- Duration
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2025 Semester One – 3 March
- 2025 Semester Two – 21 July
- Available locations
- Auckland Online, City
- Points
- 120
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
Programme overview
With a growing demand for skilled project managers both within New Zealand and globally, the PGDipEPM will help you develop the ability to apply the principles, concepts and ideas that define project management across a range of industries.
As a graduate of this programme, you’ll be well-equipped to apply these principles to real-world scenarios with a critical and reflective approach. You’ll also be eligible to apply for registration with the Project Management Institute (PMI).
For more information about this programme, please contact us.
Programme structure
The PGDipEPM is a 120-point taught programme suited to students who are interested in pursuing a qualification in engineering project management exclusively through taught courses. It is available to study both on-campus and online.
This programme can also serve as a pathway into our existing Master of Engineering Project Management (MEPM) programme – a popular qualification which is offered both on-campus and online. Like the MEPM, the PGDipEPM has an optional specialisation in Health Projects.
Note: The Health Projects specialisation is only available on-campus due to unavailability of online courses from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences.
Of the 120 points required for the PGDipEPM, you will need to complete:
Core (45 points):
ENGGEN 730 Management Skills for Project Professionals
and
ENGGEN 731 Agile and Lean Project Management
ENGGEN 742 Project Management
or
ENGGEN 740 Project Management Bodies of Knowledge (30 points)
And an additional 75 points from:
- Other courses listed in the Master of Engineering Project Management schedule, excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses.
or
- Other courses approved by the Programme Director in one of the specialisations listed in the Master of Engineering Project Management Schedule, excluding dissertation, research portfolio and research project courses.
Note: With the prior approval of the Programme Director or nominee, up to 30 points may be replaced by other appropriate 600 and 700-level courses offered at the University of Auckland or another university.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
2024 entry requirements
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Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 120 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 2.5
Further programme requirements
Further requirements
1) An applicant must have completed:
either
a) a BE or BE(Hons) from this University in a relevant subject with a GPA of 2.5 or higher in 120 points above Stage III
or
b) a relevant bachelors degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II
or
c) (i) a relevant bachelors degree from this University
and
(ii) passed 60 points in the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Project Management from this University with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, provided that the graduate diploma has not been awarded.
2) All applicants must have at least two years of relevant professional experience approved by the Associate Dean Postgraduate Taught.
Note: A relevant qualification/subject may be in applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, engineering, information technology, science or technology.
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 120 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 3.0
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands less than 6.0.
Further programme requirements
Further requirements
You must have completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 3.0.
Relevant disciplines include applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, engineering, information technology, science and technology.
You will also need at least two years' professional engineering experience, approved by the Associate Dean Postgraduate Taught.
How much does a Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering Project Management cost per year?
2024 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$11,601*
- International students
- NZ$50,809*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,065.60 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Key dates
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 26 February |
|---|---|
| Ends – 24 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 15 July |
| Ends – 11 November |
| Semester One | Starts – 3 March |
|---|---|
| Ends – 30 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 21 July |
| Ends – 17 November |
Other important dates
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Where could this programme take you?
Graduates of the PGDipEPM programme will have acquired comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the fundamentals of portfolio, programme, and project management. They will demonstrate proficiency in critically applying these principles to real-world scenarios. Graduates will also be able to seek registration with the Project Management Institute.
Jobs related to this programme
- Project Engineer
- Project Manager/Lead
- Project Director
- Programme Manager
- Portfolio Manager
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