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Master of Communication/ Master of Project Management

Program overview

As two foundational organisational, and life skills, communication and project management are the ideal combination to supercharge your postgraduate qualifications.

If you areโ€ฏinterested in a career in corporateโ€ฏcommunications, publicโ€ฏrelationsโ€ฏand organisational communication,โ€ฏyouโ€™ll find thatโ€ฏthe project management extension adds expertise in the planning, implementation and management of projects and programs.โ€ฏSimilarly, students pursuing a career in project management benefit by incorporating the all-important fundamental ofโ€ฏeffectiveโ€ฏcommunication andโ€ฏcorporateโ€ฏmessaging.

Most importantly, having dual qualifications in communication and project management will ensure that your resume stands outโ€ฏin the todayโ€™s competitive employment landscape.

Bondโ€™sโ€ฏMaster of Communicationโ€ฏbrings you up-to-date on the risks and opportunities of new and emerging media, examining how theyโ€ฏcombine with traditional written,โ€ฏverbalโ€ฏand visual communication skills in core business disciplines such as public relations, advertising, organisational communication and more.

Ourโ€ฏMaster of Project Managementโ€ฏsteps through the fundamental processes of planning, preparing,โ€ฏimplementingโ€ฏand delivering projects in line with client parameters and stakeholder expectations. It also incorporates the core workplace skills โ€“ conflict resolution, risk identification, market performance โ€“ that impact every stage of the project lifecycle.

Program code: HD-24032

CRICOS code: 088315J

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About this program

The combined Masters program in Communications and Project Management enables students interested in a career in corporate communications, public relations and strategic and cultural communication to acquire expertise in the planning, implementation and management of projects and programs. The addition of project and program management skills enables you to access more strategic positions in your organisation and to be responsible for overseeing new initiatives involving the management of scope, time, cost and risk. Communication is also a key competency of project and program management, and it is therefore beneficial for those pursuing a project management career to undertake a combined program with Communication.  On completion of the combined program, you will graduate with a Master of Communication and a Master of Project Management and subsequently be internationally recognised by the Project Management Institute (PMI). In the Master of Communication, you will gain applied skills and knowledge in branding, public relations, social media, human communication theory, interpersonal communication, organisational communication and leadership, and communication research.

What you'll be studying

  • Program outline

    The Master of Communicationโ€ฏprogram offersโ€ฏtwo sequence options:โ€ฏ 

    • Major research projectโ€ฏ(20,000 - 25,000 words)โ€ฏโ€“ recommended if youโ€ฏareโ€ฏinterested in PhD studies or a career in academia or research; orโ€ฏโ€ฏ 
    • Research paper / professional portfolio (6000 โ€“ 7,000โ€ฏwords)โ€ฏโ€“โ€ฏyou can choose an area relevant to your current workplace or preferred career pathway.

    You will be studying a mix ofโ€ฏcommunications andโ€ฏprojectโ€ฏmanagement subjects each semester.

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Program features

  • Fast-track your career

    This program is designed for established professionals looking for promotion to senior management, or as a high-level entry point to a new industry/sector for career changers. Postgraduate qualifications in communication can be applied to management positions in any industry sector, while the project management skills add an extra depth in overseeing new initiatives from inception to delivery.

  • Save time. Save money.

    The benefit of tackling both degrees at the same time is the significant time and cost saving: As a stand-alone program, the Master of Communication takes one year to complete (three semesters) and the Master of Project Management takes 1 year 4 months (four semesters). As a double degree program, you can complete both qualifications in just two years and save on your total tuition fees for two individual degrees.

  • Learn from industry

    In your coursework masterclasses, youโ€™ll be mentored by people who donโ€™t just work in the industry but are leaders in their field โ€“ people like media futurist, Dr Jeff Brand; international advertising consultant, Dr Sven Brodmerkel; strategic communication, public relations, and marketing consultant, Michele Clark; leading academic in narrative, Dr Donna Henson; corporate communication professional, Dr Marilyn Mitchell; and public relations consultant and author, Jennifer St George.

  • Become an expert

    Our research areas include journalism, advertising, social media, marketing, leadership, public relationsโ€ฏand more. You have the flexibility of opting for a major dissertation (20,000-25,000 words) or a research paper/professional portfolio (6,000-7,000 words).

    Whatever option you choose, youโ€™ll be fully prepared in research methods and data analysis and be mentored and supervised throughout your research project by Bondโ€™s subject experts, establishing professional relationships that will last long after you graduate.

  • Gain industry experience

    During your studies, youโ€™ll also work closely with real clients and local businesses, researching, strategising and delivering communications initiatives. This process is enhanced by your access to an industry standard television studio, broadcast control room and the very latest cameras, lighting and audio-visual equipment used in the field.

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Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are the essential abilities, knowledge and skills required to successfully complete the program. Learn more about the inherent requirements and make an informed decision about your capacity to undertake the program.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • Discipline Lead for Project Management, Planning & Property

    The world is at a transformative crossroads, requiring astute and forward-thinking project managers to lead the way. Our postgraduate Project Management programs are not just about mastering methodologies but about envisioning and leading change. With a robust foundation in innovative approaches and practical application, graduates are equipped to take on challenges and drive impactful solutions in a post-pandemic landscape.

    Dr Amir Ghanbaripour - Assistant Professor
  • Master of Communication

    I returned to Bond to complete this postgraduate degree and graduated as Valedictorian and Public Relations Institute of Australiaโ€™s National Student of the Year. I have just started my dream job! My role exists in the sweet spot between strategic communications and public affairs. I feel like my worlds have just collided in terms of my area of study and my experience at Bond. It was thanks to the amazing teaching staff at Bond who go above and beyond for students and instil in us a passion for learning.

    Nikkie Shike - alumna
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