week
You’ll have ongoing access to dedicated support services that have been specifically designed for your discipline.
Equipped for career success
You’ll graduate as an in-demand employee, ready to take the next step in your career.
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