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Course Information

Master of Project Management

Effective from 01-JAN-2026 : Code L99

ECU's Master of Project Management is offered within the School of Business and Law, so the course has a strong business focus. It is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills of project management principles and practice to design, implement and lead a diverse range of projects in almost any industry. The course aims to enable you to critically apply theory and principles to practice by examining real world project management cases and examples in a collaborative environment facilitated by academics and industry practitioners. You’ll have the opportunity to research contemporary project management issues and approaches in order to solve complex problems. In this course, our mission is to be inclusive and enrich society through high-quality teaching and research, where you’ll be able to contribute to the advancement of the project management profession and to the wider community.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Practicum Option

BUS6900 Management Practicum unit allows students to develop a practical appreciation of their field of study through integrating the material covered in the discipline course and applying their knowledge and skills to unstructured, authentic problems in work settings. Host organisations will be secured through the Work Placement Coordinator, or as a result of pre-approved networking and contacts developed by the student.

Duty of care

Students will be advised of the necessary clearances during the application process. Student visas do allow for full-time paid employment, as long as this is part of a formal, academic learning program. The management of risk is addressed in the induction process on-campus and by the host organisation.

Attendance requirements

Students must complete between 100 and 150 hours in an approved work environment within a public, private or non-profit organisation. This work will occur in a workplace, or wherever appropriate to fulfil the needs of the defined program of work.

Application process

Students are required to submit a current resume, a statement addressing their suitability and may be required to attend an interview. As this unit focuses on the personal and professional development of the individual, no Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) will be considered for this unit.

Enrolment process

Students will enrol into BUS6900

Professional practice rules

Enrolled students will be issued with a guide which outlines the expected code of conduct and responsibilities.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate mastery of a global body of project management knowledge and practice, including knowledge of research principles and methods.
2. Apply high level critical thinking, strategic awareness, and technical skills to address authentic business problems using project management.
3. Demonstrate effective communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
4. Demonstrate effective team behaviours including the ability to lead, manage and work in a diverse team.
5. Independently initiate, plan, and execute a substantial project to meet agreed deliverables in the field of project management.
6. Justify decisions and judgements that address a complex project management issue considering the ethical, sustainable, and social consequences.

Professional Recognition

Course

This course has been Accredited by: PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC).

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 6)

• Bachelor degree; or
• Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to meet the published entry requirements. Special entry may be considered for students with a cognate first degree or with relevant experience who may be eligible for a reduced course duration. Eligible applicants will be able to fast-track their Master of Project Management and complete their degree in nine units (180 credit points). To gain entry to the fast-track program, applicants must: Have a bachelor degree, major, graduate certificate^ in Project Management or a cognate area; or Have a bachelor degree in any discipline, plus at least two years of professional project management experience and/or hold a current professional certification in project management such as AIPM-CPPP or PMI- PMP, or be a current registered Chartered Project Professional with the Association for Project Management (APM). ^must be completed within the last 10 years.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) Award.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 2 Years
• Part Time: 4 Years

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Reza KIANI MAVI

Course Structure

Note: BUS6900 is by application only.

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