Bond University
Graduate Certificate in Project Management
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Gain the foundational knowledge and expertise to either develop or further your career in project management.
Course overview
In the gig economy of the 21st century, ‘management by projects’ is becoming the norm. In every industry, tasks are delivered by interdisciplinary teams headed by leaders who have expertise in their given field and also a suite of people management, time management, design thinking and high-level communication skills.
Key facts
January, 2026
May, 2026
What you will study
You must complete the following 40 credit points of subjects.
- Risk Management
- Principles of Project Management
- Project Finance and Procurement
- Project Resource Planning
Entry requirements
Completion of a recognised bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field is required for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Project Management.
This course is not available to graduates of Bond's Bachelor of Project Management. Students may consider the Master of Project Innovation as an alternative.
You may use prior work experience to apply for entry into this course. To do so, you will need to provide documentation of your employment history, including a statement from your employer about your position, time in the role and a brief overview of the role you performed.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have completed previous tertiary studies, you may be able to gain credit for previous subjects. To apply, you will need to submit your academic transcripts to the Office of Future Students, including detailed subject outlines or course descriptions for each relevant subject.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduates may pursue careers in areas such as:
- Marketing
- Construction
- Software development
- Healthcare
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge base that underpins the project management discipline, as defined by the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide).
- Advise on effective implementation strategies to ensure value for money for the client/sponsor and meet agreed-upon key performance indicators for project success.
- Understand the qualities and characteristics that make an effective project team leader, communicator and manager of people and other resources.
- Make sound, uncertain decisions by identifying, analysing quantitatively, accepting, mitigating, or transferring anticipated project risk.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative total program fee in 2025: $23,000 (full-fee paying place)
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees listed provide an indicative cost only. Fees are subject to change on an annual basis and will be charged at the appropriate fee for the year of enrolment. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.