- 0.5 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Online
- Feb, May, Sep
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- AUD 15,880
- (Indicative annual fee)
Overview
- Are you ready to elevate your business leadership and project management skills? Discover how to drive and implement innovative ideas within a business context.
- Explore topics such as understanding the entrepreneurial mindset, harnessing creativity as an entrepreneurial technique, fostering innovation, developing viable business models, aligning sales strategies and integrating AI in entrepreneurship.
- Study courses with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation and creativity, working with diverse stakeholders and managing uncertainty in a changing project management landscape.
- Engage in practical exercise, case studies and interactive discussions to enhance your ability to critically analyse and apply theoretical knowledge in project management, communicate complex ideas and strategically solve problems.
- Choose an elective course from one of six specialisations (construction management, digital construction, health, information systems, professional practice or public administration) or opt for the general pathway and select any postgraduate business course to allow your skill set to remain broad and applicable to a range of industries and career opportunities.
- Benefit from a flexible, career-focused qualification that supports your professional development. This graduate certificate is one of three that can be stacked together to form the Master of Organisational Project Management.
Take on the opportunities
My biggest piece of advice would be to take on the opportunities and the study that you think you probably won't have time for, you'll find a way to make that work.
Rach - Business
Career outcomes
Be equipped to lead and manage complex projects across diverse industries such as agriculture, construction, engineering, manufacturing, mining, IT, and finance. As a graduate, you apply for jobs as a:
- project manager
- project business analyst
- project coordinator
- innovation manager
- corporate strategy manager
- transformation lead
- research and development manager.
Professional accreditation
UniSQ is seeking endorsement by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) for this degree
What you'll study
To graduate from the Graduate Certificate of Project Management (Leading Business Innovation), you must successfully complete 4 units of study.
Degree structure
A postgraduate university degree typically comprises of advanced coursework and research opportunities, allowing you to deepen your expertise in a specific field while building upon foundational knowledge.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Other study options
At UniSQ, we support busy, modern learners wanting to start or progress in their careers. Whatever your goals, we offer flexible study options such as opportunities to upskill without committing to a full degree.
Discover UniSQ’s industry-driven short courses.
This degree is a part of an innovative, stackable Master of Organisational Project Management.
In addition to successfully completing the Graduate Certificate of Project Management (Leading Business Innovation), you’ll need to study the Graduate Certificate of Project Management (Enhancing Business Performance) and Graduate Certificate of Project Management (Delivering Business Strategy), to gain the Master of Organisational Project Management.
Entry requirements
There are many ways to be considered for entry into a UniSQ degree based on your education, work experience and relevant personal attributes. You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this postgraduate degree.
- Completion of an Australian-university bachelor degree, or equivalent, in any area
or - a minimum of three years of professional work experience, or equivalent.
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 6.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (4 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
Payment options
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. FEE-HELP is a government loan scheme that allows you to defer payment until your income reaches a certain threshold. Find out if you are eligible for FEE-HELP.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Services Australia.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.
ApplyYou can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.
| Study period | Application closing date | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 10 February | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 26 May | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
| Trimester 3, 2025 | Monday 8 September | Monday 1 September | Monday 8 September |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 16 February | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
More information on application key dates is available.
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
The entry requirements for your degree will provide you with details regarding the documentation to provide. These may include:
- interviews and selection criteria
- CV/resume or LinkedIn profile
- referee reports.
After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. You will be notified via email the outcome of your application within 10 business days.
Follow the link in your email from UniSQ or log in to the application portal to accept your offer.
Find out more
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Frequently asked questions
Yes! UniSQ provides you with the flexibility to study our Graduate Certificate of Project Management (Leading Business Innovation) online. Your online project management degree can be tailored to your individual needs, allowing you to experience the same level of support and opportunity as on-campus students.
Studying online allows you to fit study into your life and access learning resources, forums, assessment information and study support from wherever you are.
So why study a business degree online at UniSQ?
- We have 40+ years of experience delivering flexible study options via online learning.
- You won’t be alone – over 75% of UniSQ students choose to study online.
- Visit your online classroom anywhere, anytime, 24/7.
- We know what we’re doing! UniSQ’s fastest growing cohort is online.
When you study a Graduate Certificate of Project Management (Leading Business Innovation) at UniSQ, you’ll be part of an inclusive and diverse learning environment that will challenge you intellectually while supporting you to meet your professional goals.
Gain a strong start to your project management career with UniSQ.
- UniSQ is rated 5/5 stars for student to teacher ratio.*
- We are rated 5/5 stars for postgraduate starting salary.*
- UniSQ is rated #1 in Queensland for business and management graduates in full-time employment.*
* (Good Universities Guide, 2025)
