Program Overview

Program Overview

The Agile & Lean Project Management course is designed to improve project delivery in fast-paced environments. This course applies Agile and Lean methods to enhance project management skills.

Course Details

Duration

The course duration is 12 weeks.

Next Start Dates

The next start dates for the course are:

• Semester One: 2 March 2026
• Applications close one week before the course start date.

Domestic Fees

The domestic fee for the course is $1,607. This fee is inclusive of 15% GST but does not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. An additional Student Services Fee of $9.24 per point applies.

Admission Requirements

Recommended Background

No specific experience is required for admission. However, University Entrance (or equivalent) is required.

Course Structure

The course is fully online, accommodating individual schedules. It includes:

• Weekly live sessions that are recorded and available for review
• Online forums for support and guidance
• Self-directed research
• Online feedback from staff
• Peer-to-peer learning

Assessment is through a combination of activities addressing course learning objectives, including quizzes and individual projects.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will:

• Be awarded 15 credit points from the University of Auckland
• Have the option to take their credit into the Master of Engineering Management, Master of Engineering Project Management, or other relevant degrees (subject to time limits and entry criteria)

Related Programs

The Agile & Lean Project Management course contributes to:

• Master of Engineering Management
  • Duration: 2 years part-time study
  • Start Dates: 2 March 2026 and 20 July 2026
• Master of Engineering Project Management
  • Duration: 2 years part-time study
  • Start Dates: 2 March 2026 and 20 July 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the entry requirements?

To be admitted to the Certificate of Proficiency, students must meet the requirements to study at a New Zealand University (e.g., through University Entrance or an alternative entrance pathway). This option is only available to NZ citizens and permanent residents over 20 years old.

What is a Certificate of Proficiency (CoP)?

A Certificate of Proficiency is a course-only study option that allows students to take a course at the University of Auckland without studying a full program. It is suitable for those who want to study short-term or test whether a subject is something they wish to pursue more in the future.

Does the course enable further study at the University?

If students decide to progress their studies further towards a full qualification, they can apply to reassign the points from their CoP to the Master of Engineering Management, Master of Engineering Project Management, or other relevant degrees (entry criteria and time limits apply).

Do I get a certificate at the end?

As a Certificate of Proficiency is not a formal qualification, students will not be able to graduate with it or receive a graduation certificate. Their results will be recorded on their official academic transcript, providing evidence of their study.