Develop your skills as an innovative and adaptive project manager, capable of managing complex project constraints and responding effectively to rapid change.
'What's great about QUT is the core contact hours are after work so I'm able to do almost a full day of work and then come in for my study. I also travel a lot for work and QUT has been really great at being flexible and allowing me to do what I need to do and still do well in my study.'
Madison Simpson-Treichal Master of Project Management
'QUT’s project management qualification is transdisciplinary, and we’re seeing more professionals use the qualification to advance their career, change sectors or improve their employability. Students will engage with industry practitioners and academics who are experts in their field.'
'The global demand for project managers is growing, and the future of project management is incredibly exciting, driven by innovation, collaboration, and the integration of emerging technologies like AI and machine learning.'
Kayla Bolton, Group General Manager, Property, Uniting Care Queensland Master of Project Management
'Our on-campus Master of Project Management offers specialist study areas in Engineering, IT and Systems, Business, Health Management and Emergency and Disaster Management, and a general project management stream for those who do not wish to select a specialisation.'
‘While I studied a Master of Project Management at QUT, there was a position open at Wagners to work for the Cross River Rail Tunnel Segments Project as quality control inspector. Once I finished my studies, Wagners offered me the opportunity to be a project manager for them, which was the perfect time to apply what I learnt at QUT. I’m so grateful that QUT led me to this opportunity and connected me with the PMI Queensland chapter which has been the best place for me to learn from the project management community in Queensland.’
Maria Gatica Aranguiz Master of Project Management
'What's great about QUT is the core contact hours are after work so I'm able to do almost a full day of work and then come in for my study. I also travel a lot for work and QUT has been really great at being flexible and allowing me to do what I need to do and still do well in my study.'
Madison Simpson-Treichal Master of Project Management
'QUT’s project management qualification is transdisciplinary, and we’re seeing more professionals use the qualification to advance their career, change sectors or improve their employability. Students will engage with industry practitioners and academics who are experts in their field.'
'The global demand for project managers is growing, and the future of project management is incredibly exciting, driven by innovation, collaboration, and the integration of emerging technologies like AI and machine learning.'
Kayla Bolton, Group General Manager, Property, Uniting Care Queensland Master of Project Management
'Our on-campus Master of Project Management offers specialist study areas in Engineering, IT and Systems, Business, Health Management and Emergency and Disaster Management, and a general project management stream for those who do not wish to select a specialisation.'
‘While I studied a Master of Project Management at QUT, there was a position open at Wagners to work for the Cross River Rail Tunnel Segments Project as quality control inspector. Once I finished my studies, Wagners offered me the opportunity to be a project manager for them, which was the perfect time to apply what I learnt at QUT. I’m so grateful that QUT led me to this opportunity and connected me with the PMI Queensland chapter which has been the best place for me to learn from the project management community in Queensland.’
Maria Gatica Aranguiz Master of Project Management
'I chose the QUT Master of Project Management course because it had accreditation from the Australian Institute of Project Management and followed the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®). QUT has a world-recognised reputation in project management and I’m now confident that I've equipped myself with the skills and knowledge that will make me more attractive to potential employers and significantly broaden my career horizons.'
Purevdorj Ochirbat, Mongolia Master of Project Management graduate
'QUT’s project management qualification is transdisciplinary, and we’re seeing more professionals use the qualification to advance their career, change sectors or improve their employability. Students will engage with industry practitioners and academics who are experts in their field.'
‘While I studied a Master of Project Management at QUT, there was a position open at Wagners to work for the Cross River Rail Tunnel Segments Project as quality control inspector. Once I finished my studies, Wagners offered me the opportunity to be a project manager for them, which was the perfect time to apply what I learnt at QUT. I’m so grateful that QUT led me to this opportunity and connected me with the PMI Queensland chapter which has been the best place for me to learn from the project management community in Queensland.’
Maria Gatica Aranguiz Master of Project Management
'QUT really is a university for the real world. The assignments and case studies part of the curriculum all related to real life scenarios and teaching us how to resolve them. For example, I worked on a medical project pertaining to market studies on 3D printed cardiovascular stents. Sustainability was one of the key aspects of our project as we had to provide a management solution to develop and bring to existence a sustainable, economical and functional stent. I worked with professors who were passionate too in bringing this technology to the market.'
