Master of Project Management

Developing Strong Leaders Across Project-Based Organisations

As a result of globalisation, the application of new technologies, and an ever-changing economic environment, more and more organisations rely on project work, programs, and portfolios to conduct business. Project management methodologies can help standardise, structure, and organise work methods to achieve things on time, on budget, and to requirements.

The Master of Project Management at UNSW Canberra provides students with the knowledge, skills, and tools to successfully deliver new products and services, perform change and transformation, and – in general – to help project teams get things done. With a strong emphasis on extending skills and knowledge with work experience, this program will prepare graduates to apply their high-level understanding to real-world problems within any industry.

What Our Students Say

“I’m a very kinaesthetic visual learner, so having someone show me how to do causal loop diagrams [in intensive mode sessions] made so much more sense. There was also great value in the discussions between lectures — it really helped cement some concepts.”

Charmaine Montgomery , Master of Project Management student

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You can find more information on this degree including entry requirements on the UNSW Handbook.

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Professional Accreditation

The Master of Project Management is accredited by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM). Students benefit from:

the opportunity to become aligned with the premier project management industry body – AIPM
the opportunity to join AIPM as student-level members, allowing access to many membership benefits. You’ll be eligible to apply for associate membership as soon as you receive a formal qualification.

professional development opportunities and certification pathways
receive automatic certification at Certified Practising Project Practitioner (CPPP) level if you join AIPM as an Associate or Member  (note the RegPM assessment fee and competency assessment will be waived).
confidence in the quality of course content and delivery
assurance that the chosen course meets industry standards and reflect current best practice in project management.

Program Structure

Students undertaking the Master of Project Management are required to complete 48 Units of Credit (UOC) by completing eight 6-UOC courses from the list in the Handbook entry for the program (see the list in Course Availability below).

In the Master of Project Management, students must complete two compulsory courses, two of the remaining three core courses, and four elective courses. Not all elective courses will be available in a particular year.

The courses in the program may be taken in any order but it is recommended that the two compulsory courses are completed first, followed by the remaining core courses, followed by the four elective courses.

With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students may take up to two elective courses (12 UOC) from other coursework programs.

Research Project

The option of undertaking a research project worth 12 UOC is available to Masters students who obtain a high credit average or better in four courses and is subject to approval by the Program Coordinator.

The research project can be completed within one semester through enrolment in ZEIT8280 Project - Project Management (Full-time), or spread across two semesters through enrolment in ZEIT8281 Project - Project Management (Part-time). Completion of either course results in the achievement of 12 UOC.

The project is recommended for those with a strong interest in pursuing original research in a particular area or intending to undertake a higher research degree qualification. Student undertaking the research project (ZEIT8280 or ZEIT8281) are unable to enrol in elective courses from other coursework programs.

With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students with an average mark of 65% or higher in four courses may complete a 12-UOC research project in lieu of two elective courses. The project is recommended for those with a strong interest in pursuing original research in a particular area or intending to undertake a higher-level research qualification.

Course Availability

*Please Note: Program rules are subject to change, students need to follow the program rules set out in the UNSW Handbook of the year they were admitted into the program.

Compulsory		Semester 1 - 2023	Semester 2 - 2023
ZEIT8230	Requirements Practice	Distance Mode	Distance Mode
ZEIT8303	Project Management Body of Knowledge	Distance Mode	Distance Mode

Core (Select 2)		Semester 1 - 2023	Semester 2 - 2023
ZBUS8147	The Business of Managing Projects	Distance Mode	Distance Mode
ZEIT8302	Project Administration	Not Offered	Distance Mode
ZEIT8305	Systems Thinking and Modelling	Distance Mode	Not Offered

Electives		Semester 1 - 2023	Semester 2 - 2023
ZBUS8101	Strategic Management	Distance Mode	Distance Mode
ZBUS8102	Organisational Behaviour	Distance Mode	Distance Mode
ZBUS8103	Strategic Human Resources	Not Offered	Distance Mode
ZBUS8105	Finance and Investment Appraisal	Not Offered	Distance Mode
ZBUS8108	Accounting for Management Decisions	Distance Mode	Distance Mode
ZBUS8109	Business Law	Distance Mode	Distance Mode
ZBUS8148	Economic World View	Not Offered	Distance Mode
ZBUS8201	Leadership	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZBUS8203	Change Management	Not Offered	Distance Mode
ZBUS8204	Marketing	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZBUS8205	Business Ethics	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZBUS8208	Humanitarian Logistics	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZBUS8210	Critical Analysis of Business	Distance Mode	Distance Mode
ZBUS8302	Logistics Management	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZBUS8303	Strategic Procurement and Outsourcing	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZBUS8308	Business Planning	Not Offered	Not Offered
ZBUS8911	Asset Management	Not Offered	Distance Mode
ZEIT8031	Reliability Engineering Fundamentals	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZEIT8136	Software Project Management	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZEIT8152	Reliability Program Management	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZEIT8226	Systems Engineering Practice	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZEIT8231	Test and Evaluation	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZEIT8310	Project Schedule and Budget Control	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZEIT8403	Capability Option Analysis	Not Offered	Distance Mode
ZEIT8404	Decision Analytics	Distance Mode	Not Offered
ZEIT8412	Simulation	Not Offered	Distance Mode
ZEIT8413	Simulation Applications	Distance Mode	Not Offered

Entry Requirements

For further information please refer to the UNSW Handbook for the Entry Requirements.

Recognition for Prior Learning - Professional Development

If you have successfully completed approved professional development courses, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning towards future study.

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