Graduate Diploma in Project Management (GDipPM)
Information valid for students commencing 2014
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5288
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale and at least two years of relevant work experience OR Graduate Certificate in Project Management with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale.
Additional application information
Semester 2 entry available for part time domestic students only.
The majority of courses are offered late afternoon/early evening, with some courses offered in intensive mode (eg, on weekends).
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
UQ Business School
Email: postgrad_enquiries@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 8100
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5288
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale and at least two years of relevant work experience OR Graduate Certificate in Project Management with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale.
CRICOS Code: 040498D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Project Management?
Project management is the discipline of organizing and managing resources in such a way that they deliver all the work required to complete a project within defined scope, time, cost and quality constraints within acceptable levels of risk. Project managers can be found in all industries. The postgraduate programs in project management at the University of Queensland are based on the nine, core knowledge areas of the international institutes of project management. Students are introduced to the principles and applications of project management in asset and operations mode. They also have the option to undertake an industry mentored research project. Graduates of the program demonstrate a strong understanding of the background, principles and applications of project management.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Project Management.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale and at least two years of relevant work experience OR Graduate Certificate in Project Management with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale.
Additional application information
Semester 2 entry available for part time domestic students only.
The majority of courses are offered late afternoon/early evening, with some courses offered in intensive mode (eg, on weekends).
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale and at least two years of relevant work experience OR Graduate Certificate in Project Management with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 040498D
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.
What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Project Management
Careers
Graduates of this program will have obtained a qualification which can enhance their employment prospects in the field of project management.
Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Project Management
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Project Management
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Project Management, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #16 from the MPM list comprising -
- #14 from part A; and
- #2 from part B.
Refer to the GDipPM Rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
