BSB40920 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
Qualification: BSB40920 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
Qualification CRICOS Code: 109074K
Entry Requirement:
There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Datum College requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6.0 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Datum College is able to provide.
- Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
- Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
- Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.
Please Note: All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Datum College to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Datum College.
Total Core Units: 3
Total Electives Units: 6
Mode of Delivery: Face to face (blended)
Location of course:
Melbourne : 11 – 17 Jeffcott Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003
289 – 293 Barkly Street, Footscray VIC 3011
Sydney : Level 4, 579 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007
Course Fees:
Total Course Fee: AUD 6,500
Tuition Fee: AUD 6,000
Material Fee: AUD 250
Application Fee: AUD 250 (non-refundable)
Total Course Duration: 26 weeks, including 22 study weeks and 4 weeks of holidays.
Pathways:
Once students have successfully completed BSB40920 Certificate IV in project Management Practice, they can apply for various roles across positions within the project management sectors including but are not limited to Project administrator, Project Coordinator, Project Officer, Project Analyst, Project Officer, Project Records Officer.
The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management
- Other Diplomas or Advanced Diplomas in related fields such as business and/or management subject to meeting entry requirements of the intended qualification.
Course Structure:
A total of 9 Units (3 Core and 6 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 9 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.
| Code | Title | Core/ Elective |
| BSBPMG420 | Apply project scope management techniques | Core |
| BSBPMG421 | Apply project time management techniques | Core |
| BSBPMG422 | Apply project quality management techniques | Core |
| BSBPMG423 | Apply project cost management techniques | Elective |
| BSBPMG426 | Apply project risk management techniques | Elective |
| BSBPMG429 | Apply project stakeholder engagement techniques | Elective |
| BSBCRT411 | Apply critical thinking to work practices | Elective |
| BSBPEF402 | Develop personal work priorities | Elective |
| BSBTEC404 | Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment | Elective |
Assessment Methodology
Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Report writing
- Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
Facilities and Resources
Your classes will be conducted in modern classrooms, and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study. You will be provided with a Student Guide relevant to each unit in your course. Recommended textbooks are also available onsite for you to use and borrow if you wish. You may also purchase these textbooks if you require.
The recommended textbook for this course is:
Project Management in Practice CIV and Diploma - by Neil Pearson Dr (Author), Erik W. Larson (Author), Clifford F. Gray (Author)
Further Information
For all further details, please refer to International Student Handbook available on www.datum.edu.au for all related policies and procedures and other important information related to international students including living cost, life and study in Melbourne, etc.
Please contact the Administration Manager at admin@datum.edu.au or at +61 (3) 9958 6666 for further information.

