BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management
Manage projects from start to finish
Gain in-demand project management skills with this industry-relevant diploma that will add value to any industry and organisation.
Completing this course can open up further study options and set you up with essential skills and knowledge of current project management practices.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
This course is a VET Student Loan eligible course. A VET Student Loan creates a debt that must be repaid to the Commonwealth and is only available to students who are eligible.
To find out if you are eligible or to see the list of eligible courses visit our Student Loans page.
Overview
Where Thornlie
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2024
How On Campus
When you complete the Diploma of Project Management you will be looking at a career as a contract coordinator, project manager, quality administrator or risk management professional.
Completion of the Diploma of Project Management opens up a range of further study options and it may provide advanced standing towards a university degree.
This qualification is offered part-time across two semesters. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship Program
If you are studying a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Aviation, Cyber Security, Engineering, IT, Logistics, or Project Management then you are eligible to apply.
The Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship Program (DIIGS), funded by the State Government, has various grants (starting at $2,500) and work placement opportunities that could set you up for a career in the defence industry. Read more about DIIGS and how to apply.
Important information
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent | Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades) | Certificate III |
This qualification is not suitable for school leavers as it reflects the role of individuals in project leadership and management roles who are responsible for applying project management skills and knowledge to their work and the work of others to achieve project objectives.
Become a specialist in your field with university study
The information about university credit points and tuition costs provides a general guide only. SM TAFE recommends students discuss credit points with the university or college of their choice at the time of graduation.
Murdoch University
This course has a study pathway to Murdoch University(opens in a new tab) as of March 2022.
- Bachelor of Business(opens in a new tab) (B1367) in all majors - 12 credit points
Attendance in class
This course is part-time over two semesters. The part time option requires attendance at campus for workshops one Tuesday a month, from 8.30 am to 4.00 pm (There are also some non-mandatory tutorial days scheduled to provide additional support).
At-home study
As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 6-8 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research.
You will need to have the basic technical requirements(opens in a new tab) for at-home study. If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers(opens in a new tab) during library hours.
Work placement
Work placement is not a requirement for this course.
What you need for your first day of class
On your first day you should bring your SM TAFE confirmation enrolment receipt, your student ID, stationery (pen, exercise book, file and a USB storage device).
Your lecturers will advise you at orientation of any additional resource requirements such as textbooks and software applications, as well as providing information on how to access or purchase student copies/licences.
Dress requirements - smart casual dress at all times.
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Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBPMG530 Manage project scope | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG531 Manage project time | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG532 Manage project quality | $56.70 | $16.80 | $21.50 |
| BSBPMG533 Manage project cost | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG534 Manage project human resources | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG535 Manage project information and communication | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG536 Manage project risk | $64.80 | $19.20 | $21.50 |
| BSBPMG540 Manage project integration | $89.10 | $26.40 | $16.25 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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$72.90 | $21.60 | $16.25 |
|
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$64.80 | $19.20 | $16.25 |
|
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$32.40 | $9.60 | $16.25 |
|
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$89.10 | $26.40 | $16.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Semester 2, 2024
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBPMG530 Manage project scope | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG531 Manage project time | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG532 Manage project quality | $56.70 | $16.80 | $21.50 |
| BSBPMG533 Manage project cost | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG534 Manage project human resources | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG535 Manage project information and communication | $56.70 | $16.80 | $16.25 |
| BSBPMG536 Manage project risk | $64.80 | $19.20 | $21.50 |
| BSBPMG540 Manage project integration | $89.10 | $26.40 | $16.25 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$72.90 | $21.60 | $16.25 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $16.25 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $16.25 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $16.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.