Key Benefits

Endorsed by AIPM

Your course has been endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management. Studying an endorsed course ensures that your course credentials will be recognised industry wide.

Meets global certification

Your course material is completely compatible with PMBOK (6th Edition) and ISO 21500:2016. It also refers to the principles of PRINCE2.

Skills fit for any industry

With a formal project management qualification, you’ll never be bored in your career. You’ll gain skills and capabilities you can transfer to just about any industry, from digital production to construction and more.

Government funded

If you live in Victoria, you may be eligible for government funding. To see if you are eligible, please click here.

Learn Microsoft Project

Get a student version of Microsoft Project to complete tasks and assessments to ensure you get project management skills ready for the real world.

Microsoft Project is the project management software of choice for over 20 million users worldwide. You’ll receive student edition access while you’re studying the Diploma of Project Management with Monarch Institute.

Nationally recognised

The Diploma of Project Management is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This means you may be able to use it as a pathway to uni. You’ll have to check with the institution of your choice regarding admission pathways before you enrol with us.

Course Accreditation

Course modules

Module 1 – Understanding Project Management and Initiating Projects

BSBPMG538 Manage project stakeholder engagement
BSBPMG539 Manage project governance
ICTICT526 Verify client business requirements

Module 2 – Scoping and Evaluating Projects

BSBPMG530 Manage project scope
BSBPMG531 Manage project time
BSBPMG532 Manage project quality
BSBPMG533 Manage project cost

Module 3 – Defining and Planning Projects

BSBPMG534 Manage project human resources
BSBPMG535 Manage project information and communication
BSBPMG536 Manage project risk
BSBPMG537 Manage project procurement

Module 4 – Delivering, Closing and Reviewing Projects

BSBPMG540 Manage project integration

Specialisations

Course Assessments

Course assessments

The experts who design and deliver our courses (click back to Course trainers to meet some of them) have developed an assessment framework that’s uniquely designed to help you gain a deep understanding of the material. They’ll give you the kind of knowledge and skills you can use in the real world as a business operator or manager. Assessment formats include:

Case studies
Multiple-choice questions
Short-answer questions
Roleplays – video self-recording and upload of the file

Career Opportunities

Project management is different from other career paths. It’s something that can take you to any number of different industries. The skills you’ll pick up through your Diploma can be used in a variety of different roles, including:

Construction manager
Contract, program and project administrators
ICT project manager
Change management leader
Project Manager

To specialise in a particular type of project management, you may need to complete further training. The Diploma of Project Management from Monarch Institute will give you a solid foundation for pursuing the next step in your education.

Pathways

The Diploma of Project Management is a great qualification on its own.

The Monarch Institute Diploma of Project Management has specifically been designed to ensure you’re job ready. You can also build on the skills and knowledge areas you cover in your Diploma, through professional certification courses. Interested in the science behind efficient project management? You could pursue a Bachelor of Applied Science (Project Management, or Construction Management) at university.

It’s best to check with the university of your choice about pathways, credit transfer and other points required before you enrol with us.

Entry requirements

Course prerequisites

There aren’t any formal prerequisites. But to make sure you get the most out of training with us, the following enrolment process applies:

Once we receive your enrolment, our friendly course consultants will touch base to undertake a pre-training review to ensure the training is right for you.
For students without an equal or higher level qualification, there’s a short language, literacy and numeracy quiz you complete online.

What equipment will I need?

You will need access to the following equipment to successfully complete the course:

Working computer with Microsoft Office (2016 or later)
Access to the internet
Access to a smartphone, video camera or web camera is required

Am I eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer (CT)?

We may be able to take into account relevant knowledge and skills you’ve gained through previous formal or informal training, education and employment. To find out more, refer to our Student Information Handbook by clicking here, or get in touch with one of our friendly Course Consultants.

