Master of Applied Project Management (Project Systems)
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Advanced project management is about delivering successful results in complex environments. It requires great vision, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
This intensive degree sets you up to manage the entire life cycle of large projects.
What will you do?
In our Master of Applied Project Management (Project Systems) you’ll:
- gain a firm understanding of complex systems, linear project planning and risk assessment
- consider how project inputs, transformations, outputs and feedback loops impact on productivity
- examine the role of stakeholders and external influences
- undertake a major research project
- develop the advanced leadership skills needed for large-scale projects.
Where could it take you?
You might coordinate civil engineers and urban planners on major infrastructure projects. You could design explicit climate change strategies with a global team. Perhaps you’ll start a logistics company and help start-ups realise their dreams.
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Entry Requirements
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I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3CM168 Intake January, May and September Enquiries Future Students team Selection Criteria
Graduate entry
Higher Education Study Applicants must have: - an undergraduate degree; or
- a completed Graduate Certificate in Applied Project Management.
How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3CM168
International applicants
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CRICOS 075813J Intake January, May and September Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
Australian Year 12 Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide IELTS Overall 6.5 Reading 6 Listening 6 Speaking 6 Writing 6 TOEFL Overall 79 Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21 Pearsons Overall 58 Reading 50 Listening 50 Speaking 50 Writing 50 C1 Advanced Overall 176 Reading 169 Listening 169 Speaking 169 Writing 169 Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements Academic Entry Requirements
Tertiary Qualifications Bachelor degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4.0. How to Apply
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Fees and Scholarships
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Annual tuition fees International student place: $42,500 Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
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Careers
Career Readiness
Graduates acquire the knowledge and advanced practical skills to enable them to move into higher management positions within their chosen fields. Those already in senior management will also greatly enhance their efficiency and output.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Career and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Professional Accreditation
The University of Adelaide is a Registered Education Provider for the Project Management Institute (PMI®) and is approved by PMI® to issue Professional Development Units for its approved training courses. PMI is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.Potential careers
Manager / Business Management, Business Analyst, Business Consultant, Business Data Analyst, Development Officer, Project Manager, Project Officer
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Degree Structure
Students will commence the program by taking four core courses that provide basic skills in planning linear projects, addressing risks in linear projects, leading projects and an introduction to complex systems generally.
Students will then progress to courses in 'Complex Project Management', 'Enterprise Transformations' and 'Portfolios and Programs Management', which all extend knowledge gained in the earlier courses.
These eight courses will underpin the research undertaken in the 6 or 12 unit research project that students will undertake in the final part of the degree.
Students will also have a choice of electives in the areas of Infrastructure, Entrepreneurship, Climate Change and Logistics to name a few; and can also opt to participate in a Study Tour as an elective option.Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
You can find the academic program rules for this degree under the Faculty of the Professions rules.
Areas of Specialisation
As Project Management is relevant across a broad range of different industries and occupations, students can use their own chosen field of interest and apply this to their assignments, class discussions and research project. Students can also select electives in their area of interest.
Example Study Plan
Indicative Study Plan Core Courses PROJMGNT 5004: Risk Assessment and Management
PROJMGNT 5021: Project Management Fundamentals
PROJMGNT 7012: Project Governance and Contracts
PROJMGNT 7024: Complex Project Management
PROJMGNT 7038: Project Leadership and Communication
PROJMGNT 7047: Systems Design for Projects
PROJMGNT 7056: Enterprise Transformations and Innovation
ENTREP 7059: Project and Innovation Finance and Accounting
COMMERCE 7039: Business Research Methods
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PROJMGNT 7040: Portfolios and Programs Management
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ARCH 7046: Construction Management and Technology 1
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PROJMGNT 7057: Project Controls Method
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ARCH 7048: Construction Management 2Electives Courses to the value of three units from the following:
PROJMGNT 7013: Systems Engineering
PROJMGNT 7025: Introduction to Climate Change in Business
PROJMGNT 7030: Logistics and Supply Chain Management
ENTREP 7900: eChallenge
ENTREP 5036: Entrepreneurial Concepts and Mindset
ENTREP 5038: New Venture Creation
ENTREP 7060: Marketing Technology and Innovation
ENTREP 7019: Social Entrepreneurship
ENTREP 7022: Creativity and Innovation
ENTREP 7028: New Venture Strategy and Growth
ENTREP 7036: Digital Entrepreneurship
PROJMGNT 7050: ECIC Study Tour
ARCH 7047: Cost Planning and Management
PROP 7000: Development and Construction
PROP 7002: International Property
PROP 7003: Property Asset ManagementResearch PROJMGNT 7058: Project Management Research Project (6 Units) (Applied track)
PROJMGNT 7009: Research in Project Management (12 Units) (Research track)
CURRENT STUDENTS, please visit the following link to browse a range of study plans or request a personalised study plan:
www.adelaide.edu.au/professions/current-students/study-plans.Assessment
Assessment consists of a combination of group and individual work. The format varies across courses and may be in the form of oral presentations, written and/or practical assignments, quizzes and class participation.
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Further Information
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Last updated: Wednesday, 15 Jan 2020
