Master of Project Management
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In this course you will gain an understanding of relevant models, modes of analysis and techniques for understanding and carrying out:
- project management
- contract management
- procurement
You will learn to apply and evaluate these models, modes of analysis and technique in the context of the legal, ethical and accountability requirements which apply.
It adopts a unique approach to managing people, resources, time lines and risks to achieve a successful project outcome.
Course Essentials
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Location:
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College:College of Engineering and Science
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Duration:1.5 years
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Intake:February and July
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Course code:EMPR
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CRICOS:061572C
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Fees:A$10805.00 per semester
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This information is for international students.
How to apply
We are currently accepting applications for this course.
Methods of applying:
- You can apply direct to VU
Please note that part-time study may not be available at all campuses.
Already a VU student?
You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.
For more info contact the
College of Engineering and Science
Careers
- project manager and/or become effective members of project management teams.
Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.
Course Objectives
To provide students with a conceptual understanding of relevant models, modes of analysis and techniques for understanding and procurement. They will also have developed the ability to apply and carrying out project management, contract management and evaluate these models, modes of analysis and technique in the context of the legal, ethical and accountability requirements which apply. In addition to the technical skills provided in the course, graduates will have developed strong relevant professional skills as well as strong personal, interpersonal and organisational attributes. By utilising a consultative committee of current project management professionals, the course has been designed to meet the needs of project managers in industry, equip professionals already in industry with advanced principles and techniques to enable them to assume the role of project manager and/or become an effective member of project management teams and adopt a unique approach to manage people, resources, time line and risks to achieve a successful project outcome.
Units and electives
1.5 years (full time) or maximum four years (part time).
Course structure consists of five project management core units plus four faculty based elective units plus one faculty based elective unit and project management specific topic (project work).
Project Management Core Units
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- Unit code
- VPP5600
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BMO6630
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VPP5640
- Credits
- 12
Faculty of Business and Law stream
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- Unit code
- BMO5602
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BMO6624
- Credits
- 12
Faculty of Arts, Education and Human Development stream
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- Unit code
- BAO5505
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VCP5705
- Credits
- 12
Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science stream
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- Unit code
- VPP5621
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VCP5726
- Credits
- 12
Other Common Units
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- Unit code
- VPP8050
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VPP8060
- Credits
- 24
Project Management Core Units
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- Unit code
- AHB5205
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VPP5610
- Credits
- 12
Faculty of Business and Law Stream
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- Unit code
- BHO6505
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BMO6622
- Credits
- 12
Faculty of Arts, Education and Human Development Stream
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- Unit code
- AHB5202
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VCP5736
- Credits
- 12
Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science Stream
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- Unit code
- VPP5620
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VPP5716
- Credits
- 12
Other Common Units
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- Unit code
- VPP8050
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- VPP8060
- Credits
- 24
Students who successfully complete 10 required units with honours will be eligible to complete a project work (2 units) and obtain the Master of Project Management degree.
What's a unit?
A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.
Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.
Credits
Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.
Admission Information
- Year 12:
A degree or a diploma in any discipline and a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience. The requirement of qualification may be waived in exceptional circumstance on the basis of experience.
English language requirements
Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.
Admission requirements in your country
Find out if you meet the minimum academic (international qualification) requirements to be eligible to apply for this course by reviewing the academic entry requirements listed by country.How to apply for this course
If you have questions about your application, you can:
- speak to a staff member. Phone +61 3 9919 1164, press 1 and follow the voice prompts
- make an online enquiry
Get in touch
Contact us to discuss your course options:
Ring us on +61 3 9919 1164
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Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students starting the course in 2013. Fees are subject to approval and may change. In some courses students must buy equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above and we recommend you seek advice from the relevant faculty.
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