Advanced Diploma of Program Management (RPL Only)

BSB60720

Advanced Diploma of Program Management

The Advanced Diploma of Program Management provides experienced program and portfolio management professionals with the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).This qualification enables you to have your expertise formally recognised without the need for classroom-based study.

This recognition-only pathway is designed for professionals who have developed extensive experience leading complex programs, portfolios and strategic initiatives and can demonstrate their competency through workplace evidence, prior learning and professional achievements.

The qualification recognises the advanced skills required to plan, lead and manage program functions, while maintaining accountability for strategic outcomes, team performance and organisational success. It provides formal recognition of the knowledge and capabilities developed throughout your career and demonstrates your ability to operate at a senior program management level.

Convert your experience into a nationally recognised qualification and strengthen your professional standing as a program management leader.

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Overview

Course Fees

$5,490 AUD
Duration

18 months
Delivery

Individual Students – Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

More about the course

$5,490 AUD

Flexible Payment Plan Options are available.
It is recommended that students purchase the textbook ‘Program Management’ by Michel Thiry (2015)

Course Duration

The estimated time to complete the course is:

10 hours per week over a study period up to 18 months.
Students can complete in a much shorter time depending on experience, role, and/or current practices.
Please note this is an RPL course only.

Entry Requirements

We have made this program accessible to as many suitable candidates as possible. You will need to:

Hold BSB50920 Diploma of Project Management (or superseded equivalent versions); OR
Two (2) years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in a senior project or program management role in an enterprise.

And we recommend that you have:

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Appropriate technology to study online and the motivation to learn independently.

Refer to our Admission, Enrolment, Withdrawal and Cancellation Policy for course entry and completion requirements.

Delivery Options

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Outcomes Future Jobs Recognition Units

Graduate Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to:

integrate a number of projects to achieve planned business outcomes and value enhancements
ensure there is effective governance and sponsorship in place to facilitate the conversion of business strategy into the realisation of benefits
plan the selection and development of staff to meet the requirements of a significant program of works
ensure effective identification of uncertainty and ambiguity, and develop strategies for management of risk across projects, programs, operations and portfolio
develop and monitor program schedules and budgets to meet the organisation’s business plan
provide leadership in the identification, assessment and management of risk and opportunities
ensure effective communication between the various stakeholders in the program of works
oversee the management of strategic procurement and contracts
mitigate the more complex problems encountered by project teams
manage the client and stakeholders, and their expectations.

Future Job Outcomes

Portfolio Program Manager
Senior Program Manager
Program Delivery Manager
Agile Program Director.

Industry Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training (NRT)

BSB61218 Advanced Diploma of Program Management is a NRT Qualification recognised across Australia.
On successful recognition of your experience against the 12 units of competency in this course, you will be issued with an Australian Qualification Framework (AQF6) Qualification and Record of Results.
Successful attainment of the Advanced Diploma Program Management will allow for credit in AQF qualifications in accordance with relevant training package rules and recognition requirements.

Project Management Institute (PMI®)

Certified Project Management Professionals (PMP®) with the Project Management Institute (PMI®), may be eligible to apply for Professional Development Units on completion of the Advanced Diploma of Project Management.^

^Pathways are subject to acceptance/approval and fees apply.

Units of Competency

You must be able to show evidence of prior knowledge against the following 12 units of competency to successfully attain this qualification.

BSBLDR601 Lead and manage organisational change

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage organisational change.

BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence

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.

BSBPMG537 Manage project procurement

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake procurement in projects.

BSBPMG631 Manage program delivery

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage program delivery. It ensures that the program is moving towards the accomplishment of it’s vision and the attainment of its expected benefits.

BSBPMG632 Manage program risk

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage risks that might affect program deliverables and organisational objectives. It covers directing the planning and management of program risks, managing risks to the overall program and assessing risk management outcomes for the program and the organisation.

BSBPMG633 Provide leadership for the program

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide leadership for the program. It covers leadership strategies to motivate and inspire individuals and organisations to work constructively toward attainment of program benefits through consolidating program vision, managing risks and supporting staff.

BSBPMG634 Facilitate stakeholder engagement

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to facilitate stakeholder engagement in a program. It includes working with stakeholders through effective communication to achieve desired program benefits.

BSBPMG635 Implement program governance

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and implement governance requirements to ensure effective program management. It includes implementing systems and processes for decision-making, management systems, compliance and program support.

BSBPMG636 Manage Benefits

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the attainment of program benefits. It includes ensuring that benefits are identified and realised when and as expected.

AHCBUS615 Implement a monitoring, evaluation and reporting program

This unit 0f competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement a monitoring, evaluation and reporting program.

BSBPMG630 Enable program execution

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish parameters and enable a program to be undertaken effectively. It includes establishing both what the program will accomplish and how it will do so.

PSPMGT006 Develop a business case

This unit describes the skills required to perform market analysis, development and cost options, and justify for a recommended business solution.

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