Torrens University Australia

Graduate Diploma of Global Project Management

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Diploma

This course is designed for experienced project managers who want to formalise their education, or build credits towards a Master of Global Project Management.

Course overview

A Graduate Diploma of Global Project Management expands your understanding of strategic business changes. Build deep knowledge in project management methods, tools and procedures. Graduate job-ready or continue studying at master's level.

This project management graduate diploma will enhance the skills required to manage complex stakeholders and projects from planning to completion on a global scale. The course is both a stand-alone qualification and a pathway to the Master of Global Project Management.

Key facts

Delivery
Face to Face
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Available in blended learning, where students can study on campus, with on-demand access to classes and self-directed study resources also available online.
Course Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
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Can be studied part time
12 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $3,675
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Prices are calculated based on a full-time study load of eight subjects.
Campus
Melbourne Flinders Street
Fitzroy
Fortitude Valley
Sydney
Wakefield Street
Intake
16th February, 2026
1st June, 2026
14th September, 2026
Units
8
Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

To complete the Graduate Diploma of Global Project Management, you must complete six core subjects and two electives.

Core subjects

  • Principles of Project Management
  • Project Planning and Budgeting
  • Project Execution and Control
  • Contracts and Procurement
  • Integrated Project Management
  • Project, Portfolio and Program Management

Electives

Choose two of the following:

  • Management, People and Teams
  • Business Process Management and Systems
  • Project Management Application: Construction
  • Integrated Infrastructure Project Management
  • Business Communications
  • Business Environment
  • Dynamic Leadership
  • Business Decision Analytics
  • Systems Thinking
  • Marketing
  • Financial Management
  • Foundations of Information Systems
  • Data Modelling and Database Design
  • Microservices Architecture
  • Requirements Engineering
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Cybersecurity
  • Agile Project Management
  • Engineering Sustainability
  • Social Enterprise

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 7).
  • Applicants without formal qualifications are eligible to apply if they have seven years of professional, administrative or managerial work experience. Applications will be assessed on a case by case basis.
  • Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Global Project Management.

English language requirements

International applicants must have an Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with Torrens University Australia. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

This qualification will help you stand out in a variety of management roles and elevate your career progression in your chosen industry.

Potential career path:

  • Senior project manager

Learning outcomes

  • Analyse international case studies which are appropriate to contemporary business.
  • Understand the role of the project manager in a global context.
  • Incorporate research findings and technologies into project plans.
  • Deliver formal presentations to stakeholders regarding strategy and development.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative subject price in 2025: $3,675 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Estimated total price in 2025: $29,400 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Fees are calculated based on a full-time study load of eight subjects.

This course may contain subjects at double, triple or quadruple credit points. Subject prices are based on 10-credit-point blocks.

A student’s fee may vary depending on:

  • The number of subjects studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of subjects.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.