Manish Parla Jayakumar Combined Master of Engineering Management and Project Management student
Tailor your learning outcomes to your profession with our specialised study areas in Engineering, Business, Health Management, Emergency & Disaster Management, and Information Technology & Systems.
Achieve a balance of work and study with your core university contact hours scheduled after business hours and the convenience of our CBD location.
Benefit from the diverse, rich experiences of guest lecturers from different industries who will boost your expertise in driving project performance
Enjoy a supportive on-campus learning experience that fosters strong, direct connections with industry leaders, your teaching team, and likeminded peers who are predominantly already employed in industry
A world leader in project management education, QUT’s Project Managment Academy delivers project management consultancy and training to multi-national companies around the world.
This degree is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM).
Engage in open innovation activities and knowledge sharing through our Innovation Hub – a dedicated space designed for student collaboration.
Australia has the second highest project management practitioner median salary globally, with projected job growth of 9.3% over the next five years (SEEK, 2023).
Highlights
This degree is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM).
Tailor your learning outcomes to your profession with our specialised study areas in engineering, business, health management, emergency and disaster management, and information technology.
Benefit from the diverse, rich experiences of guest lecturers from different industries who will boost your expertise in driving project performance.
Enjoy a supportive on-campus learning experience that fosters strong, direct connections with industry leaders, your teaching team, and likeminded peers who are predominantly already employed in industry.
QUT’s Project Managment Academy is a world leader in project management education and delivers project management consultancy and training to multi-national companies around the world.
Engage in open activities and knowledge sharing through our Innovation Hub – a dedicated space designed for student collaboration.
Why choose this course?
If you want to develop advanced discipline knowledge and skills to lead and project manage projects of different scale and complexity in diverse work settings and develop a project management career in project, program, or portfolio level, then this is the right course for you.
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What to expect
The Master of Project Management is a postgraduate degree consisting of 144 credit points and is normally completed in 1.5 years of full-time study.
Admission requirements include a completed recognised bachelor degree in project management or related discipline; or a completed recognised bachelor degree in any other discipline and six months full-time (or equivalent) professional project management work experience.
Related disciplines include engineering, built environment, architecture, business, information technology and health management.
The Master of Project Management is a postgraduate degree consisting of 144 credit points and is normally completed in 1.5 years of full-time study or the equivalent part-time study.
Admission requirements include a completed recognised bachelor degree in project management or related discipline; or a completed recognised bachelor degree in any other discipline and six months full-time (or equivalent) professional project management work experience.
Related disciplines include engineering, built environment, architecture, business, information technology, health management.
Complete two master degrees in two years
Our combined masters package allows you to complete two masters degrees in just two years. Choose to study BN87 Master of Engineering Management and PM20 Master of Project Management in two years.
Careers and outcomes
Careers and outcomes
Upon graduating, you will have the necessary expertise to take on managerial roles in projects of your chosen field or industry. You will have acquired professional experience which will enable you to manage project goals within constraints, and contribute to strategic decision making through understanding a range of specialty areas relevant to project management.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited by the Global Accreditation Centre for Project Management Education Programs (GAC) of the Project Management Institute (PMI) and endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM).
Early exit
Early exit option with the Graduate Certificate of Project Management (PM15) degree on completion of the required four units.
Research pathways
Graduates may be eligible for discipline relevant doctoral level studies.
Possible careers
Business analyst
Change management specialist
Portfolio leader
Portfolio manager
Program manager
Project contract manager
Project liaison officer
Project manager
Quality control manager
Risk manager
Details and units
The Master of Project Management is designed around a set of core project management topics that underpin the knowledge required for the more advanced discipline units. The course will provide you with the critical skills to apply advanced knowlege of contemporary project management research and practice and creatively solve complex project management problems. You will learn to communicate effectively within various social, cultural and professional contexts across and within stakeholder and discipline groups. You will demonstrate leadership, effective management and coordination of project teams and be able to work independently,ethically and collaboratively. Your skills and knowledge are developed though the advanced discipline and Project Investigation units.
