In this course you will examine project management and its processes, including history, definitions, and attributes, body of knowledge, objectives and success. You’ll explore the characteristics and activities of the project life cycle, along with the functions of planning, organisation and control. You’ll consider cost and value management processes within a project environment, including methods and techniques of estimating, budgeting and controlling. Time management is also a focus of this course, covering time programming and scheduling, line of balance, time estimating, constraints, resources, control monitoring, analysis and reporting. Your studies will be supported by an exploration of organisational development and the design of organisational structures, including perceptions, personality, motivation, leadership, group processes, performance appraisal, conflict and work redesign. The structure of this course varies depending on which semester you commence your studies in. The course offers flexibility as units are delivered through evening classes and online. Upon successful completion of the graduate certificate, you may transfer to the graduate diploma and then subsequently enroll in the master degree. Why study Graduate Certificate in Project Management The Australian Government expects the need for project managers to grow very strongly over the next five years, matching the rise in demand over the past decade. Opportunities for people with project management qualifications is increasing in fields such as construction, law, education, health, commerce, information technology, marketing, public relations, and research and development. (Source: joboutlook.gov.au, March 2013) Curtin's project management courses offer a broad approach to project management, making them applicable to a wide range of industries. Curtin's teaching staff have an extensive range of professional experience in the project management field. The course is delivered by people who can offer practical relevance to student learning. Professional recognition This course is accredited by the International Project Management Institute (PMI) and endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM). Career information Employment industries Commerce Construction Education Engineering Health Information technology Law Marketing Mining Oil and gas Public relations Research and development.