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AGS Consulting & Training, BSB40920 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice 
(public) is an introductory course in project management. 

The course is endorsed by the 
Australian Institute of Project Management
and delivered via an Agreement with a 
Registered Training Organisation.

The course is delivered by Alan Schwartz Trainer & Assessor, Australia Institute of Business and Technology Registered Training Organisation RTO 41138. The qualification is awarded by Australia Institute of Business and Technology.

 
  Brochure     Enrol & pay

Course fee: $2,750.   $2,650 each for 2 or 3 delegates. See make a payment
Two-day start-up workshop + online (as needed) + evidence
Date options: 27 - 28 Feb 2025, 8 - 9 May 2025,
                 24 - 25 Jul 2025, 6 -7 Nov 2025

Bookings/enquiries to GSPL@bigpond.net.au

 The course covers the ten functions of the Project Management Body of Knowledge:

  • Integration Management
  • Scope Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Cost Management
  • Quality Management
  • Resource Management
  • Communication Management
  • Risk Management
  • Procurement Management
  • Stakeholder Management
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he course also covers PMBoK 7the Ed. Standard, Principles and Domains.

PrinciplesPerformance domains

The course addresses project management principles, techniques and tools, methodologies, hard (science) and soft (art) aspects, using a step-by-step ''methodology'' to lead teams and deliver successful projects. Courseware includes definitions, checklists, examples, templates, videos and webinars. Participants apply project management tools and techniques to current or planned projects.

The BSB40920 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice course is based upon / consistent with:

  • A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) 6th & 7th Edition
  • AIPM Professional Competency Standards for Project Management – Certified Practising Project Practitioner
  • ISO 21500 Project Management
  • ICB IPMA Competence Baseline

Qualification Description  

This qualification is suitable for autonomous individuals who identify and apply project management skills and knowledge in a wide variety of contexts. Job titles for these roles may include contracts officers, project administrators, quality officers and small business operators.

Individuals in these roles might be members of a project team, with no direct responsibility for overall project outcomes. Primarily, these roles would support wider project operations. They may use project tools and methodologies selectively to support organisational or business activities.

(Innovation and Business Skills Australia, © Commonwealth of Australia, 2016)

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. 

Roles

On completing the Certificate you should be able to perform roles such as:

Project team member
Project coordinator
Contracts officer
Estimator and scheduler
Project administrator
Project analyst
Project assistant
Project officer
Project records officer
Project support
Project team member
Quality officer
Small business operator

Award Options

Upon satisfying criteria candidates are awarded BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice.

On completion delegates are eligible to apply for AIPM’s RegPM Certification at Certified Practicing Project Practitioner (CPPP) level when applying for Associate Membership. 

The Assessment Process

Undertaking activities related to a project from start to finish. AGS provides templates, examples, checklists. Templates are filled-in during workshop activities and completed post-workshop. Delegates may work on case studies or real workplace projects, in teams or on their own. Workplace templates/ deliverables may also be used for evidence.

Completion of an Assessment Record Book (ARB), primarily answering knowledge and understanding questions (no exam!). This is typically completed post workshop. It takes anything from 10 to 100 hours to complete post-workshop activities (ie templates and ARB as outlined above) depending upon several factors including experience, work pace, tasks completed in the workshop, use of workplace evidence etc.

Course Outcomes

On finishing this course, participants should be able to contribute to the definition, planning, implementation, control and successful completion of projects or project manage simple projects from start to finish.

Course objectives

Increase knowledge, understanding and workplace competence in project management
Apply project management functions, tools and techniques to current or future projects
Provide a practical methodology to support the initiation, development, implementation and finalisation of projects which satisfy the requirements of the client and other key stakeholders.

Workshops

Dates: See public courses page 

Time:    Start 9.00 am.  Finish 4.00 pm
Location: Quality venue in Sydney CBD (include Grace Hotel, Workspace365 Wynyard, Mantra on Kent, Adina)

Delegates receive

  • A course workbook & handouts (electronic)
  • Coffee/tea on arrival & during breaks (plus snacks)
  • Lunch (30 minutes): sandwiches & fruit (indicative)

Qualification

AGS deliver the training and undertake assessments via Agreement with a Registered Training Organisation.
The Qualification is awarded by the Registered Training Organisation. After completing workshops delegates have 12 months to submit evidence. Evidence may be submitted as soon as it has been completed. Laptop/tablets at workshops aid evidence generation.

