Course information
- NECA Course ID
- BSB50820
- Course Name
- Diploma of Project Management
- Duration
- 12 months
- Mode of Study
- In-person and/or facilitated online classes
- Fees
- $7,280 per person (GST free)
- Next Intake
- to - see below for more dates
Course description
The programme covers a range of topics to ensure the development of the following skill sets:
- Project Authorisation and Scope Management: Understanding project authorisation and developing scope management plans.
- Scope Control: Managing the application of project scope controls.
- Time Management: Determining and implementing project schedules, and assessing time management outcomes.
- Quality Management: Determining quality requirements, and implementing quality control and assurance processes.
- Quality Improvement: Utilising review and evaluation processes to make quality improvements in current and future projects.
- Cost Management: Identifying, analysing, and refining project costs to produce a budget, and using this budget as the principal mechanism to control project costs.
- Human Resource Management: Planning for human resources, implementing personnel training and development, and managing the project team.
- Communication and Stakeholder Management: Developing communication, management, and engagement strategies to ensure timely and appropriate generation, collection, dissemination, storage, and disposal of project information to all stakeholders.
- Risk Management: Identifying, analysing, treating, and monitoring project risks, and assessing risk.
- Performance Management: Developing systems and analysing information to monitor and adjust performance strategies, and managing opportunities for improvement.
- Project Governance: Identifying, applying, monitoring, and reviewing project governance.
- Procurement Management: Determining and monitoring procurement activities across a project’s life cycle and resolving issues that could affect the achievement of project objectives.
The programme is delivered in-person at our trade school or through real-time facilitated online classes, so you will need a computer and internet access. Assessment methods include questions and evidence from projects.
What’s included?
Simulation Day
A highlight of the Diploma of Project Management is the Simulation Day at the Building Leadership Simulation Centre (BLSC). Run by Master Builders Victoria, the BLSC is a revolutionary new training facility for Australia’s building and construction industry and is the first of its kind in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere.
Within this virtual worksite environment, you will be immersed in realistic project management scenarios alongside specialist actors and provided with feedback on your performance.
Register your interest now for the Diploma of Project Management
Delivery will be in-person or via facilitated online classes over 12 days, combined with practical application in the workplace. The delivery program will consist of a blend of formal classroom presentations, guest speakers and group learning. Assessments will be completed outside of the classroom.
Students will need to allocate time each week to undertake some self-directed learning including research and assessment work. Students should expect to study for approximately 8 hours a week for the duration of the course.
Course dates
Course details
John Leijon
John started his career as an engineer, and has over 30 years of experience across manufacturing, I.T., and construction. He has worked on high-end residential renovation projects as the owner and manager of Victoria’s second largest renovation builder. The business specialised in second storey additions, with the challenging initiative of allowing owners to reside in the property throughout the process. Today John works with organisations where project managers are upgrading their skills to stay competitive in demanding project environments. His current projects include the Level Crossing Removal Project, Metro Tunnel Melbourne and Metricon Homes.
Guest Presenter
Michael Purnell brings 20 years of experience in the electrical industry.
Mike currently holds director and company advisor roles, including as a Director of NECA Education & Careers, a NECA National and NECA Victoria Councillor, and an advisor to businesses associated with the electrical industry
- BSBSTR502 – Facilitate continuous improvement
- BSBPMG539 – Manage project governance
- BSBPMG530 – Manage project scope
- BSBPMG533 – Manage project cost
- BSBPMG532 – Manage project quality
- BSBPMG536 – Manage project risk
- BSBPMG537 – Manage project procurement
- BSBPMG538 – Manage project stakeholder engagement
- BSBPMG535 – Manage project information and communication
- BSBPMG534 – Manage project human resources
- BSBPMG540 – Manage project integration
- BSBPMG531 – Manage project time
This qualification is recognised within the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 5.
Applicants are required to have an interview (in-person or virtually) with representatives from NECA Education & Careers to determine suitability for the course before enrolment.
This interview will confirm:
- The applicant is employed in an appropriate role
- The applicant has a workplace mentor to support their development
- The applicant has a project/s they will be able to work on to complete the assessment requirements
- Has access to and be able to use a laptop and associated technologies
- Has access to and can use general software applications such as MS Word, Excel, Email, Zoom meetings
- Has the ability to attend all scheduled classes.
All applicants must complete a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy Assessment to confirm they have the appropriate levels required to get the best out of the training.
Standard fee: $7,280 per person (GST free)
NECA Member Discounted Rate: $6,916 per person
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