Master of Project Management

Note

Package Offer

International students who do not meet the admission requirements for the Master of Project Management, but are eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Project Management will be issued with a package offer for both courses. The total duration to complete both the Graduate Certificate in Project Management and the Master of Project Management as a package is 1.5 years.

Commonwealth Supported Places

There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available in this course, which are competitive and awarded based on merit. To be considered for a CSP, applicants must:

• Indicate their interest in a CSP on their application.
• Apply on time in line with CSP deadlines (it is recommended applicants apply early as applications are assessed progressively).

Eligible applicants must accept their offer by the lapse date to retain their place. For application deadlines and information, please refer to Postgraduate courses with Commonwealth Supported Places.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Students entering the UTS Master of Project Management (C04006) from the UTS Graduate Diploma in Construction Management (C06126) are granted 48cp of RPL.

Targeted at both new and experienced project managers, this Master of Project Management course at UTS is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their careers across various sectors, including IT, construction, and health. Choose this course for its comprehensive curriculum that blends foundational knowledge with practical skills, tailored to your career aspirations through elective specialisations in business, construction, data science, or property development.

Distinguished by its PMI, RICS, and AIPM accreditations, UTS's program stands out as the first course in Australia to receive PMI's Global Accreditation. The course aligns with industry certification standards, ensuring relevance and recognition.

You will gain a robust understanding of project management's role in strategic delivery and business enhancement. The course hones your skills in leadership, communication, and critical analysis, preparing you to adapt and excel in dynamic project environments.

Learning is interactive and hands-on, facilitated through intensive block workshops that simulate real-world projects. You'll benefit from the expertise of leading academics and industry professionals, ensuring your education is grounded in the latest research and practices.

By completing this course, you will emerge as a reflective practitioner, equipped with the competencies necessary for effective project management and the capacity for lifelong learning and responsible practice.

Students in the Master of Project Management complete foundation subjects and then select from a range of advanced project management electives. Students may focus all electives on extending their project management expertise, or may elect to complete a specialist sub-major in one of four disciplines:

• Business
• Construction
• Data Science
• Property Development

UTS’s Master of Project Management is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI), the Royal Society of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM). It is the first Australian program to be accredited by PMI’s Global Accreditation Centre. The foundation subjects are compatible with the structures used by the PMI and Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) to certify practitioners.

UTS delivers most of the postgraduate project management subjects in intensive block workshops. These workshops offer an immersive experience where students work with their peers in a team-based, simulated project environment.

UTS academics are at the forefront of project management research internationally. This breadth of knowledge ensures that students have access to leading-edge thinking applied in both project-specific and organisational contexts. Teaching staff and specialist guest lecturers have extensive industry experience and knowledge of current trends in project management practice.

Graduates of the UTS Master of Project Management possess a detailed understanding of the role of project management in delivering organisational strategy and improving business productivity and profitability.

With UTS, the Master of Project Management may also be studied as a combined degree incorporating property development, the UTS Master of Property Development and Project Management

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management, UTS Graduate Diploma in Project Management, or UTS Graduate Diploma in Construction Management

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent AND A minimum of 1 year full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience.

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11005 Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management, UTS Graduate Diploma in Project Management, or UTS Graduate Diploma in Construction Management

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent AND A minimum of 1 year full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Project Management

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11005 Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

• Project Manager
• Project Management Consultant
• Change and Integration Manager
• Project Coordinator
• Project Scheduler
• Project Controller
• Project Analyst
• Project Risk Manager
• Project Management Office (PMO) Manager