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BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management

 

AQF Level Diploma (AQF Level 5)
Course Code: BSB50820
Course Name: Diploma of Project Management
CRICOS Course Code: 117301D
Work Placement Required: No
Duration: International: 52 weeks Full time

Domestic: up to 24 months part time

 

Course Overview

BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management is designed for individuals seeking to develop advanced project management skills and knowledge applicable across a broad range of industries and organisational environments.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge in project leadership and management roles. Graduates are responsible for achieving project objectives and utilise specialised technical, managerial and leadership skills to initiate, plan, execute and evaluate projects.

The qualification is suitable for individuals wishing to pursue careers in project management, project coordination, business operations and organisational leadership.

 

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of this qualification, graduates may seek employment in roles such as:

    • Project Manager
    • Project Team Leader
    • Project Coordinator
    • Project Administrator
    • Project Officer
    • Program Support Officer
    • Contracts Coordinator
    • Operations Coordinator
    • Business Improvement Officer
    • Project Support Manager

Employment opportunities may exist across industries including business services, construction, information technology, healthcare, education, government, logistics, manufacturing and community services.

 

Course Structure

To achieve BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management, students must successfully complete twelve (12) units of competency consisting of:

Core Units

Unit Code Unit Name
BSBPMG530 Manage project scope
BSBPMG531 Manage project time
BSBPMG532 Manage project quality
BSBPMG533 Manage project cost
BSBPMG534 Manage project human resources
BSBPMG535 Manage project information and communication
BSBPMG536 Manage project risk
BSBPMG540 Manage project integration

Elective Units

Unit Code Unit Name
BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
BSBLDR522 Manage people performance
BSBFIN601 Manage organisational finances
BSBWHS521 Ensure a safe workplace for a work area

The selected elective units have been chosen to strengthen project leadership, business resource management, financial management, team performance and workplace health and safety capabilities, ensuring graduates develop the practical skills required to successfully manage projects across diverse organisational environments.

 

What You Will Learn

Throughout this qualification, students will develop practical skills and knowledge in:

    • Project scope management
    • Project scheduling and time management
    • Budgeting and project cost control
    • Quality management and continuous improvement
    • Human resource management
    • Stakeholder communication and engagement
    • Project risk management
    • Project integration and project lifecycle management
    • Business resource planning and allocation
    • Leadership and people performance management
    • Organisational financial management
    • Workplace health and safety compliance

Students will learn how to effectively manage projects from initiation through to completion while ensuring project objectives, stakeholder expectations and organisational requirements are achieved.

 

Course Duration

International Students

    • Duration: 52 Weeks Full-Time

Domestic Students

    • Duration: Up to 24 Months Part-Time

Nominal Hours

    • 800 Hours

Delivery Mode

This qualification is delivered through face-to-face classroom-based training supported by practical project management activities and workplace-focused learning experiences.

Learning activities may include:

    • Project simulations
    • Business case studies
    • Individual and group projects
    • Workplace scenarios
    • Research activities
    • Professional discussions
    • Presentations
    • Problem-solving activities

Students will have access to learning resources, trainer support and online learning materials throughout their studies.

 

Assessment Methods

Assessment activities are designed to reflect real workplace project management practices and may include:

    • Written knowledge assessments
    • Project work
    • Case studies
    • Reports
    • Presentations
    • Research activities
    • Workplace scenarios
    • Professional discussions
    • Portfolio evidence

Students are required to demonstrate both theoretical knowledge and practical application of project management skills and leadership capabilities.

 

Entry Requirements

There are no formal training package entry requirements for this qualification.

However, Xpert Solutions recommends applicants have:

Age Requirement

    • Minimum 18 years of age.

Academic Requirement

    • Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent qualification; or
    • Relevant vocational experience demonstrating the capacity to undertake study at Diploma level.

English Language Requirement

International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:

    • IELTS Academic overall band score of 6.0; or
    • PTE Academic score of 50; or
    • TOEFL iBT score of 64; or
    • Cambridge English score of 169; or
    • Successful completion of an approved ELICOS pathway program; or
    • Meet applicable English language exemption requirements.

All students are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Skills (LLND) assessment during the enrolment process.

 

Student Support Services

Xpert Solutions provides a range of support services to assist students throughout their studies, including:

    • Academic support
    • Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) support
    • Study skills assistance
    • Access to online learning resources
    • Individual learning support plans
    • Additional tutorials where required
    • Referral to external support services where appropriate

Our support services are designed to help students successfully achieve their educational and career goals.

 

Pathways

Further Study Pathways

Successful graduates may progress to:

    • BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning)
    • Advanced business and management qualifications
    • Higher education pathways where applicable

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)

Students with relevant qualifications, industry experience or prior learning may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) in accordance with Xpert Solutions policies and procedures.

 

Why Study Project Management?

Project management skills are highly valued across all industries. Organisations require professionals who can successfully plan, coordinate and deliver projects while managing resources, teams, budgets, risks and stakeholder expectations.

BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management provides practical and transferable skills that prepare graduates to manage projects effectively, lead teams confidently and contribute to organisational success in a wide range of professional environments.

Whether you are looking to advance your current career or enter a project management role, this qualification provides the knowledge, skills and confidence required to succeed in today’s dynamic business environment.