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The Graduate Certificate in Project Management equips you with the practical skills and strategic insight to plan, execute and deliver successful projects across industries.
You don’t need a bachelor’s degree to get started. This course is designed for professionals ready to upskill or step into leadership roles. It blends theory with hands-on learning to sharpen your decision-making, communication and problem-solving skills. If you’re looking for a pathway to the Graduate Diploma in Project Management, this course offers that option while equipping you to confidently manage people, budgets and timelines from project conception to completion.
Project management professionals are in steady demand across Australia, with opportunities spanning construction, health, IT and government sectors. This course prepares you for roles that support and coordinate projects from planning to delivery. You’ll gain the skills to manage timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and keep projects on track.
Salary
$145K
typical salary in Australia
Job growth
9.3%
5-year projection
Leads projects from concept to completion, coordinating teams, managing budgets and timelines, and ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and organisational goals.
Leads the planning, coordination and execution of an organisation’s daily operations to ensure the efficient production of goods or delivery of services. Oversees processes, resources and teams to optimise performance, quality and productivity.
Jobs growth
9.6%
5-year projection
Salary
$120K
typical salary in Australia
Use project management knowledge to analyse business processes, identify improvements, support project requirements gathering and change initiatives, and bridge between stakeholders and delivery teams.
Help implement change across an organisation (processes, systems, culture) by supporting projects, engaging stakeholders and tracking progress.
Assist project teams with scheduling, documentation, resource tracking and quality assurance checks. This is a stepping-stone role into stronger project leadership.
You’ll build the essential skills to plan, manage and deliver successful projects across a range of industries. You’ll explore practical tools and strategies for leading teams, managing budgets and risks, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
You’ll apply your learning through real-world projects and case studies, developing the confidence to support and coordinate initiatives from start to finish.
Your studies may include the following topics. For exact topic information, visit the course handbook.
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Students of the Graduate Certificate in Project Management will gain practical experience through real-world case studies, applied projects and industry-focused assessments.
You’ll learn how to plan, execute and evaluate projects using contemporary tools and techniques, manage risks and resources effectively, and communicate with diverse stakeholders. This hands-on learning approach ensures you graduate job ready, with the confidence to contribute to successful project outcomes across industries.
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Flinders University offers staggered qualifications as you complete certain milestones. Finish four topics and you’ll receive a graduate certificate.
Finish another four topics, and you’ll receive a graduate diploma. Complete a further 4 topics in addition to those, and you will be awarded a Master of Project Management.
Finish four topics and you’ll receive a Graduate Certificate.
Finish another four topics, and you’ll receive a Graduate Diploma.
Complete a further four topics in addition to those, and you will be awarded a Master of Project Management.
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To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:
have a minimum of one year’s full-time equivalent professional work experience in areas such as marketing, accounting, economics, finance or management; or
have a minimum of two years’ full-time equivalent professional experience in any area; or
hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
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This course is ideal for professionals looking to build foundational project management skills, move into project coordination roles, or formalise existing experience with a recognised qualification.
Yes, we do have an online version here. This version of the course is delivered in person at Flinders City Campus, giving you opportunities to collaborate with peers and engage directly with academic staff.
Yes. Successful completion can provide a pathway into the Graduate Diploma in Project Management or the Master of Project Management at Flinders.
Flinders offers a practical, industry-aligned curriculum taught by experienced academics and professionals. You’ll gain job-ready skills, access strong industry connections and study in a supportive, innovative learning environment.
Graduates work across construction, health, IT, government, education and professional services, where project delivery skills are in demand.
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