Program Overview

Master of IT Project Management

The Master of IT Project Management is a postgraduate degree that equips students with the skills to design, implement, and manage agile software development projects. This program is designed to be completed in as little as one year and is offered at the City Campus.

Programme Details

• Programme code: AK1339
• Level: 9
• Points: 120
• Duration: 1 year full-time, part-time available
• Campus: City Campus
• Start dates: 13 Jul 2026, 22 Feb 2027, 12 Jul 2027

Fees

• Domestic: $11,851.60 (for 120 points), comprising $10,630 tuition fees and $1,221.60 student services levy
• International: $47,121.60 (for 120 points), comprising $45,900 tuition fees and $1,221.60 student services levy
  • Fees are based on a full-time workload and are subject to change.
  • International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition, while domestic students' tuition fees are less due to government funding.

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Master of IT Project Management, applicants must have:

• Completed a relevant four-year bachelor's degree, a relevant bachelor's degree with honours, or a relevant postgraduate diploma with a B grade average or higher.
• Relevant software engineering or information technology project work experience approved by the dean (or representative).

International Student Entry Requirements

International students must also meet the English language requirements.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher, or equivalent.

What You Study

The Master of IT Project Management curriculum includes:

• ENSE986 Research Project (45 points) – a full-year course
• ENSE880 Agile Information Technology Project Management (15 points)
• ENSE882 Team Facilitation for Information Technology Projects (15 points)
• ENSE883 IT Project Portfolios in Organisations (15 points)
• ENSE881 Digital Transformation and Change Management (15 points)
• One elective course from a list of options, including:
  • COMP806 Software Architecture (15 points)
  • COMP821 Information Security (15 points)
  • COMP822 Human Computer Interaction (15 points)
  • COMP842 Applied Blockchains and Cryptocurrencies (15 points)
  • ENGE815 Corporate Social Responsibility (15 points)
  • INFS803 Cloud Computing (15 points)
  • INFS813 Information Technology Strategy and Policy (15 points)

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of IT Project Management are equipped to meet the demand for technically competent managers and development professionals in the information technology sector. They possess specialized skills for managing software engineering projects in unique environments.

Related Programmes

• Postgraduate Certificate in Computer and Information Sciences
• Postgraduate Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences

This program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in IT project management, with a focus on agile software development projects. With its comprehensive curriculum and experienced faculty, the Master of IT Project Management at AUT is an excellent choice for those looking to advance their careers in this field.