Course overview
For professionals who want to build a strong foundation in project management, our Graduate Certificate of Project Management will set you up for success in your career as a project manager. You will gain the fundamental skills required to manage project scope, project scheduling, risk and quality.
You can then continue your study with our Master of Project Management. Alternatively, you can build a specialised skillset with our Graduate Certificate of People in Project Management.
Why study a Graduate Certificate of 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 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 Project Management consists of 3 units.
We also offer a Graduate Certificate of People in Project Management and Graduate Certificate of Strategic Project Management, for students who want to build a specialised skillset in their area of choice.
- Managing Project Scope and Stakeholders
- Project Scheduling and Control
- Project Risk and Quality
- Managing Project Scope and Stakeholders
- Project Scheduling and Control
- Project Risk and Quality
- Agile Projects
- Project Cost Management
- Program Management
- 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
- Managing Change
- Managing People and Organisations
- Project Leadership
Course information
Admission requirements
To gain entry to the Graduate Certificate of Project Management, applicants must have:
- A bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five 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 Project Management, you can complete an additional three units to gain your Graduate Diploma of Project Management. If you choose to continue your studies, you can gain your Master of Project Management by studying a total of twelve units.
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
