Perform the multifaceted role of a modern project manager
This program is designed for learners who manage complex projects and seek to enhance, update and formalise their existing project management skills and knowledge.
The program is aligned to the internationally recognised Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK ®) methodology and focuses on the application of best practice principles to project management within a learner’s own workplace.
Achieve a nationally recognised qualification.
Provides a pathway to the Advanced Diploma of Project Management. Enhance project management skills and knowledge.
Share experiences and knowledge with project managers from other industries.
Directly improve project management practices by utilising workplace examples in activities and assessments.
Participants need to be currently managing complex projects or be able to access a work-based project at project manager level.
2 To achieve the Diploma of Project Management (BSB51413) you must meet the evidence
requirements for 12 units of competency, 8 core and 4 elective. 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:
BSBPMG518A Manage project procurement
BSBPMG519A Manage project stakeholder engagement BSBPMG520A Manage project governance
BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness
The program has been designed to meet the needs of most project environments. Wisdom facilitators will guide you through these units, sharing their expertise and using leading edge methodologies to create a fun and focused learning environment.
This qualification will support participants wanting to work as: Senior project managers
Project managers Project leaders
Project management facilitators Project or Program administrators
Once you achieve this qualification, together with relevant work experience, you can undertake a range of Advanced Diploma level management qualifications offered by Wisdom including:
Advanced Diploma of Project Management Advanced Diploma of Management
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National Workforce Development Fund
Organisations may be able to apply for a funding subsidy for this qualification under the National Workforce Development Fund (NWDF). Eligible businesses may receive funding subsidies of two thirds of the course fee. NWDF funding is currently open for applications.
Where: Wisdom Learning Centre, Fairbairn
Cost: $4,450 (GST Free) including course manual, all materials and gourmet catering
Wisdom offers all prospective learners for the Diploma of Project Management by Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL is an assessment process that recognises current skills and experience gained from work, life experience, or formal study.
The assessment process will involve you collecting evidence against the requirements of the units of competency. Your assessor will support you to gather this evidence and will then examine the evidence you provide to prove you have the necessary knowledge and skills for RPL.
Your evidence can include:
Samples of work, projects and materials Third party input from managers and/or peers Written reports
Interviews with your assessor.
4 The Diploma of Project Management program applies accelerated learning techniques using the Wisdom Way Learning Model. Benefits of the model include sharing of knowledge and experience, immediate application of learning and support and assistance from qualified, experienced
facilitators. This learning model will provide opportunity for you to: Learn in a friendly, inviting and personalised atmosphere
Share knowledge and experience with other <insert specific job title or write participants> Apply course learning immediately in your business
Be consulted on your progress throughout the course, in a supportive way Learn from facilitators who share their experience, skills and knowledge.
Workshops/Learning groups: Structured learning sessions that provide the key content of the program and a range of learning activities.
myWisdom: The Wisdom virtual learning environment ‘myWisdom’ is an online learning space that provides participants with the opportunity to collaborate, share links and resources and reflect upon and discuss their learning journey.
Networking and knowledge sharing: Participants enhance learning through sharing knowledge, experience and resources within and outside learning groups and workshops. Wisdom assists and encourages
participants to network to augment learning and knowledge sharing and the development of business networks and collaborative professional relationships.
Readings and other resources: Participants are provided with resources that underpin learning and provide the depth and breadth of the program’s content. Readings and resources will reflect contemporary
theories, models, best practice guidelines.
Workplace tasks and activities: Participants undertake a range of practical tasks and activities relevant to modern organisations. These tasks and activities will form the majority of the assessment requirements for the program. Readings & other resources Learning groups Workplace tasks & activities Networking & knowledge sharing Learners Workshops
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*Please note this schedule is subject to change
Event Date Time
Introduction to Project Management and Project Initiation
Thursday 3 April 2014 9:00am-4:30pm
Managing Project Scope and Schedule Thursday 17 April 2014 9:00am-4:30pm Managing Project Costs Thursday 1 May 2014 9:00am-12:30pm Manage Procurement MyWisdom online learning activity – no attendance
required Manage Procurement, Contract
Management and Governance
Thursday 29 May 2014 9:00am-4:30pm
Managing Project Risk and Quality Thursday 12 June 2014 9:00am-4:30pm Manage Project Communication MyWisdom online learning activity – no attendance
required Manage Project Human Resources,
Teams and Stakeholder Communication
Thursday 3 July 2014 9:00am-4:30pm
Monitor, Control and Close Projects Thursday 17 July 2014 9:00am-12:30pm Project Consolidation and Evaluation Thursday 31 July 2014 9:00am-12:30pm