BSB40920 Qualification (9 Units)

BSBPMG420 Apply project scope-management techniques
BSBPMG421 Apply project time-management techniques
BSBPMG422 Apply project quality-management techniques
BSBPMG423 Apply project cost-management techniques
BSBPMG424 Apply project human resources management approaches
BSBPMG425 Apply project information management and communications techniques
BSBPMG426 Apply project risk-management techniques
BSBPMG427 Apply project procurement procedures
BSBPMG429 Apply project stakeholder engagement techniques

Course structure

1. Project Management Fundamentals
2. Initiation phase (starting a project)
3. Development Phase (planning the project)
4. Implementation Phase (achieving the plan)
5. Finalisation Phase (completing the project)

See Course content for module details. 

  • AGS Consulting & Training have mapping documents, available upon request, which map our course content to PMBoK and BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice Units (above).

Course content

Module 1  Project Management Fundamentals

  • What is a project?
  • What is project management?
  • The ten functions of project management
  • Time, cost, quality relationship
  • Project control cycle
  • Pareto principle
  • Project life-cycle
  • Project processes
  • Key project management terms
  • Organisational context
  • Project environment
  • Governance
  • Methodologies (including Agile, Prince2, corporate)
  • The client
  • Stakeholder management
  • Project success
  • Project management skills including:
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Negotiation
  • Decision-making

Module 2  Initiation Phase

  • Define purpose    
  • Identify stakeholders    
  • Analyse needs    
  • Determine requirements    
  • Establish objectives    
  • Generate options    
  • Evaluate options    

Module 3  Development Phase

  • Plan scope
  • Define scope
  • Define activities
  • Sequence activities
  • Estimate activity durations
  • Develop schedule
  • Plan resources
  • Estimate costs
  • Develop budget
  • Plan quality
  • Plan organisation
  • Acquire staff
  • Plan communications
  • Identify risks
  • Quantify risks
  • Develop risk responses
  • Plan procurement
  • Plan solicitation (of tenders)
  • Develop project plan

Module 4  Implementation Phase

  • Execute project plan
  • Verify scope
  • Assure quality
  • Develop team
  • Distribute Information
  • Solicit (request & receive proposals)
  • Select source/contractor(s)
  • Administer contract
  • Control overall change
  • Control scope change
  • Control schedule
  • Control cost
  • Control quality
  • Control risk response
  • Report performance

Module 5  Finalisation Phase

  • Close-out contract
  • Administer closure
  • Evaluate project    
  • Update knowledge


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AGS Consulting & Training, BSB60720 - Advanced Diploma of Program Management public course is aimed at experienced project managers, project directors, program managers and sponsors  seeking to increase ability in program management.


The course is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management.

The course is delivered by Alan Schwartz Trainer & Assessor, Australia Institute of Business and Technology Registered Training Organisation RTO 41138. The qualification is awarded by Australia Institute of Business and Technology.

 Brochure    Registration Form    Payment details

Course fee: $3,500 (Bank Transfer) or +2.6% for credit card via PayPal.
$3,400 each for 2 or 3 delegates.  See make a payment.

Two-day start-up workshop + online (as needed) + evidence
Date options: 20 - 21 Mar 2025, 12 - 13 Jun 2025, 14 - 15 Aug 2025

Bookings/enquiries to GSPL@bigpond.net.au

The course is based upon:

  • Managing Successful Programmes (UKCO)
  • The Standard for Program Management (PMI)
  • PfM - Portfolio Management Guide (UKCO)
  • Portfolio Management Standard (PMI)
  • BSB60720 Standards 
  • RegPM CPSPM, CPPD & CPPE Standards (AIPM)
  • IPMA Competence Baseline (ICB) Version 3.0
  • P3M3 & P3O (UKCO*)
* UKCO - UK Cabinet Office 
students

The course covers program management principles, techniques and tools, using a life-cycle and unit approach to deliver successful programs. Courseware includes definitions, checklists, examples, templates, videos and webinars. Participants apply program management tools and techniques to current or planned programs. 

Qualification Description 

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply specialised knowledge and skills, together with experience in program management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts. A program is defined as a set of interrelated projects, each of which has a project manager. 'Multiple projects', or 'a program of projects', refers to a number of related projects managed by the same person as a program to achieve organisational objective/s.

