Course overview
Develop innovative solutions for contemporary issues in project management and reach your professional goals with ECU Accelerated Online.
If you are a project manager with a relevant degree you can fast-track your degree and complete your Master of Project Management in only nine units instead of the usual 12.
Over nine units, you will gain in-demand skills in areas such as data driven decision-making, agile methodologies and change management. You will develop your leadership capabilities, learn to drive organisational strategy and promote sustainable practices.
Why study a Master of Project Management with ECU Online?
Unlock industry recognition
Advance your career with our globally recognised, PMI/GAC-accredited Master of Project Management. Gain access to certifications, scholarships, AI-powered career coaching, and a global professional network. Graduate ready to excel with industry-recognised credentials and tools.
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.
Support while you study
At ECU, you will receive the support you need. Not only are our teaching staff supportive and attentive, you will also have a dedicated Student Success Advisor to support you every step of the way.
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.
2022 AFR BOSS Best Business Schools list
ECU ranked as the #1 Business School for Quality.
What you will study
The Master of Project Management (Fast-Track) consists of nine units.
- 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
- Agile Projects
- Project Cost Management
- Program Management
- Managing Change
- Managing People and Organisations
- Project Leadership
Course information
Admission requirements
Eligible students can fast-track* their Master of Project Management and complete their degree in only nine units. To gain entry to the fast-tracked master’s degree, applicants must:
- Have an Australian Bachelor degree, or equivalent, in Project Management, Engineering or Information Technology, or have completed a major in Project Management, or
- Any Australian Bachelor degree, or equivalent, with at least 2 years of professional project management experience; or
- Hold a current professional accreditation in project management from the Project Management Institute (PMP, PfMP, PMI-RMP or PMI-SP levels), the Australian Institute of Project Management (CPPP level or above) or AXELOS (ITIL 4, RESILIA, PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner, MSP or P3O).
*To gain entry to the fast-track masters, students must apply after they accept the offer for the 12-unit masters. Applications for the fast-tracked master degree are subject to ECU's assessment.
Not eligible for our fast-track master’s degree? You can still gain a Master of Project Management by completing 12 units total.
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. If you need to exit early, you could still receive a Graduate Certificate of People in Project Management or Graduate Certificate of Strategic Project Management after completing three units.
Graduate Certificate
3 units
or continue studying
Master’s Degree
+6 units
9 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
