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BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
A successful project relies on the effectiveness of the entire project team. If you want to get a firm grasp of the principles of project management, this practical qualification will boost your confidence and help you become a vital part of any project team. Based around an industry leading project management methodology (PMBoK®), AIM’s BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice is the perfect way to learn project management skills that can be used in a wide variety of contexts.
Students who successfully complete this AIPM Endorsed qualification and join AIPM as an Associate or Member are eligible for automatic recognition for certification at Certified Practising Project Practitioner (CPPP) level.
Who should undertake this qualification?
Suitable for any industry or sector, this qualification will prepare you to become more involved in workplace projects by teaching you how to apply a recognised project management methodology. Offering a thorough grounding in project management, this qualification is great for members of project teams with no direct responsibility for overall project outcomes or small business operators.
Possible career outcomes*
Potential career pathways for graduates of this qualification include roles such as a Contracts Officer or Project Administrator. Previous graduates of this program have gone on to roles ranging from clerical and administrative positions through to professional and management roles across a wide variety of industries including Public Administration and Safety, Construction and Professional, Scientific and Technical Services.
*(As per data from the Australian Government Department of Education and Training as well as the National Centre for Vocational Education Research).
Units of Competency
These units of competency have been developed in consultation with industry experts along with our facilitators who draw upon real-life case studies and examples to ensure the knowledge you gain is practical and applicable to your role.
Core unit overview
- BSBPMG420 Apply project scope management techniques – identify objectives, deliverables, constraints, assumptions and outcomes, and apply controls.
- BSBPMG421 Apply project time management techniques – develop, maintain and evaluate project schedules.
- BSBPMG422 Apply project quality management techniques – contribute to quality planning, procedures and continuous improvement to enhance project outcomes.
Pre-selected elective unit overview
- BSBPMG423 Apply project cost management techniques – assist in producing a project budget, monitor expenditure and contribute to cost finalisation.
- BSBPMG424 Apply project human resources management approaches – understand staffing requirements, identify training needs and resolve conflict.
- BSBPMG425 Apply project information management and communications techniques – provide a critical link between people and information at all stages of the project.
- BSBPMG426 Apply project risk management techniques – plan for risk, control risk and review associated outcomes.
- BSBPMG427 Apply project procurement procedures – identify procurement requirements, supplier selection, and conduct procurement and finalisation activities.
- BSBPMG429 Apply project stakeholder engagement techniques – ensure timely involvement of key stakeholders throughout the project.
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Additional Information
Completing the BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice gives you the opportunity to explore further qualification opportunities such as the BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management.
For more information, speak to one of our Senior Training Advisors on 1300 658 337.
Entry requirements – To enrol in this course, you must be 18 years of age at time of enrolment; and demonstrate during the enrolment process that you have the skills and capability to succeed in the course as described in the Student Entry Criteria. Students are required to have a unique email address and a USI – unique student identifier. To succeed in this course, you should have an education level of year 10 (or equivalent) or Certificate III – if not, you will need to meet the requirements in the admissions checklist, experience in the project management work environment and access to a workplace, be technologically literate with the ability to use word processing applications, have continuous internet access, be proficient in English – if English is not your first language, receive a satisfactory assessment in core LLN skills assessment.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) - Recognition of skills and knowledge gained through previous studies, work and life experiences may be used to award competency for Units of Competency within this qualification. Read more on Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer or call 1300 658 337.
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Payment Options - Complete the enquiry form below or call 1300 658 337 to learn more about the following payment options and tuition fees.
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