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Certificate IV in Project Management Practice

BSB40920
Next Intake
23 Dec 2024
13 Jan 2025
12-18 Months
100% Online, Self Paced
9 units of competency
No Exams Ever
Start Immediately
Starting at $71p/w
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Course Overview

The BSB40920 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice (Release 1) is ideal for those who enjoy working independently and seek a career in project management. This qualification hones your skills and provides industry knowledge for successful project outcomes, preparing you for roles such as Project Administrator or Contracts Officer in various business settings.

What you'll learn

This qualification comprises units that can give you a broad range of skills that can help you pursue career pathways in project management at a junior-level.

In this course, you'll learn to:

  • Communicate with influence
  • Apply project scope managment techniques
  • Apply project information management and communications techniques
  • Apply project human resources management approaches

Additional skills you'll learn:

  • Effective leadership
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Negotiation
  • Scheduling

Studying with Upskilled

What's Included?

By choosing Upskilled's BSB30120 - Certificate III in Business, you'll gain access to resources that enhance your online learning experience, making it interactive and engaging:

Online Tutorials

Participate in interactive sessions with our trainers to deepen your understanding and enhance your learning experience.

Career Guidance

Benefit from expert career advice provided by our trainers as you study.

LinkedIn Learning

Enjoy access to video tutorials from industry leaders.

MyUpskilled Platform

Access course materials through our customised learning platform.

Student Support

Get help from our dedicated Australian-based support team.

Specialist Trainers

Learn from experts with decades of industry experience.

Modules

To satisfy the requirements of this qualification, you'll need to complete the following units of competency.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use advanced-level critical thinking skills in a workplace context. This includes using methods of analysis, synthesis and evaluation. The unit applies to individuals who evaluate existing or proposed work practices. These individuals are typically responsible for reviewing or developing work processes, products or services that may be proposed or already existing.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to present and negotiate persuasively, lead and participate in meetings and make presentations to customers, clients and other key stakeholders. The unit applies to individuals who are managers and leaders required to identify, analyse, synthesise and act on information from a range of sources, and who deal with unpredictable problems as part of their job role. They use initiative and judgement to organise the work of self and others and plan, evaluate and co-ordinate the work of teams.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the project’s scope by assisting with identifying its objectives, deliverables, constraints, assumptions and outcomes. It also involves applying controls once the project has commenced and contribute to reviewing the suitability of those controls. The unit applies to individuals who support project managers and other team members to apply project scope management techniques.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with project scheduling activities, apply and monitor the agreed project schedule, and evaluate the effectiveness of time management for the project. The unit applies to individuals who are project practitioners working in a project support role.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enhance project outcomes by contributing to quality planning, applying quality policies and procedures, and contributing to continuous improvement in projects. The unit applies to individuals who are project practitioners working in a project support role.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist in producing a project budget, to monitor project expenditure and contribute to cost finalisation processes. The unit applies to individuals who are project practitioners working in a project support role.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a critical link between people, ideas and information at all stages in the project life cycle. It involves assisting the project team to plan communications, communicating information related to the project, and reviewing communications. The unit applies to individuals who are project practitioners working in a project support role.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with aspects of human resources management of a project. It involves establishing human resource requirements, identifying and facilitating the learning and development needs of people working on the project and resolving conflict in the team. The unit applies to individuals who are project practitioners working in a project support role.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace. The unit applies to individuals who are required to identify, analyse, synthesise and act on information from a range of sources and who deal with unpredictable problems as part of their job role. These individuals may be responsible for leading a team or work area.

Career Outcomes

Possible Careers

Students who successfully complete this qualification may be able to pursue the following career outcomes.

Industry Outlook

Discover why business is one of the most dynamic and rewarding fields to pursue a career in:

Productivity

12% Increase

over the next few years
Career Growth

Long Term

for Individuals
Qualifications

14+

Nationally Recognised

Payment Options

Pay Upfront - Save up to 35%
You pay $2975
RRP $4500
Spread the Cost - No Set-up Fee
You pay $71 per week*
*Paid fortnightly or monthly

Government funding

At both a state and federal level, government commitment to upskilling the Australian workforce has resulted in a comprehensive framework of funding schemes and incentive opportunities. As a result, many Upskilled participants are provided incentives by the Government to undertake training and/or find that their courses are heavily subsidised.

Government funding options for:
Certificate IV in Project Management Practice

Major schemes include:


An Upskilled education consultant will contact you within 48 hours

Our Trainers

Upskilled's business trainers are experienced industry professionals dedicated to providing practical, hands-on learning. They are committed to helping students develop the skills needed to succeed in the dynamic and competitive business world.

