Master of Project Management

Advance your project management career

With the global demand for project managers expected to hit 25 million by 2030, there's never been a better time to launch and advance your career in this lucrative profession. An internationally recognised degree, the UTS Master of Project Management is your passport to a future at the forefront of organisational change.

Your studies will help you develop fundamental skills in communication, risk management, finance and more, giving you the comprehensive professional toolkit you'll need to lead projects to ever-greater success. What's more, with its flexible course structure including block mode study, and the opportunity to personalise your learning, you'll get a degree experience that's tailored to both your current needs and your future goals.

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Master of Project Management

CODE

UTS: C04006 (version 8)

CRICOS: 001099J

DURATION

1.5 years full time
3 years part time

INTAKE

July Session - Internal Course Transfer. Current UTS students only 2025
Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
July Session - Internal Course Transfer. Current UTS students only 2026
Autumn Session 2026
Spring Session 2026

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COURSE FEES

Indicative total tuition fee for government-supported domestic students
$25,708.90

Indicative total tuition fee for domestic students
$48,171.90

LOCATION

City campus

What you’ll study

You'll complete a range of core Project Management units to build your vital disciplinary knowledge and expertise. You'll learn about managing risk, costs, time and stakeholders and develop valuable job-ready capabilities in areas like leadership, communication, innovation and entrepreneurship.

From this foundation, you'll get the opportunity to select your own journey, choosing the path that best supports your unique goals. Acquire a broad array of highly relevant competencies through Project Management options, or specialise your learning with an industry-focused sub-major in business, construction, data science or property development.

Subjects at a glance

Core subjects

Subject Code	Subject Name
15312	Project Communication, HR and Stakeholders
15319	Project Risk, Procurement and Quality Management
15316	Project Scope, Time and Cost Management
15310	Project Integration Management
15115	Advances in Project Management
15328	Project Innovation and Entrepreneurship
15346	Organisational Project Management
15364	Leading Projects in Organisations

See all subjects and majors in the UTS Handbook

Typical course program

The outline below shows an example program for the Master in Project Management based on a full-time study load. Please note that your exact program may differ based on your unique circumstances, such as your commencement date, subject selections and recognition of prior learning.

8

Project Management core subjects
4

Project Management options or sub-major

First year

Your first year will see you undertake a number of core Project Management units, acquiring advanced communication, scoping and quality management skills. You'll also begin your curated path, engaging in options subjects or starting studies towards your chosen sub-major.
Second year

In your final six months, you'll build on your foundational understandings and establish advanced project management knowledge, enhancing your capabilities in areas like innovative thinking, entrepreneurship, and leadership. You'll finalise your studies by completing any remaining optional or sub-major units.

First year

Your first year will see you undertake a number of core Project Management units, acquiring advanced communication, scoping and quality management skills. You'll also begin your curated path, engaging in options subjects or starting studies towards your chosen sub-major.

Second year

In your final six months, you'll build on your foundational understandings and establish advanced project management knowledge, enhancing your capabilities in areas like innovative thinking, entrepreneurship, and leadership. You'll finalise your studies by completing any remaining optional or sub-major units.

See typical course program in the UTS Handbook

Course highlights

In this program, we teach an extensive array of essential competencies required in project management professionals, including procurement, stakeholder engagement, scheduling and financial management. You'll also discover broad skills in areas like negotiation, contracts management and problem-solving, or specialise your expertise through an industry-focused sub-major.

Industry accreditation

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Admissions information

Targeted at both new and experienced project managers, this Master of Project Management course at UTS is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their careers across various sectors, including IT, construction, and health. Choose this course for its comprehensive curriculum that blends foundational knowledge with practical skills, tailored to your career aspirations through elective specialisations in business, construction, data science, or property development.

Distinguished by its PMI, RICS, and AIPM accreditations, UTS's program stands out as the first course in Australia to receive PMI's Global Accreditation. The course aligns with industry certification standards, ensuring relevance and recognition.

You will gain a robust understanding of project management's role in strategic delivery and business enhancement. The course hones your skills in leadership, communication, and critical analysis, preparing you to adapt and excel in dynamic project environments.