It applies to individuals who are program managers, managing or directing a suite of projects (a program) to achieve organisational objectives.
Individuals at this level use initiative and judgement to direct, plan, and lead a range of program functions, with accountability for personal and team outcomes within broad parameters. They use cognitive and communication skills to identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources and transfer their knowledge to others, and creative or conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives or respond to complex problems.

(Innovation and Business Skills Australia, © Commonwealth of Australia)  

Entry and target

Entry to this qualification is limited to those who:

Have completed a Diploma of Project Management qualification.
or
Have completed two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a significant level within a project or program environment within an enterprise.

Roles

This course is targeted at those who are employed as:
program manager (generic)
program manager (industry specific)
program director
program executive
project director
senior project manager
PMO manager
operations manager
program benefits manager/leader

Assessment and Award Options

The course includes progressive assessment / assessment upon completion of evidence – upon satisfying criteria candidates are awarded BSB60720 - Advanced Diploma of Program Management.

Eligible candidates may also complete AIPM RegPM Certification at Certified Practicing Project Director (CPPD) level.

The Assessment Process

Undertaking workshop activities to take a program from start to finish. AGS provides templates, examples, checklists. Workplace templates/ deliverables may also be used for evidence. Delegates may work on case studies or real workplace programs. 

Completion of an Assessment Record Book (ARB), primarily answering knowledge and understanding questions (no exam!). 

Course Outcomes

Establish a program to ensure future successful implementation.
Development of a business case to support program set-up.
Apply benefits management through the program lifecycle.
Integrate program governance into organisational governance 
Optimise risk management across program and project lifecycles
Apply principles of procurement and contract management as it pertains to the program context.
Manage program resources inclusive of managing a flexible workforce.
Ensure a program is monitored, controlled and reported on in an appropriate manner.
Understand the importance and level of stakeholder engagement across the lifecycle of a program.
Provide suitable leadership to a program and the projects, and sub-programs within the program.
Lead and manage organisational change to ensure program outcomes are embedded in the business.
Facilitate the development of collaborative alliances
Ensure program delivery achieves the desired outcomes.

Course Structure

Part A:

1. Project and Program Management
2. External & Internal environment
3. From strategy to projects
4. Organising for program and project management
5. Key concepts, tools & methodologies
6. Phases, processes & key deliverables
7. Program Set-up
8. Program Delivery
9. Program Closure

Part B:

BSBPMG630 Enable program execution
BSBPMG634 Facilitate stakeholder engagement
BSBPMG635 Implement program governance
BSBINN636 Manage benefits
BSBLDR601 Lead and manage organisational change
BSBPMG632 Manage program risk
PSPMGT006 Develop a business case
BSBPMG633 Provide leadership for the program
BSBPMG631 Manage program delivery
BSBPMG637 Engage in collaborative alliances
AHCBUS615 Implement a monitoring, evaluation and reporting program
ICTICT612 Develop contracts & manage contract performance

See course brochure for more detail.

Dates: See Public Training page
Time:    Start 9.00 am.  Finish 4.00 pm
Location: Quality venue in Sydney CBD (include Workspace365 Wynyard, Grace Hotel, Mantra on Kent, Adina)


Delegates receive

  • A course workbook & handouts (electronic)
  • Coffee/tea on arrival & during breaks (plus snacks)
  • Lunch (30 minutes): sandwiches & fruit (indicative)

Qualification

AGS deliver the training and undertake assessments via Agreement with a Registered Training Organisation
The Qualification is awarded by the Registered Training Organisation. After completing workshops delegates have 12 months to submit evidence. Laptop/tablets at workshops aid evidence generation.

 

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AGS Consulting & Training, BSB50820 - Diploma of Project Management (public), an
Australian Institute of Project Management endorsed course via an Agreement with a Registered Training Organisation, improves leadership and project management capability of project managers and experienced team members. 

The course is delivered by Alan Schwartz Trainer & Assessor, Australia Institute of Business and Technology Registered Training Organisation RTO 41138. The qualification is awarded by Australia Institute of Business and Technology.

  Brochure     Enrol & pay

Course fee: $3,250.  $3,150 each for 2 or 3 delegates.  See make a payment
Two-day start-up workshop + online (as needed) + evidence
Date options: 27 - 28 Feb 2025, 8 - 9 May 2025,
                  24 - 25 Jul 2025, 6 -7 Nov 2025

Bookings/enquiries to GSPL@bigpond.net.au

The course covers the ten functions of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK 6):

  • Integration Management
  • Scope Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Cost Management
  • Quality Management
  • Resource Management
  • Communication Management
  • Risk Management
  • Procurement Management
  • Stakeholder Management
 Alan facilitating

The course also covers PMBoK 7the Ed. Standard, Principles and Domains.

