Graduate Diploma in Project Management

Program overview

In the gig economy of the 21st century, ‘management by projects’ is becoming the norm. In every industry, tasks are delivered by interdisciplinary teams headed by leaders who not only have expertise in their given field but a suite of people management, time management, design thinking and high-level communication skills.

Providing a comprehensive business-ready foundation, you will be equipped with the knowledge required to develop a career and expertise in project management through Bond’s Graduate Diploma in Project Management. 

Entry to this program is permitted without a bachelor’s degree provided you have completed our Graduate Certificate in Project Management with a 65% or higher GPA. Completion of this program achieving a 65% or higher GPA, enables you to articulate to our Master of Project Management (extra 40 cp).

Program code: BN-13044

Program overview

In the gig economy of the 21st century, ‘management by projects’ is becoming the norm. In every industry, tasks are delivered by interdisciplinary teams headed by leaders who not only have expertise in their given field but a suite of people management, time management, design thinking and high-level communication skills.

Providing a comprehensive business-ready foundation, you will be equipped with the knowledge required to develop a career and expertise in project management through Bond’s Graduate Diploma in Project Management. 

Entry to this program is permitted without a bachelor’s degree provided you have completed our Graduate Certificate in Project Management with a 65% or higher GPA. Completion of this program achieving a 65% or higher GPA, enables you to articulate to our Master of Project Management (extra 40 cp).

Program code: BN-13044

About this program

The Graduate Diploma in Project Management provides a comprehensive business-ready foundation that will provide students from any background with the knowledge required to develop a career and expertise in project management. This qualification will provide career opportunities in all areas of industry, government and the not-for-profit sector. The Graduate Diploma in Project Management features four distinct study themes including strategy, sustainability, managing complex problems and teams, and virtual teams and global working.

What you'll be studying

The program at a glance

The Graduate Diploma in Project Management program comprises eight subjects and can be completed within three semesters part time study. You will undertake a total of eight subjects which includes six core subjects and two electives from across the university. The core subjects comprise Principles of Project Management, Project Finance and Procurement, Project Resource Planning, Risk Management, Expert Witness and Dispute Resolution, and Project Portfolio and Program Management.

Program features

  • Graduate career ready

    Project management subjects have been designed using blended learning. This includes the harmonious integration of various student-centred learning experiences to enrich traditional face-to-face teaching, providing more in-class opportunity for discussion and problem-solving. Subjects are centred around job-relevant assessment tasks that supplement an authentic and formative personalised educational environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and highly experienced instructors.

  • Lifestyle-suited study

    Tailor your study schedule to suit the demands of your lifestyle. You will have the option to undertake subjects within this program in Intensive Mode, a compact and time efficient way to complete a postgraduate qualification to minimise the impact of your study schedule on your professional and personal lifestyles.

  • Professionally accredited

    Bond’s Graduate Diploma in Project Management is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), meaning the program has been recognised for aligning with industry standards and current best practice.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • Bond University’s Project Management program piqued my interest and with further research about the course I knew this was the place I wanted to spend two years of my life. Bond helped me gain real world work experience while studying which played an important factor in me learning about the work culture in Australia and adapting to the new environment. I would gladly recommend studying at Bond for its structured courses, supportive professors and the relaxed yet productive lifestyle.

    Lumina Remick - Project Management Alumna
  • Discipline Lead for Project Management, Planning & Property

    In the wake of unprecedented global challenges, the call for proficient project managers has never been louder. Our postgraduate programs in Project Management are meticulously designed to empower students to answer this call. Graduates from these programs emerge not just as taskmasters but as visionary leaders equipped to harness opportunities, steer innovation, and drive transformative change across diverse sectors.

    Dr Amir Ghanbaripour - Assistant Professor
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Hear from our Bondies

  • Bond University’s Project Management program piqued my interest and with further research about the course I knew this was the place I wanted to spend two years of my life. Bond helped me gain real world work experience while studying which played an important factor in me learning about the work culture in Australia and adapting to the new environment. I would gladly recommend studying at Bond for its structured courses, supportive professors and the relaxed yet productive lifestyle.

    Lumina Remick - Project Management Alumna
  • Discipline Lead for Project Management, Planning & Property

    In the wake of unprecedented global challenges, the call for proficient project managers has never been louder. Our postgraduate programs in Project Management are meticulously designed to empower students to answer this call. Graduates from these programs emerge not just as taskmasters but as visionary leaders equipped to harness opportunities, steer innovation, and drive transformative change across diverse sectors.

    Dr Amir Ghanbaripour - Assistant Professor
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Program accreditation

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