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Become a Certified Project Manager with a globally recognised project management diploma. Earn three competitive credentials and build job-ready competence across the full end-to-end project life cycle—integrating Agile approaches, practical AI tools, and sustainability practices you can apply immediately with confidence.
According to the PMI’s Talent Gap report, Australia will need to fill approximately 2.3 million new project-oriented roles annually through to 2030. Research shows that 73% of Australian project teams are currently understaffed, creating significant opportunities for qualified project managers. Key sectors driving demand include construction, information and communication technology, mining and resources, and the energy transition, with the Brisbane 2032 Olympics infrastructure programme further accelerating demand in Queensland.
Organisations with a strong Australian heritage may value PRINCE2 credentials, but for professionals targeting roles beyond Australia or in multinational environments, the IPMA-D® earned through the CPMD offers broader international portability. IPMA Australia is active in the local market, connecting global emerging practices to the Australian context and supporting PMO managers, change specialists, and project professionals across the country. The CPMD is fully online, self-paced, and requires no minimum experience, making it accessible whether you are entering the profession or formalising existing skills.
When this course is finished, you will be able to:
Learn how to organise your projects using the five process groups listed below when using a process-based project approach:
Defining a new project or a new phase of an ongoing project by securing permission to begin the project or step is known as initiating.
Processes necessary to determine the project’s scope, hone its goals, and specify the course of action needed to achieve the goals the project was started to complete.
The procedures to carry out the tasks outlined in the project management plan meet the project’s requirements.
Processes needed to keep tabs on, evaluate, and manage the project’s performance; spot any areas where the plan needs to be changed; and start the necessary changes.
The actions taken to formally end or close a project, phase, or contract are known as closing.
The purpose of the modules is to provide a thorough understanding of the various facets of project management while assisting you in identifying the two project management methodologies that are most frequently used (predictive and agile).
Develop the full spectrum of industry-ready competences that define an effective project manager:
Gain mastery of recognised project management methods, tools, and techniques to plan, execute, and control projects with precision.
Build the leadership, communication, and professional behaviours that inspire teams, manage stakeholders, and drive results.
Understand how projects connect to wider organisational strategy, culture, and the external business environment, ensuring every project delivers real value.
Enrolment in this programme includes 12 months’ complimentary access to IPM Membership, supporting continued professional development beyond certification.
For participants taking the OnDemand / Self-Paced format, you will receive:
SEEK records the national average salary for a project manager in Australia at between AUD140,000 and AUD160,000, Glassdoor data from May 2026 puts the average at AUD130,000, with the 75th percentile at AUD170,000, and Indeed reports AUD140,723 as the average based on 2,000+ salaries as of 2026.
Typical salary ranges for project management professionals in Australia:
AUD70,000 – AUD105,000
AUD110,000 – AUD145,000
AUD145,000 – AUD175,000
AUD180,000 – AUD235,000+
The national average salary for a project manager in Australia sits between AUD140,000 and AUD160,000, with senior professionals and programme managers earning significantly more. Entry-level roles start at around AUD104,727, rising to AUD165,745 for those with eight or more years of experience.
The most common domestic qualification in Australia is the BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management — an AQF-registered credential particularly valued by government employers, defence, and publicly funded organisations. The CPMD sits alongside it, not against it. Where BSB50820 is Australia-specific, the IPMA-D® earned through the CPMD is recognised across 70+ countries, giving professionals working in multinational environments a qualification that travels with them. Many Australian professionals hold both.
IPMA Australia connects global practices to the local context, supporting PMO managers, change specialists, and AI practitioners across the country, meaning IPMA-D® holders have access to a recognised local professional community, not just an international one. And unlike PMP, which requires 36 months of documented experience to even apply, the CPMD has no experience prerequisite.
Read our free guide on How to Build a Career in Project Management, and get everything you need to know about building a career in project management.
If you are unsure if this project management diploma programme suits you, feel free to Schedule a call to speak with our educational adviser.
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Get in depth information about the course and answers to frequently asked questions.
The course fee covers all costs associated with the exams and certifications, access to all course materials on the Student Hub, live virtual classes led by subject matter experts, recordings, and unrestricted help from our Student Support team.
There are two methods of payment:
The course is offered in three formats: live online, classroom, and On Demand. The live online and classroom formats meet once a week for three hours, whereas the On Demand format’s lectures are pre-recorded and can be accessed any time. Each format uses the same content, materials, and Student Hub.
The Certified Project Management Diploma programme is ideal for someone learning the fundamentals and critical project management methods. Any professional who directly contributes to projects, whether project managers now or in the future, should take this course.
Two written assignments — a self-assessment and a written project — and a 3-hour online exam with Multiple-Choice and Scenario-style questions are used to evaluate students’ progress in the course.
Classes take place once per week for three hours. The core material and reflecting on your learning should take 4 to 6 hours per week. As you can see, though, this greatly depends on each person’s ability.
Yes, more than 70 countries recognise the course credentials.
Access key resources to enhance your learning and project management skills.