Hear from our past students

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I had a great experience with the Upskilled team throughout my time with the course. They make all the course work and support easy to access and help is always available when needed.

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How to enrol

Step 1
Fill out the enquiry form or request a callback

A friendly Education Consultant will be in touch to answer all your questions.

Step 2
Complete an enrolment form

Include your details, proof of previous learning, address verification, and preferred payment option to finalise your enrolment.

Step 3
Get started on your new future

We will invite you to an online orientation session and you can get started on your course. 

What you need to know

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the BSB40920 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice course. To ensure you get the most out of your training, the following process applies:

Recommended Skills and Resources:
  • Have the ability to read and write in English and display numeracy skills up to a minimum level of Year 10.
  • Have access to a modern computer with high-speed internet.
  • Have access to a device with audio/video recording and playback capabilities.
  • Have basic computing skills, including the ability to make and upload short videos.

Self-Paced Learning and Course Duration

Upskilled's flexible, self-paced courses let you balance personal and work schedules. With a training plan to keep you on track, most students complete the course in 12-18 months, but motivated learners can finish faster. Speak with an Education Consultant to discuss your study and completion goals.

Assessment

This course will have you undertake summative and formative assessments, write reports and/or create a portfolio, and participate in role-playing scenarios. You'll also be working on a variety of projects that require your own research as well as answering various written/oral questions that apply the theory you learn into practice.

Work in a Simulated Workplace

By studying business with Upskilled, you'll engage in tasks and assessments that simulate a workplace environment. Our online learning platform, MyUpskilled, offers practical experiences to help you develop job-ready skills, complementing the theoretical components of your course.

Recognition of Prior Learning / Credit Transfer

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) with supporting evidence of prior education or work experience. This can reduce your study load or course duration. Speak with your Education Consultant before enrolment for details, or download the application from MyUpskilled after enrolment. A trainer will assess your eligibility.

Dedicated Business Trainers

Our business trainers are dedicated professionals with extensive knowledge and expertise in the field, keeping you updated on the latest industry trends. They offer qualifications in areas such as business administration, management, and finance, providing the guidance you need to excel in the business industry. The business faculty fosters a supportive learning environment with 'Ask Me Anything' Zoom sessions, where you can receive guidance and collaborate with fellow students.

FAQs

Project management refers to the process of applying processes, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific objectives particular to a given project, and contribute to overall business outcomes.

Good project management is the key to achieving stronger results and retaining happier employees. When it’s done right, project management assists organisations in running more smoothly, allowing teams to focus on the work that matters most while saving time and money, and allowing employees to see how their work contributes to the company’s strategic goals.

Project managers are great planners and organisers, but they’re also the all important link between an organisation and the project team, helping to ensure that key goals are achieved. Effective project managers need:

  • The ability to make strategic decisions.
  • Plenty of enthusiasm and motivation.
  • Some experience of managing change and contingency planning.
  • A healthy balance of creativity and logic.

In order to be an effective project manager, it’s important to learn key skills and knowledge, including how to:

  • Communicate with influence
  • Apple project scope management techniques
  • Apply project information management and communications techniques
  • Apply project human resources management strategies
  • Lead effectively

Upskilled’s nationally recognised BSB40920 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice can give you the opportunity to hone your skills and experience to help you pursue career pathways in project management and develop the industry knowledge needed to carry out projects with successful outcomes. 

By successfully completing this project management qualification, you may be able to pursue a career as a:

  • Project Analyst
  • Project Administrator
  • Program Coordinator

You may also be eligible to pursue further education with the following qualifications:

If you want to enrol in the BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice, you'll need to complete an enquiry form and submit via our website. From here, you'll need to provide us with some of your details including your name, best contact number and email address.

You'll also need to share where you're currently at within your career trajectory by answering the question, What best describes you? You'll be required to choose which statement best resonates with you in your current situation. You may be: 
  • Changing careers
  • Looking for a promotion
  • Returning to work
  • Starting your career 
  • Expanding your skill set 
Once you've submitted your enquiry form, one of Upskilled's education consultants will be in touch within 48 hours to contact you further about the project management course. Depending on your current situation related to your career, they'll be asking questions tailored to your situation and how this course can help you pursue your desired outcomes.

You'll also have the opportunity to discuss any questions you may have related to payment options, course eligibility and the possible career options you can pursue. 

If you're happy with your consultation and want to pursue this project management course with Upskilled, your education consultant will send through an enrolment form via email to start the onboarding process.