| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-05-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate of Project Management equips graduates with essential skills in strategy, risk, and asset management. As a Certified Project Officer, graduates are highly sought after in various industries, including public sector, construction, business, and healthcare. The program prepares graduates to navigate organizational change and manage projects effectively, addressing risks and developing sustainable solutions.
Program Outline
Careers:
Career Opportunities
Project management is a core capability across all organisational levels and industries, both in Australia and internationally. Businesses in every sector need to develop new strategies to navigate organisational change and successfully manage current and future projects. The changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic also continue to impact businesses, making your ability to address risks and develop and manage sustainable projects more vital now than ever before. As a graduate of the first degree in Australia to offer subjects emphasising the essential skills of strategy, risk and asset management, you’ll be in high demand in many industry contexts. Your skills in planning, addressing risks and systematic process strategies are highly sought after by employers in the public sector, construction, business, finance, health, engineering, defence, telecommunications and information technology. Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate of Project Management you will be a Certified Project Officer (CPO) with the Institute of Project Management and be recognised as a fundamental contributor to any project team.
James Cook University
Overview:
James Cook University (JCU) is a public university located in Queensland, Australia. It is known for its focus on tropical research and its commitment to providing a world-class education in a unique environment. JCU is the second-oldest university in Queensland and is considered a leading institution in Australia.
Services Offered:
JCU offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Study options:
Undergraduate and postgraduate programs, online courses, and pathways to university.Student life:
Accommodation, campus locations, global rankings, scholarships, and accessibility support.Admissions and entry:
Application process, important dates, fees and financial support.Current student support:
Subject search, course and subject handbook, fees and financial support, timetable and important dates, exams and results, off-campus student support, study overseas opportunities, student life, clubs and sporting teams, student mentor program, student placements, graduation and beyond, learning online, personal support, Indigenous student support, LearnJCU, The Learning Centre, careers and employability, and safety and wellbeing.Student Life and Campus Experience:
JCU offers a vibrant student life with a strong sense of community. Students can expect:
Unique environment:
World-class facilities, natural wonders, and a vibrant student life.Opportunities:
Study overseas, join clubs and sporting teams, participate in the student mentor program, and engage in student placements.Support:
Access to a range of support services, including personal support, Indigenous student support, and career guidance.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
Delivered by expert lecturers and world-class researchers.Career-focused courses:
Equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their chosen field.Unique research opportunities:
Access to world-class research facilities and locations, including the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rainforest Observatory, and the Australian Institute of Tropical Health & Medicine.Commitment to student success:
Lecturers are dedicated to helping students achieve their full potential.Environmental sustainability:
JCU is committed to environmental sustainability, with energy-efficient facilities and a focus on tropical research.Academic Programs:
JCU offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts, Society and Education
Business, Law and Governance
Healthcare Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences
Science and Engineering
Other:
JCU is committed to research that addresses global challenges and improves outcomes for those living in the tropics. The university has a strong focus on environmental sustainability and Indigenous engagement. JCU graduates are known for their problem-solving skills and their commitment to making a difference in the world.