To meet the course requirements for the Master in Project Management you are required to complete 144 credit points comprising:
48 credit points of core foundation units in project management
72 credit points of advanced core units in project management including 36 credit point research component
a 24 credit point Minor or 24 credit points selected from Project Management General Unit Options
Pathways to further study
The QUT Master of Project Management is located at Level 9 of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Graduates may be eligible for discipline relevant doctoral level studies.
The Master of Project Management is designed around a set of core project management topics that underpin the knowledge required for the more advanced discipline units. The course will provide you with the critical skills to apply advanced knowlege of contemporary project management research and practice and creatively solve complex project management problems. You will learn to communicate effectively within various social, cultural and professional contexts across and within stakeholder and discipline groups. You will demonstrate leadership, effective management and coordination of project teams and be able to work independently, ethically and collaboratively. Your skills and knowledge are developed though the advanced discipline and 'Project Investigation' units.
To meet the course requirements for the Master in Project Management you are required to complete 144 credit points comprising:
48 credit points of core foundation units in project management
72 credit points of advanced core units in project management including 36 credit point research component
a 24 credit point Minor or 24 credit points selected from Project Management General Unit Options
Pathways to further study
The QUT Master of Project Management is located at Level 9 of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Graduates may be eligible for discipline relevant doctoral level studies.
Combined masters package for international students
If you are admitted to Master of Engineering Management and Master of Project Management package, you can progress to the second degree on completion of the first.
You will receive an award for each degree completed.
Refer to the Master of Project Management full-time one-year course structure for unit details.
Requirements
Course code
PM20
CRICOS code
084927B
Delivery
Gardens Point
Delivery
Gardens Point
Duration
1 - 1.5 years full-time
2 - 3 years part-time
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Entry
February and July
Entry
February and July
Entry requirements
1.5 year program
You must have:
A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in architecture, built environment, business, engineering, health management, information technology, or project management; or
A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline followed byat least 6 months full-time (or equivalent) professional project management work experience.
1 year program
You must have:
A recognised graduate diploma (or higher) in architecture, built environment, business, engineering, health management, information technology, or project management; or
A recognised bachelor honours degree in architecture, built environment, business, engineering, health management, information technology, or project management; or
A recognised bachelor honours degree (or higher) in any other discipline followed by at least six months full time (or equivalent) professional project management work experience; or
A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline plus a recognised graduate certificate in architecture, built environment, business, engineering, health management, information technology, or project management.
A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in architecture, built environment, business, engineering, health management, information technology, or project management; or
A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline followed byat least 6 months full-time (or equivalent) professional project management work experience.
1 year program
You must have:
A recognised graduate diploma (or higher) in architecture, built environment, business, engineering, health management, information technology, or project management; or
A recognised bachelor honours degree in architecture, built environment, business, engineering, health management, information technology, or project management; or
A recognised bachelor honours degree (or higher) in any other discipline followed by at least six months full time (or equivalent) professional project management work experience; or
A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline plus a recognised graduate certificate in architecture, built environment, business, engineering, health management, information technology, or project management.
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Please select a country
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
English Test
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
Overall
6.5
Listening
6
Reading
6
Writing
6
Speaking
6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
Overall
176
Listening
169
Reading
169
Writing
169
Speaking
169
PTE Academic
Overall
58
Listening
50
Reading
50
Writing
50
Speaking
50
TOEFL iBT
Overall
79
Listening
16
Reading
16
Writing
21
Speaking
18
English Test
Overall
Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
6.5
6
6
6
6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Advanced standing
Are you an experienced Project Management Professional? Your work experience and professional certification can be considered for reducing your course duration.
If you have successfully completed the QUT Project Management Open CPE Modules (including assessment) you are eligible for advanced standing (course credit) upon gaining entry into the Master of Project Management.
If you have completed QUT's Graduate Certificate of Project Management you will receive 48 credit points of advanced standing (course credit) upon entry, reducing the course duration to one year.
Fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2026 fees
2026: Fee available from July
2026 fees
2026: Fee available from July
2025 fees
2025: $31,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $41,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
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