Advance your construction career by mastering the art of managing projects with precision, on time, and within budget.
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The Diploma of Project Management is designed specifically for professionals in the construction industry who wish to upskill and lead projects successfully.
This comprehensive course dives into the core principles of project management, tailored to the unique challenges of the construction industry.
As an aspiring project manager, you'll gain a solid foundation and critical skills in:
In a competitive industry where on-time delivery and cost efficiency are paramount, well-trained project managers who can successfully deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards are in high demand.
RMIT also offers another Diploma of Project Management that applies across a broad range of industries and a wide variety of contexts.
Learn from seasoned construction project managers with years of experience in delivering complex projects successfully.
Gain hands-on experience and practical skills through construction-related projects to develop your confidence to tackle complex projects with ease.
Apply your new skills directly to your projects, improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing project outcomes.
Successful project management also requires strong communication and leadership skills.
This course teaches you how to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders. You'll link people, ideas and information at all stages in the project life cycle, ensuring all who are involved remain aligned with project goals, minimising conflicts and maximising project outcomes.
You'll also learn how to lead people—motivating diverse teams and fostering a collaborative environment and positive culture that drives productivity and innovation.
By the end of the course, you'll have the confidence and credentials to take the leap into project management and make an immediate impact. Take control of your career and become the project manager the construction industry needs.
Please note: this diploma is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa. If you are holding a temporary visa (other than a student visa) and your visa has a full study entitlement, you may be eligible to apply. For more information, see the international students with other temporary (non-student) visas.
Wherever possible, learning is contextualised to industry applications. Also, demonstrations and practical or workplace sessions will be incorporated wherever appropriate in the delivery strategy.
Classes are interactive and give you many opportunities to discuss ideas and practise new skills. You are also expected to undertake self-directed learning in addition to those activities provided in class. The self-directed learning will often be based upon research and reading of relevant knowledge elements of the course.
Where you have the opportunity to do so, you are encouraged to apply skill elements in your actual workplace.
Assessment tasks are designed to simulate the workplace and require you to demonstrate the practical application of your knowledge.
Ongoing assessment throughout each semester includes reports, presentations, group and individual projects, case studies, client projects, tests and work-simulated projects.
The types of classes you have will depend on the course you’re studying. Classes are offered in various formats designed to provide meaningful engagement with staff, industry and peers and provide for access and use of spaces where learning can be applied and active, including an array of specialised equipment.
Most RMIT courses do not include passive large-scale classes such as lectures, instead the content traditionally provided in lectures is made available online. This may be in the form of readings, videos or other on-demand learning materials. This content will also support the basis of interactive learning that takes place in on-campus classes.
This diploma has been developed with extensive input from industry to ensure your learning prepares you effectively for current and future industry needs.
Project management professionals from the construction industry will speak in your classes to enhance your knowledge of the industry and give context to the theory and concepts you learn. You will also complete work-integrated learning projects during the semester, giving you an understanding of the real-world application of project management skills in the construction industry. This practical experience will complement your theoretical knowledge and enhance your communication, problem-solving and self-management abilities to meet workplace expectations.
Guiding the development of this diploma is an Industry Advisory Board of high-profile industry-based project management executives. A project management advisory committee also guides the development of subjects to ensure you are equipped with the most current, relevant skills and knowledge.
The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this diploma and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.
Throughout this diploma, you will be required to attend virtual workshops and face-to-face classes on campus 1-2 days per week.
You can also expect 5 hours of external study per subject per week to complete required reading and assignments.
You will study 8 core subjects and 4 electives covering essential project management skills.
These 12 subjects are grouped into 4 clusters, delivered over 2 semesters:
Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.
Note: International student visa holders can only study full-time.
Graduates of this diploma can pursue career paths in:
This qualification can also lead to opportunities in sectors like real estate development, infrastructure management, and consultancy, where your ability to manage complex projects will make you a sought-after professional.
You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course.
Current employment within the construction industry
OR
Minimum of 6 months full time previous work experience within the construction industry or part time equivalent
OR
At least 12 months full-time work experience in any other field or part-time equivalent.
There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.
A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.
Undertaking a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree can help you meet the entry requirements for your preferred degree. These qualifications often provide credit, reducing the duration of your bachelor degree.
Even though there are no formal pathways into this course, there are often other ways you can gain entry.
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.
Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.
When you successfully complete this diploma, you may be eligible to apply for further studies at RMIT such as an advanced diploma or undergraduate degree. Contact Study@RMIT to discuss your options or browse your options.
The tuition fees you will pay for this program will depend on whether you are offered a Victorian Government subsidised place or a full-fee place. To find out if you are eligible for a government subsidised place, follow the steps at How to check if you are eligible.
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