Master of Project Management (MPM)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5289
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Project Management.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale and at least two years of relevant work experience OR Graduate Diploma in Project Management with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 25300
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
UQ Business School
Email: postgrad_enquiries@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 8101
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5289
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Project Management.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale and at least two years of relevant work experience OR Graduate Diploma in Project Management with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
CRICOS Code: 040499C
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 30800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Master of Project Management?
Project management is the discipline of organizing and managing resources in such a way that they deliver all the work required to complete a project within defined scope, time, cost and quality constraints within acceptable levels of risk. Project managers can be found in all industries. The postgraduate programs in project management at the University of Queensland are based on the nine, core knowledge areas of the international institutes of project management. Students are introduced to the principles and applications of project management in asset and operations mode. They also have the option to undertake an industry mentored research project. Graduates of the program demonstrate a strong understanding of the background, principles and applications of project management.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Project Management.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale and at least two years of relevant work experience OR Graduate Diploma in Project Management with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
Additional application information
Semester 2 entry available for part time domestic students only.
The majority of courses are offered late afternoon/early evening, with some courses offered in intensive mode.
Apply online
Apply online to the Master of Project Management.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale and at least two years of relevant work experience OR Graduate Diploma in Project Management with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 040499C
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 25300
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 30800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Master of Project Management
Careers
Graduates of this program will have obtained a qualification which can enhance their employment prospects in the field of project management.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Australian Institute of Project Management
Accreditation body
- Australian Institute Of Project Management
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Master of Project Management
To complete the Master of Project Management, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #24 from the MPM list comprising -
- #14 from part A; and
- either -
- #10 from part B; or
- #10 from one field of study in part C.
Refer to the MPM Rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Project Management.
Program Rules for the Master of Project Management
Early exit points
Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:
