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Bachelor of Project Management

A professional qualification integrating project leadership, governance, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, sustainability and applied research.

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Entry Pathway for Working Professionals

This program has been specifically designed for experienced working professionals who already hold a relevant Diploma qualification and have a minimum of five years of industry experience in a related field. The program recognises that substantial knowledge, skills and professional capability can be developed through a combination of formal education and workplace experience. Eligible applicants may be considered for advanced standing or recognition of prior learning, subject to an individual assessment of their qualifications and professional experience. This pathway enables suitably qualified professionals to build upon their existing expertise and complete the remaining Bachelor-level studies through a structured two-year program without compromising the required academic standards or graduate learning outcomes.

Program details

AwardBachelor of Project Management
Course fee$14,000 USD
Duration2 Years Full-Time (Self-Paced Online)
Credit value240 Credit Points
LevelBachelor — designed to align with AQF Level 8 equivalency outcomes
Structure4 Semesters · 16 Units · Industry Capstone · Research Dissertation
Delivery100% Online · Self-paced · AI-supported learning

The Bachelor of Project Management prepares graduates to successfully plan, lead, execute, monitor and deliver complex projects across construction, engineering, information technology, healthcare, government, manufacturing, finance, education and other industries. The program integrates internationally recognised project management practices with leadership, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, sustainability, governance, research and strategic decision-making to prepare graduates for senior project management roles or postgraduate study.

Program structure and curriculum

The program is organised across two academic years and four semesters. Each unit carries the credit value shown below.

Year 1 — Semester 1

BPM101 — Foundations of Project Management (15 Credits)Introduction to projects, Project life cycle, Project governance, Project stakeholders, Project management methodologies, Project success factors, Professional ethics
BPM102 — Leadership and Team Management (15 Credits)Leadership theories, Team development, Emotional intelligence, Communication, Conflict resolution, Motivation, Coaching
BPM103 — Business Communication and Professional Practice (15 Credits)Academic writing, Professional reports, Presentations, Negotiation, Digital communication, Business correspondence
BPM104 — Organisational Behaviour (15 Credits)Organisational culture, Behaviour, Team dynamics, Decision making, Diversity, Employee engagement

Year 1 — Semester 2

BPM105 — Project Planning and Scheduling (15 Credits)Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Gantt Charts, Critical Path Method (CPM), Network diagrams, Resource planning, Project scheduling software
BPM106 — Cost Estimation and Project Finance (15 Credits)Budgeting, Cost estimation, Earned Value Management, Cash flow, Financial analysis, Project investment appraisal
BPM107 — Risk and Quality Management (15 Credits)Risk identification, Risk analysis, Risk response planning, Quality assurance, Quality control, Continuous improvement
BPM108 — Procurement and Contract Management (15 Credits)Procurement planning, Tendering, Contract administration, Supplier management, Procurement ethics, International procurement

Year 2 — Semester 3

BPM201 — Agile and Digital Project Management (15 Credits)Agile principles, Scrum, Kanban, Hybrid delivery, Digital collaboration, AI-assisted project management, Automation tools
BPM202 — Strategic Portfolio and Program Management (15 Credits)Portfolio management, Program management, Benefits realisation, Strategic alignment, Governance, Executive reporting
BPM203 — Sustainability, Governance and Ethics (15 Credits)ESG principles, Corporate governance, Compliance, Sustainable projects, Social responsibility, Professional ethics
BPM204 — Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics for Project Managers (15 Credits)AI fundamentals, Predictive analytics, Business intelligence, Project dashboards, Data visualisation, Decision support systems, Responsible AI

Year 2 — Semester 4

BPM205 — International Project Management (15 Credits)Global projects, Cross-cultural management, International procurement, Virtual teams, International standards, Global leadership
BPM206 — Research Methods for Project Management (15 Credits)Research design, Quantitative methods, Qualitative methods, Literature review, Academic writing, Data analysis, Research ethics
BPM207 — Project Management Consulting Capstone Project (30 Credits)Project initiation, Organisational diagnosis, Stakeholder analysis, Project planning, Risk assessment, Financial evaluation, Implementation roadmap, Executive presentation
BPM208 — Research Dissertation (30 Credits)Research proposal, Literature review, Research methodology, Data collection, Data analysis, Findings, Recommendations, Academic defence (viva or presentation)

Capstone: Project Management Consulting Project (BPM207)

The Project Management Consulting Capstone Project is the culminating professional experience of the program. Students assume the role of professional project management consultants engaged by an organisation to diagnose a complex project challenge, evaluate organisational project management maturity, develop evidence-based recommendations and prepare a comprehensive project management solution.

Project stages

Stage 1 — Project ProposalProject Proposal
2,000 words, 10% of unit grade
Stage 2 — Organisational and Project AnalysisProject Environment Analysis Report
3,500 words, 15% of unit grade
Stage 3 — Project PlanningIntegrated Project Management Plan
4,000 words, 25% of unit grade
Stage 4 — Risk, Governance and SustainabilityGovernance and Risk Report
2,500 words, 15% of unit grade
Stage 5 — Digital Transformation and AI IntegrationDigital Transformation Strategy
2,000 words, 10% of unit grade
Stage 6 — Implementation and Change ManagementImplementation Strategy
2,500 words, 10% of unit grade
Stage 7 — Executive PresentationExecutive Presentation (20-min + 10-min Q&A)
—, 10% of unit grade

Graduate learning outcomes

Graduates will be able to:

  • Evaluate complex organisational project management issues using recognised project management methodologies.
  • Conduct comprehensive project feasibility and organisational analyses.
  • Develop integrated project management plans incorporating scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, procurement, stakeholder engagement and governance.
  • Apply predictive, Agile and hybrid project management approaches.
  • Integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital technologies and data analytics into project planning and monitoring.
  • Produce professional consultancy reports suitable for executive decision-makers.
  • Present strategic project recommendations to organisational stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate professional judgement, ethical practice, leadership and advanced project management capability.

Assessment strategy

Assessment combines knowledge checks, written analysis, case-based application, research activities, professional project work and an independent research dissertation.

Online quizzes10%
Individual assignments20%
Case study analysis20%
Applied project work15%
Research activities10%
Capstone project15%
Dissertation10%

Career opportunities

Graduates may pursue roles such as:

  • Project Manager
  • Program Manager
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Project Consultant
  • Construction Project Manager
  • IT Project Manager
  • Engineering Project Manager
  • Business Transformation Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • PMO Manager
  • Risk and Compliance Manager
  • Project Controls Manager
  • Infrastructure Project Coordinator

Further study pathways

Graduates may progress to:

  • Master of Project Management (MPM)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Master of Engineering Management
  • Master of Construction Management
  • Executive MBA (EMBA)
  • Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Project Management or Management

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