Course Topics

Module 1

Understanding Project Management and Initiating Projects

Understanding projects, their objectives, how they behave and who plays a part in them
Structures and methodology behind project management and how to apply best-practice right from the start
The key functions and stages or projects
The importance of project governance and ensuring that the right people make the right decisions throughout the development of a project
Appreciating stakeholder relationships and understanding their requirements

Module 2

Scoping and Evaluating Projects

The management of project quality
The techniques and the results of estimating
Establishing the scope, budget and timing of a project as the basis of strong planning
Exploring options to best achieve the project’s objectives

Module 3

Defining and Planning Projects

Exploring the supporting functions of project management
The successful procurement and management of resources, and strategies for effective risk management
Analysing and managing the performance of a project
Communicating with stakeholders, inside and outside of the project

Module 4

Delivering, Closing and Reviewing Projects

Managing project delivery and transition
Integrating all functions with the needs of the organisation and stakeholders
Establishing the connection between the project objectives, priorities, stakeholder communication and the way the project manager translates and combining all the elements for the overall effective management and execution of a project
Project finalisation, reviews and learning for the next project

Course Duration

This course is designed to be completed within 12 months however Monarch’s training plan allows you to take up to 24 months. You’re expected to complete at least one module every six months.

There is no minimum timeframe to complete this course. Students who are highly motivated and well organised can complete the full course at an accelerated pace.

The key factors that influence course completion are a student’s experience, time availability, how fast they work and how committed they are!

How it works

More than online

You’ll get:

Easy-to-follow course materials
Videos and webinars
Access and use Microsoft Project (only available for PC users)
Heaps of support from your course trainers (phone, email, Zoom)
A dedicated admin team on hand to guide you
Online assessments
Student Facebook group

How does it work?

This course has been developed to give you absolute flexibility. Study on your couch, on public transport, on your break at work, out in the park – wherever and whenever you like. The best part is, with Monarch Institute, ‘online’ doesn’t mean ‘alone’. You’ll be backed by our trainers at every step along the way.

What support will I get?

Your trainer will be happy to contact you via phone, Zoom, TeamViewer, or email (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm). So you definitely won’t feel alone. You’ll also have access to our student Facebook groups, so you can discuss the material with other students. It’s a handy way to stay in touch with trainers and others in the same course.

Course Price

Upfront payment

$3,100

The most cost-effective option. Pay up front and save 20% compared to the total payment plan. Payment options include electronic funds transfer (EFT), credit card (Mastercard or Visa), cheque or cash.

Payment plan

$143.08 per week, paid over 26 weeks (total $3,720)

This option is suitable for students wanting to manage their cash flow. It’s handy if you want to get started right away, but don’t have the full amount on hand. Payment must be made with MasterCard or Visa.

*Fees and units are subject to change.

Government funding

If you live in Victoria, Monarch Institute has government funded places.

To see if you are eligible for a government funded place, please click here to see the criteria. Or get in touch with one of our friendly course consultants.

Meet your trainers

Industry experts and thought leaders.

Gary Hatfield
Trainer “If the pictures aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough.”
- Robert Capa

For many years, I’ve worked in IT, moving from applications to data management. I’ve created and taught IT courses and developed some on the management of IT projects. That’s when I discovered project management and soon realised that there are many people managing projects, but very few who know what they are supposed to be doing.

I believe that those who know much about managing their projects are still a minority; and if you really understand project management, you can achieve so much more in satisfying stakeholders and delivering benefits. Project management is complex and rewarding.

I am a fellow of the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) and a member and active participant in several professional associations.

What makes me jump out of bed each morning?

I need to keep learning new concepts and new ways of achieving. Oh, and I love good wine and good coffee!

Terrena Hooper
“If Opportunity doesn’t Knock, Build a Door.”
- Milton Berle

I have 15+ years experience managing HR, IT, and marketing projects across a variety of industry sectors, including government, retail, aged care, hospitals, mining, education, hospitality, facilities management and, most recently, associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. I’ve also led Australia-wide, APAC regional and global projects within the past 7 years as a senior manager in one of the world’s largest organisations. I taught vocational and university-level Project Management for over 10 years and is a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) and Association for Talent Development (ATD). I also have 7 years experience as a HR Specialist and HR Senior Leader in the 20th Largest Organisation in the world (from 2012-2019)