BSB50820 · AQF Level 5
Diploma of Project Management
The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management is Australia's nationally recognised vocational qualification for project managers. It covers the full project lifecycle — from scope and scheduling through to risk, governance, and stakeholder engagement. Recognised across all sectors, including government, construction, IT, and defence.
- Qualification code
- BSB50820
- AQF level
- Level 5
- Duration
- 12 months
- Delivery
- Online, Blended
- Price range
- From $2,500
What you'll learn
- Defining and managing project scope
- Project scheduling and time management
- Budget and cost management
- Stakeholder engagement and communication
- Risk identification and management
- Project governance and reporting
- Procurement and contractor management
Career outcomes
Typical roles held by graduates of the Diploma of Project Management. Salary ranges sourced from SEEK Salary Insights 2025.
Project Manager
$95,000–$140,000
Project Coordinator
$70,000–$95,000
Program Support Officer
$65,000–$85,000
Project Lead
$85,000–$115,000
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements. Most students have experience working in a project team or coordination role. RTOs may ask for a resume or work history to confirm suitability for the qualification level.
RPL available for this qualification
Experienced project managers with 3+ years of delivery experience may be eligible for RPL. If you've managed projects but don't hold a formal qualification, RPL may provide a pathway to recognition based on your existing skills.
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