Graduate Certificate Information Technology Full Time

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Project Management

at Victoria University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

105140D

CRICOS provider code

00124K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

26 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$18,200 total

Per year

A$36,400/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

Victoria University's Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Project Management is designed for those looking to specialise in the planning, leadership and delivery of IT projects. Over 26 weeks, students focus on both the theoretical frameworks and practical skills needed to oversee IT projects in diverse settings. Topics include project planning and control, risk management, agile and traditional methodologies, as well as communication and leadership in IT contexts.

Australian graduate certificates are structured around a series of focused units of study; at Victoria University, these units usually carry credit points that can be counted towards further postgraduate qualifications. The teaching draws on industry case studies and may involve group projects, simulating the kinds of teamwork and reporting expected in the workplace. Assessment tasks mirror real IT project work, such as preparing project charters or developing schedules.

Students gain experience in stakeholder engagement, change and risk management, as well as the use of key industry tools and standards such as PRINCE2 or PMBOK. This course suits IT professionals aiming to move into project management, as well as recent graduates seeking to gain targeted skills relevant to the Australian tech sector. It is offered at Victoria University in Melbourne, a city with a thriving technology and start-up scene, giving students opportunities to connect with local industry and professional bodies during their studies.

International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during the course, and graduates may be eligible for Australia’s Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to gain further work experience in Australia. It’s important to confirm specific entry requirements and credit details directly with the university.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

IT Project Manager
Project Coordinator in technology firms
Business Analyst (IT projects)
IT Consultant
Roles in Melbourne's ICT, finance, healthcare, education, and start-up sectors

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Project Management at Victoria University?

It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$18,200 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

IT Project ManagerProject Coordinator in technology firmsBusiness Analyst (IT projects)IT ConsultantRoles in Melbourne's ICT, finance, healthcare, education, and start-up sectors

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