About Graduate Diploma In Project Management in Victoria University

Overview

Prepare for a rewarding project-management role, or learn new skills for your current project-management position, with a graduate qualification from VU.

The Graduate Diploma in Project Management is one of a suite of courses designed for current or potential project managers in industry. You’ll learn specialised project-management principles and techniques. You can choose to focus on a specific sector, including:

• administration
• business
• engineering and construction
• information technology.

The internationally-recognised A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) underpins all our project-management teaching. We  have strong industry connections, which give you access to current work-based scenarios. These combine for a practical, usable and valued skill set.

This qualification provides you with valuable recognition in the industry. It also gives you access to international networks and up-to-date industry information.

If you’re aiming for a leadership or high-level management role, our Master of Project Management will give you the qualifications and skills to get there.

Once you’ve successfully completed your graduate diploma, you’ll gain entry to the Master of Project Management – and you’ll already be half way to completing the masters degree.

A campus with everything

Footscray Park has everything you need, all set within a pleasant stroll from the Maribyrnong River and parklands.

Facilities include:

• aquatic and fitness centre
• learning common spaces with WiFi, tables and chairs
• restaurants and café
• state-of-the-art lecture theatres.

Library & computer facilities

Our campus libraries have photocopying, computing and printing facilities as well as electronic and print resources.

You'll also have access to a rich collection of online resources at any time of the day or night, including:

• databases
• e-learning content for courses
• student email
• student software packages
• social networking tools.

On campus, we make sure that all of our students have access to digital resources. We offer:

• excellent WiFi networks
• more than 4000 computers (PCs and Apple Macs) across our campuses
• a central IT helpdesk for technical help.

Careers in project management

Once found only in construction, project management has expanded to include almost every industry. Areas which employ project managers include:

• administration
• business
• construction
• engineering
• health services sector
• information technology
• public sector
• science.

Salaries

Depending on the employment level (from junior analyst to head of change), project managers in Australia earn from A$60,000 to A$170,000 (Morgan McKinley(external link)).

Salaries also vary from sector to sector:

• construction: around $93,000 
• engineering: around $111,000
• ICT managers: around $116,000 
• other specialist managers, eg environmental, lab, sports: around $73,000

Academic qualification equivalents:

• Entry into a masters degree requires you to have completed an undergraduate qualification that is comparable to
  an Australian bachelor degree, honours degree or graduate diploma..

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS          :       Overall score of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
• TOEFL         :      Test score of 79. Section score no less than:Listening: 19,Speaking: 19,Reading: 18,Writing: 22
• PTE              :       Overall score of 58-64 (with no section score less than 50)

Victoria University Highlights

Victoria University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The average tuition fees and other expenses at Victoria University vary depending on the course and level of study. Here is a general overview of the estimated costs for international students:

1. Tuition fees: The tuition fees for international students at Victoria University range from approximately AUD$24,000 to AUD$40,000 per year, depending on the course and level of study.

2. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC): International students are required to have health insurance while studying in Australia. The cost of OSHC varies depending on the duration of your course and your chosen provider, but it generally ranges from approximately AUD$500 to AUD$2,000 per year.

3. Accommodation: The cost of accommodation will depend on whether you choose to live on or off campus, as well as the type of accommodation you choose. On-campus accommodation ranges from approximately AUD$200 to AUD$400 per week, while off-campus accommodation can range from AUD$150 to AUD$350 per week.

4. Living expenses: The cost of living in Melbourne will depend on your lifestyle and spending habits. As a general guide, you should budget for approximately AUD$20,000 to AUD$25,000 per year to cover expenses such as food, transportation, and entertainment.

It's important to note that these are only estimates, and the actual costs may vary depending on your individual circumstances. Additionally, domestic students may have different fee structures and funding options available to them. It's recommended to check the university's website for more detailed information on tuition fees and other expenses.