| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-02-02 | - |
| 2026-05-25 | - |
| 2026-07-20 | - |
| 2026-10-12 | - |
Program Overview
BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management
The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management is a nationally accredited qualification that reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge in a variety of contexts, across a number of industry sectors.
Duration
This program is delivered over a period of 1 to 1.5 years. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode, and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.
Intake
Intake dates are available throughout the year, with online and on-campus options.
Locations
The program is available at the following locations:
- Online
- Nhulunbuy
Entry Requirements
To gain entry into the BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management, it is preferred that individuals:
- Hold a BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice or similar qualification, or
- Have vocational experience in a project management-related role without holding a formal qualification.
A pre-enrolment interview will be conducted, and a lecturer will determine whether a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment is necessary to establish support requirements or to meet eligibility requirements for VET Student Loans.
Course Structure
To achieve the BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management, a total of twelve (12) units of competency must be completed, comprising eight (8) core and four (4) elective units.
Core Units
The core units are:
- BSBPMG530 - Manage project scope
- BSBPMG531 - Manage project time
- BSBPMG532 - Manage project quality
- BSBPMG533 - Manage project cost
- BSBPMG534 - Manage project human resources
- BSBPMG535 - Manage project information and communication
- BSBPMG536 - Manage project risk
- BSBPMG540 - Manage project integration
Elective Units
Four elective units must be selected, with at least two from the listed elective units. The remaining two units can be selected from the listed elective units or from a Diploma or above from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
Career Opportunities
Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:
- Project Leader
- Project Management Facilitator
- Project/Program Administrator
Fees
The 2026 fees for this program are:
- NT Government supported: $2,002.00 - $2,156.00
- Full Fee: $6,032.00 - $6,496.00
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen.
Accreditation
This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the BSB Business Services Training Package.
Location and Study Mode
Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources. The program is available in the following locations and study modes:
- Online
- On-campus (Nhulunbuy)
Additional Information
Sector: TAFE Industry groups: BUSINESS AND CLERICAL Occupation types: Program Or Project Administrator Area of study: Engineering and Mining, Engineering, Business and Retail Services, Business, Information Technology, IT and Network Engineering
Credit Transfers and Advanced Standing
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for this program. RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work, or life experience, which may be used to grant status or credit in a subject regardless of how and where they were attained, including overseas.
Charles Darwin University, as a Registered Training Organisation, recognizes the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.
Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrollment form at the time of enrollment. For further information, please refer to the Applicant's Guide to the Recognition of Prior Learning or contact Student Central.
VET Student Loans
Eligible students may access a VET Student Loan to pay for their course fees (up to capped amounts). Determine your eligibility using the VET Student Loan Eligibility Tool on the MySkills website.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline is available. Students who successfully complete VET qualifications at the Certificate IV level or above and subsequently enroll in a Bachelor degree in the same field or discipline will receive advanced standing as detailed in the table below.
| Completed Award Course Level | HE | VET | to a HE Award | Credit granted for a completed award in the same field |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate IV | * | 3-year Bachelor award | up to 40 credit points | |
| Certificate IV | * | 4-year Bachelor award | up to 40 credit points | |
| Diploma | * | * | 3-year Bachelor award | up to 80 credit points |
| Diploma | * | * | 4-year Bachelor award | up to 80 credit points |
| Advanced Diploma | * | * | 3-year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points |
| Advanced Diploma | * | * | 4-year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points |
| Associate Degree | * | 3-year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points | |
| Associate Degree | * | 4-year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points |