Course overview
Good project management needs good engagement. To successfully deliver projects, we need project managers skilled in managing change, people and organisations.
Our online Graduate Certificate of People in Project Management is for professionals who want to gain specialist expertise and confidently drive change in workplaces. Learn in-demand skills in change management and leadership aligned with industry best practice.
Upon successfully completing your graduate certificate, you can study an additional six units and fast-track your Master of Project Management.
Why study a Graduate Certificate of People in Project Management with ECU Online?
Developed with industry leaders
Benefit from the experience of industry experts and project managers specialising in business, innovation, sustainability, policy creation and change management.
Accessible, flexible and accelerated
This course is 100% online, so your study fits your busy schedule. Study one unit at a time over each seven-week study period and graduate sooner compared to traditional part-time study options.
Accelerated and a pathway to further study
Our Graduate Certificate of Strategic Project Management consists of only three units. You can also continue your studies to gain a Master of Project Management.
Professional recognition
PMI® Global Accreditation Center For Project Management
Accredited by the Project Management Institute Global Accreditation Center for Project Management.
AACSB International Accreditation
The Business disciplines at ECU are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. This certification is held by less than six per cent of business schools globally.
5-star experiences in Learning & Teaching
ECU was rated five stars for Overall Experience, Learning Resources, Skills Development, Teaching Quality and Student Support.
(Good Universities Guide 2025)
A top global university for Business & Economics
ECU has ranked in the top 300 universities in the world for Business and Economic studies.
(THE Subject Rankings 2025)
2024 AFR BOSS Best Business Schools list
ECU is ranked #1 Business School for Teaching in Australia.
What you will study
The Graduate Certificate of People in Project Management consists of three units.
Core units
- Managing Change
- Managing People and Organisations
- Project Leadership
Core units
- Managing Project Scope and Stakeholders
- Project Scheduling and Control
- Project Risk and Quality
- Agile Projects
- Project Cost Management
- Program Management
- Managing Change
- Managing People and Organisations
- Project Leadership
- Project Integration and Procurement Management
- Data Driven Managerial Decisions
- Project Management Capstone
Course information
Admission requirements
To gain entry to the Graduate Certificate of People in Project Management, applicants must have:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
OR
- Equivalent prior learning including at least 5 years of relevant professional experience
If you would like more information, contact one of our Student Enrolment Advisors on 1300 707 760 or request a call-back.
Pathway to further study
Remain flexible while you pursue your postgraduate degree with our gateway qualifications. After completing your Graduate Certificate of People in Project Management, you can complete an additional 9 units to gain a Master of Project Management.
Graduate Certificate
3 units
or continue studying
Graduate Diploma
+3 units
6 units total
Master’s Degree
+6 units
12 units total
Still have questions?
Download a course guide or speak with a Student Enrolment Advisor. Our team can assist you with:
- Eligibility & enrolment enquiries
- Course duration & fees
- Flexible entry & study pathways
- How online study will fit with your schedule
