Studies in project management focus on achieving goals. Graduates in project management are sought after by employers. The courses include a strong focus on processes and tools required to achieve outcomes and industry-specific case studies, class discussions and assignments based on real projects, including the participant’s own workplace projects.

Project management programs guide you through the leading-edge project management concepts, with a strong emphasis on holistic and systems-based project management methods, combined with the practical application of concepts, techniques and tools. There is flexibility to select options from entrepreneurship and commercialisation. The Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation and Innovation Centre is a Registered Education Provider for PMI. 

Courses are delivered in intensive sessions.

The Master of Applied Project Management Advanced (Mining) is a 48 unit program designed to allow students to articulate from the Master of Applied Project Management (Mining). It includes 15 units of core courses, 6 units of electives and 15 units of specialised plan in Mining common with the Master of Applied Project Management (Mining). Students then undertake a further 12 units of Project to complete the program.

Intending students should consult the program coordinator early in the year in which they plan to study to check whether particular courses or projects will be available.

The Master of Applied Project Management Advanced (Mining) is a 48 unit program with 15 units of core courses, 6 units of electives, 15 units of specialised plan in Mining and a 12 unit Project.

It is possible to articulate through all project management programs with full recognition.

• Master of Applied Project Management Advanced (Defence)
• Master of Applied Project Management Advanced (Climate Change)

Mining

This program provides the knowledge for graduates to develop their own companies based on their background and interests, enabling graduates to move from technical fields into management positions. Many careers in project management exist in areas such as IT, defence, mining, manufacturing and construction. Further careers are available in defence, management of climate change and mining.

• Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of project management at advanced levels, which are internationally recognised.
• The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.
• The ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.
• Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.
• A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.
• A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.
• A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.
• An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.
• Ability to do research appropriate for an applied research project.
• Recognition of possible conflicts between mining interests and those of the community and traditional owners of land, and skills in resolving these conflicts with equity, empathy and compassion.

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