Postgraduate Certificate in Project Management

Description 
This course introduces the foundational concepts of project management, covering its history, evolution, and key standards such as Project Management Body & Knowledge (PMBOK) and the ISO 21500 series. Students will explore various project management methodologies, including Waterfall and Agile methodologies and Hybrid approaches, and gain an understanding of project and product lifecycles. Emphasis is placed on effective stakeholder engagement, detailing methods for identifying, analysing, and managing stakeholders across government, private organisations, and non-profits. The course highlights culturally appropriate engagement, particularly with Māori and Pacific communities, incorporating values and guidelines for effective collaboration with iwi. By the end of this course, students will be equipped with advanced project management skills, ethical and professional responsibility, and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively, making them valuable assets in any work environment.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course, it is expected that learners will be able to: 

1. Critically evaluate the history and evolution of project management, including the development and application of key standards such as PMBOK and ISO 21500 series.
2. Evaluate the effectiveness of different project management methodologies, including Waterfall and Agile methodologies, and Hybrid approaches, in various project contexts.
3. Apply culturally appropriate stakeholder engagement strategies by incorporating Māori and Pacific knowledge and values.
4. Develop advanced strategies for identifying and analysing stakeholders, ensuring comprehensive stakeholder management across diverse project environments.
5. Formulate and implement advanced stakeholder engagement and communication plans.

Description 
The Inclusive Leadership and Team Development course prepares students to lead high-performing, diverse teams by exploring advanced leadership theories, styles, and motivation techniques. It emphasises strategies for working with teams that are diverse in culture, gender, neurodiversity, and more, recognising and valuing the unique strengths each member brings. Students will develop skills in team-building, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution, with a strong focus on inclusivity. Additionally, the course incorporates Māori and Pacific perspectives on leadership and team development, fostering cultural competency essential for New Zealand’s diverse work environments.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course, it is expected that learners will be able to: 

1. Critically evaluate and apply Māori and Pacific perspectives on leadership and team development to demonstrate cultural competency and effective team leadership in New Zealand’s workplaces.
2. Critically evaluate advanced leadership theories and styles.
3. Develop strategies for motivating and leading high-performance teams, including those that are diverse in culture, gender, and neurodiversity.
4. Develop and apply advanced team development skills, including emotional intelligence and conflict resolution techniques, to foster effective and inclusive team dynamics.

Description
The course provides students with comprehensive skills in defining project scope, creating detailed work breakdown structures, and assigning responsibilities. Students learn advanced estimation and scheduling techniques, including practical use of software tools to develop accurate project plans. The course also covers resource, procurement and quality management planning. Detailed risk management planning is addressed to ensure project success and alignment with stakeholder expectations. Through hands-on exercises and real-world applications, students are prepared to manage complex projects effectively in any industry.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course, it is expected that learners will be able to: 

1. Critically evaluate and develop comprehensive project scope statements, work breakdown structures (WBS), WBS dictionaries and responsibility allocation matrices to ensure clear project deliverables and responsibilities.
2. Critically evaluate and apply advanced project scheduling techniques and cost estimation methods, ensuring accurate and realistic project timelines and budgets.
3. Implement software tools for project scheduling and cost estimation to enhance project planning accuracy and efficiency.
4. Develop comprehensive resource, procurement, and quality management plans to ensure the availability and management of necessary project resources while maintaining project standards and stakeholder satisfaction.
5. Design risk management plans in alignment with ISO 31000 standards to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks effectively.

Description
This course equips students with advanced skills for effectively managing project execution and closeout. It covers resource and communication monitoring, risk management, and performance control to ensure projects stay on track. Students will learn earned value management for progress assessment and strategies for clear reporting to stakeholders. The course also focuses on project knowledge management, capturing lessons learned, and promoting organisational learning to enhance future projects.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course, it is expected that learners will be able to: 

1. Develop and implement advanced strategies for monitoring and controlling project resources, communications, performance, risks, opportunities, and quality to ensure project objectives are met.
2. Apply various project management techniques to assess project progress.
3. Develop effective communication strategies for reporting performance to stakeholders.
4. Design and execute comprehensive project knowledge management processes, including capturing lessons learned, promoting continuous improvement, and managing administrative closure and project handover.