Master of Project Management

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Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start term
Term 1, 2026
Study mode
On Campus, Online
Course code
CV84
First-year fee
$17,500 (2026 Indicative) (CSP)
$33,300 (2026 Indicative) (FFP)
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Overview

Study the Master of Project Management to develop advanced discipline knowledge and skills to lead and manage projects within diverse work settings. This course focuses on both the hard technical and soft human aspects of project management through both course work and research, as used in large commercial and public organisations. Specialise in one of the four minors; Hospital and Health Services Management, Information Systems, Information Technology, and Management. Benefit from the option to complete a research, practicum, or internship stream in your final year and tailor your Master's to suit your career goals.

The Master of Project Management is fully accredited by the Project Management Institute - Global Accreditation Centre for Project Management Education Programs (GAC-PMI). Graduates are eligible to accrue professional development units (PDUs) upon successful completion of the course.

This course provides an opportunity for you to extend your knowledge through coursework into project management and/or develop a research career in your relevant profession. This course focuses on the hard technical and soft human aspects of project management. All the course materials have been aligned to the Project Management Institute (PMI) global standards and core bodies of knowledge. 

In the final year of the course, you can choose one of three streams:

  • Internship
  • Practicum
  • Research.

Learn more about each Stream in the Study Experiences and Structure & Availability sections below.

Mission Statement for CQUniversity’s project management courses

CQUniversity’s School of Engineering and Technology believe project management is a lifestyle and is committed to improving the world for current and future generations through outstanding teaching and learning, scholarship and practice. We carry out this mission through world-class, project management education, based on global standards and cutting-edge research conducted in the discipline, in order to skill and educate the next generation of project managers.

Vision for CQUniversity’s project management courses

Our vision is to be a global leader in project management education, embracing engagement and innovation, with a can-do attitude. As part of this vision, we are transparent in our communication with our stakeholders, we are inclusive, and strive to cultivate our greatness by offering project management courses for everyone. The Project Management Team at CQUniversity strives to be a leader by hiring and promoting people who are leaders, developing them, and developing a culture where leaders influence non-conventional thinking.

Study Experience

Discover more about your industry-accredited project management degree, offering flexible study options and authentic learning experiences to ensure you graduate with industry-relevant skills. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Accredited Qualification
  • Authentic Learning Experiences
  • Internships
  • Online or On Campus
  • Research Pathways
  • Seamless Pathways

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities are endless for Project Management graduates. Employment can be found many industries, such as Engineering, Business, IT, Construction, Health, Government, Mining, Transportation and many others. The course will boost your career advancement prospects and provide a competitive advantage for you over others without this qualification.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

Available Locations

Your Course

Depending on your chosen stream, you must complete 14 or 15 units (96 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (10 or 11 units, depending on whether you choose the practicum, research or internship stream)
  2. 2
    One four-unit minor OR four elective units

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

What You'll Study

You will study the first seven units listed below. You will then choose one of the following Streams and complete the relevant units:

Practicum Stream
  • Think Big (MGMT20143)
  • Project Management Practicum (PPMP20018) - undertaken in your last term of study. You can also complete two elective units in the same term.
  • Effective Business Communications (BUSN20017)
  • Complex Project Management (PPMP20014).
Research Stream
  • Complex Project Management (PPMP20014)
  • Research Project 1 (PPMP20019)
  • Research Project 2 (PPMP20016).
Internship Stream
  • Complex Project Management (PPMP20014)
  • Management and Business Context (MGMT20144)
  • Effective Business Communications (BUSN20017)
  • Project Management Internship (PPMP20017).
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Hospital and Health Services Management Minor

The Hospital and Health Services Management Minor consists of four units listed below.

This minor set you up to work in healthcare industries by combining your project management studies with healthcare settings. You'll examine Australian healthcare structures, organisational culture, managing access and assessing change. 

Elective Units

If you opt to choose your own electives, instead of an available minor, you'll choose four elective units from the units list below.

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Course Planner

To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and the term you will study each unit, check out our course planners.

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Additional Information

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Core

The CV84 Master of Project Management course is internationally accredited by the Project Management Institute Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC) www.gacpm.org
Students and graduates are entitled to benefits and resources from the PMI https://www.pmi.org/

Project Management Internship - PPMP20017

Students have the option of undertaking an internship as part of the internship stream instead of the project management practicum or research units.

If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. 

Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

The Indicative First-Year Fee for a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (this is usually eight units studied over two terms) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage. 

Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in September each year.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Provided you meet the FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can choose to use FEE-HELP to cover all or part of your tuition fees. 

Learn more about paying for university or view the FEE-HELP information booklet on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. 

Explore other study costs.

How to Apply

How to Apply

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  1. 1
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  2. 2
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