Project Management
Understand the project life cycle and gain skills for successful project delivery Enquire NowProject Management
Understand the project life cycle and gain skills for successful project delivery Enquire NowFACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND DESIGN
Recommended Background
No specific experience required.
University Entrance (or equivalent) required for admission.
Duration
12 Weeks
Next Start Dates
2026
Semester Two: 20 July
Applications close one week before the course start date.
Domestic Fees
TBC
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Why is this course right for you?
Project Management is available as a standalone online course in July 2026. Whether you’re exploring your next move or not yet ready to commit to a full masters programme, this course gives you a practical, credit-bearing option with the flexibility to continue into the full degree later.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will:
- be awarded with 15 credit points from the University of Auckland
- have the option to take your credit into the Master of Engineering Management, Master of Engineering Project Management or other relevant degrees (time limits and entry criteria apply).
Course Summary
- Acquire an introduction to managing projects across various settings.
- Understand the project life cycle and gain skills for successful project delivery.
- Apply project management principles, concepts, tools, and techniques.
- Develop skills to become an effective project manager.
Course Structure
Take advantage of a fully online course that accommodates your schedule. Weekly live sessions are recorded and available for you to work through at your own pace. Online forums provide support and guidance with technical learning and the real world application of theoretical principles. Other teaching and learning methods include self-directed research, online feedback from staff and peer to peer learning.
You will be assessed through a combination of activities that address the course learning objectives, including quizzes and individual projects.
The Project Management CoP contributes to:
Postgraduate
Master of Engineering Management
Duration: 2 years part-time study
Start Dates: 2 March 2026 and 20 July 2026
Postgraduate
Master of Engineering Project Management
Duration: 2 years part-time study
Start Dates: 2 March 2026 and 20 July 2026
Frequently asked questions about this course
What are the entry requirements?
To be admitted to the Certificate of Proficiency you must meet the requirements to study at a New Zealand University (e.g. through University Entrance or an alternative entrance pathway).
Only available to NZ citizens and permanent residents over 20 years old.
What is a Certificate of Proficiency (CoP)?
A Certificate of Proficiency (CoP) is a course-only study option that allows you to take a course at the University of Auckland, without studying a full programme. It is a good option for those who want to study short-term or to test whether a subject is something they wish to pursue more of in the future.
Does the course enable me to take further study at the University?
If you decide to progress your studies further towards a full qualification, you can apply to reassign the points from your CoP to the Master of Engineering Management, Master of Engineering Project Management, Master of Civil Engineering or other relevant degrees (entry criteria and time limits apply).
Do I get a certificate at the end?
As a Certificate of Proficiency is not a formal qualification, you will not be able to graduate with it or receive a graduation certificate. Your results will be recorded on your official academic transcript, providing evidence of your study.
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