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In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely.
This course will be available for students to study remotely during 2022 if they are unable to undertake face-to-face study. Please note that some units of study that are not essential to completing the degree may not be available to be studied remotely. For the latest updates on course availability, visit the COVID-19 information page.
About this course
If you would like to further your career in project leadership through a short course, the Graduate Certificate in Project Leadership will suit you. This course is for experienced project managers and senior managers seeking to develop the critical complex thinking and communication skills required for successful project leadership.
Graduate certificates typically require six months of full time study or one year of part time study, with the option to progress to a master's program. If you enrol in the Graduate Certificate in Project Leadership you may apply to upgrade your award to the Graduate Diploma in Project Management if you maintain a credit average (65 percent or above).
This course does not have a specialisation or major.
For academic requirements check the ‘Admission requirements’ section on this page.
You can apply online via the application portal. When you are ready to apply, select the ‘Apply’ button on this course page. Visit the How to apply page for other important information.
Semester 1 - 31 January of the commencing year
Semester 2 - 15 July of the commencing year
We strongly encourage applicants to apply as early as possible, offers are made on a rolling basis and places are limited. Separate scholarship deadlines apply - check the scholarships website for details.
Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (August)
You can apply online via the application portal. When you are ready to apply, select the ‘Apply’ button on this course page. Visit the How to apply page for other important information.
Semester 1 - 15 January of the commencing year
Semester 2 - 25 June of the commencing year
We strongly encourage international applicants to apply as early as possible to allow time for visa and travel arrangements. Separate scholarship deadlines may apply - check the scholarships website for details.
Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (August)
Candidates for the Graduate Certificate in Project Leadership complete 24 credit points (cp) made up of foundational and specialist units of study, subject to meeting prior learning requirements and timetabling. Candidates may choose to transfer to the Graduate Diploma in Project Leadership to pursue further study, subject to meeting progression requirements.
Classes are generally held in the evening between 6pm and 9pm to accommodate professionals who are employed during the day.
To be eligible for admission, an applicant is required to have:
For qualifications awarded outside Australia, equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution and qualification.
For more information about the University’s credit policy, please see the Credit for Previous Studies page.
