Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Project Management
Diploma of Project Management
BSB51413
J521
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 28/08/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge. They may manage projects in a variety of contexts, across a number of industry sectors. They have project leadership and management roles and are responsible for achieving project objectives. They possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical and managerial competencies to initiate, plan, execute and evaluate their own work and/or the work of others.
Job roles
Project manager (generic)
Project manager (industry specific)
Project leader
Project team leader
Project contract manager
Project vendor manager.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 128 core units plus
4 elective units which may be from Group A, B or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Diploma level or higher.
Elective units chosen must be relevant to the work and industry context for project management. They must not include the choice of the unit BSBPMG522A Undertake project work.
Core units
BSBPMG511A Manage project scope
BSBPMG512A Manage project time
BSBPMG513A Manage project quality
BSBPMG514A Manage project cost
BSBPMG515A Manage project human resources
BSBPMG516A Manage project information and communication
BSBPMG517A Manage project risk
BSBPMG521A Manage project integration
Elective units
Group A
BSBPMG518A Manage project procurement
BSBPMG519A Manage project stakeholder engagement
BSBPMG520A Manage project governance
Group B
BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system
BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment
BSBMGT516C Facilitate continuous improvement
BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
BSBWHS506A Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
BSBWOR501B Manage personal work priorities and professional development
BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness
ICAICT511A Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise
ICAICT515A Verify client business requirements
MSS015002A Develop strategies for more sustainable use of resources
PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG101 | BSBPMG514A | Manage project cost | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG102 | BSBPMG515A | Manage project human resources | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG103 | BSBPMG516A | Manage project information and communication | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG108 | BSBPMG521A | Manage project integration | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WG100 | BSBPMG513A | Manage project quality | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG104 | BSBPMG517A | Manage project risk | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG098 | BSBPMG511A | Manage project scope | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG099 | BSBPMG512A | Manage project time | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Four (4) units may be chosen from Group A or B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG107 | BSBPMG520A | Manage project governance | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WG105 | BSBPMG518A | Manage project procurement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WG106 | BSBPMG519A | Manage project stakeholder engagement | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Four (4) units may be chosen from Group A or B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D176 | BSB51407 | Diploma of Project Management | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVW5 | BSB51415 | Diploma of Project Management | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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