Learning is interactive and hands-on, facilitated through intensive block workshops that simulate real-world projects. You'll benefit from the expertise of leading academics and industry professionals, ensuring your education is grounded in the latest research and practices.

By completing this course, you will emerge as a reflective practitioner, equipped with the competencies necessary for effective project management and the capacity for lifelong learning and responsible practice.
Students in the Master of Project Management complete foundation subjects and then select from a range of advanced project management electives. Students may focus all electives on extending their project management expertise, or may elect to complete a specialist sub-major in one of four disciplines:
- Business
- Construction
- Data Science
- Property Development
UTS’s Master of Project Management is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI), the Royal Society of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM). It is the first Australian program to be accredited by PMI’s Global Accreditation Centre. The foundation subjects are compatible with the structures used by the PMI and Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) to certify practitioners.

UTS delivers most of the postgraduate project management subjects in intensive block workshops. These workshops offer an immersive experience where students work with their peers in a team-based, simulated project environment.

UTS academics are at the forefront of project management research internationally. This breadth of knowledge ensures that students have access to leading-edge thinking applied in both project-specific and organisational contexts. Teaching staff and specialist guest lecturers have extensive industry experience and knowledge of current trends in project management practice.

Graduates of the UTS Master of Project Management possess a detailed understanding of the role of project management in delivering organisational strategy and improving business productivity and profitability.

With UTS, the Master of Project Management may also be studied as a combined degree incorporating property development, the UTS Master of Property Development and Project Management
To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:
- Completed UTS Graduate Certificate in Project Management, UTS Graduate Diploma in Project Management, or UTS Graduate Diploma in Construction Management
OR
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent AND A minimum of 1 year full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Project Management
Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11005 Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:
- Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  - A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  - A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  - A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  - An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  - A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
2025 Indicative tuition fees for government-supported domestic students

This course offers a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). This means the Australian Government contributes to your education costs, and you pay the remaining tuition fees, known as the student contribution. If eligible, you can defer payment through HECS-HELP, or you can choose to pay your fees upfront each session.

CSP applications are reviewed continuously by the university and offered based on merit, so we recommend applying early to be considered. Learn more about applying for a CSP, eligibility and key dates.

2025 Tuition Fees
- Indicative first-year tuition fee: $16,992.00
- Indicative Total tuition fee: $25,708.90
Tuition fees are reviewed annually, with any new rates effective from the beginning of each calendar year. The total indicative tuition fee includes estimated annual increases over the duration of the course.

Additional Costs

Your tuition fees do not include:
- The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
- Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
- Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).
Important Information
- Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
- The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
- Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
- You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table.
Alumni Advantage Program

As a UTS graduate, you can enjoy a 10% discount on your course fees. Just apply for the course you're interested in, and if you're accepted, the discount will automatically be applied to your enrolment invoice. Learn more about the Alumni Advantage Program.

If you have any questions about course fees, please feel free to make an enquiry.
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Project Management (C11005), the Graduate Diploma in Project Management (C07004) and the Master of Project Management. Each stage is self-contained and can be undertaken through part-time or full-time study.

The graduate diploma is offered as an exit point for students who do not wish to go on to complete the master's degree but who otherwise finish with 48 credit points. Direct entry to the graduate diploma is not available.

Articulation from the graduate certificate to the Master of Project Management is allowed with the approval of the course director.

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Careers

Your future career

On graduating from this program, you'll be comprehensively equipped with the industry-ready, up-to-date capabilities you need to kick-start or continue your rewarding career in professional project management. Using your advanced management skills, you'll have the know-how to create innovative ideas, solve challenging problems and design and implement projects in any workplace, organisation or setting.

This in-demand toolkit will open you up to opportunities across various sectors including events, IT, finance, construction, consulting and beyond. With a world of exciting roles to discover, you'll be ready for a lucrative future where you'll deploy your advanced management competencies to lead projects to ever-greater heights of success.

Career options

“I chose UTS because it had a great, practical project management program, and because I had already started a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt at the UTS Business School, I knew UTS was a very good university with an emphasis on practical application as well as theory.”

Kieran Morgan

Master of Project Management

“This subject got me to think in a different way and consider risk from different viewpoints and from other people’s viewpoints as well.”

Laura Stinton

Master of Project Management

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