PrinciplesPerformance domains

The course addresses project management principles, techniques and tools, methodologies, hard (science) and soft (art) aspects, using a step-by-step methodology to lead teams and deliver successful projects. Courseware includes definitions, checklists, examples, templates, videos and webinars. Participants apply project management tools and techniques to current or planned projects.

The BSB50820 - Diploma of Project Management course is based upon / consistent with:

  • A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) 6th & 7th Edition
  • AIPM Professional Competency Standards for Project Management – Certified Practising Project Manager 
  • ISO 21500 Project Management
  • ICB IPMA Competence Baseline 

Description - Diploma of Project Management

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply project management skills and knowledge. They may manage projects in a variety of contexts, across a number of industry sectors. They have project leadership and management roles and are responsible for achieving project objectives. They possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical and managerial competencies to initiate, plan, execute and evaluate their own work and/or the work of others. (Innovation and Business Skills Australia, © Commonwealth of Australia) 

Entry and target

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Some project management, project or management experience is recommended.
If you have no project management, project or management experience we recommend the BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice

Roles

On completing the Diploma you should be able to perform roles such as:

  • Project manager (generic)
  • Project manager (industry specific)
  • Project coordinator
  • Project leader
  • Project team leader
  • Project contract manager
  • Project vendor manager

Assessment and Award Options

The course includes progressive assessment – upon satisfying criteria candidates are awarded BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management.

On completion of the  course delegates are eligible to apply for AIPM’s RegPM Certification at Certified Practicing Project Practitioner (CPPP) level when applying for Associate Membership. Eligible candidates may also complete AIPM RegPM Certification at Certified Practicing Project Manager (CPPM) level.

The Assessment Process

Undertaking workshop activities which include filling out templates (eg for a project or program from start to finish). AGS provides templates, examples, checklists. Templates are filled-in during workshop activities and completed post-workshop. Delegates may work on case studies or real workplace projects, in teams or on their own. Workplace templates/ deliverables may also be used for evidence.

Completion of an Assessment Record Book (ARB), primarily answering knowledge and understanding questions (no exam!). This is typically completed post workshop. It takes anything from five to 75 hours to complete post-workshop activities (ie templates and ARB as outlined above) depending upon several factors including experience, work pace, tasks completed in the workshop, use of workplace evidence etc. 

Diploma of Project Management Course Outcomes

On finishing this course participants should be able to manage the definition, planning, implementation, control and successful completion of projects. 

Course objectives

Produce a project strategy which satisfies key stakeholder requirements

  • Develop a realistic project management plan
  • Implement a project in accordance with agreed performance requirements
  • Complete a project in accordance with agreed stakeholder success criteria

Diploma of Project Management Course Structure

1. Project Management Fundamentals
2. Initiation phase (starting a project)
3. Development Phase (planning the project)
4. Implementation Phase (achieving the plan)
5. Finalisation Phase (completing the project)
See Course content for module details.

Contact us for documents which map our course content to PMBoK and BSB50820 Diploma of Project
Management.

Dates: See Information page
Time:    Start 9.00 am.  Finish 4.00 pm
Location: Quality venue in Sydney CBD (include Mantra on Kent, Grace Hotel, Workspace365 Wynyard, Adina)

Delegates receive

  • A course workbook & handouts (electronic)
  • Coffee/tea on arrival & during breaks (plus snacks)
  • Lunch (30 minutes): sandwiches & fruit (indicative) 

Diploma Qualification

AGS deliver the training and undertake assessments via Agreement with a Registered Training Organisation.
The Qualification is awarded by the Registered Training Organisation. After completing workshops delegates have 12 months to submit evidence. Laptop/tablets at workshops aid evidence generation.

BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management Qualification (12 Units)

BSBPMG530 Manage project scope
BSBPMG531 Manage project time
BSBPMG532 Manage project quality
BSBPMG533 Manage project cost
BSBPMG534 Manage project human resources
BSBPMG535 Manage project information and communication
BSBPMG536 Manage project risk
BSBPMG540 Manage project integration
BSBPMG537 Manage project procurement
BSBPMG538 Manage project stakeholder engagement
BSBPMG539 Manage project governance
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness

Diploma of Project Management course content

Module 1  Project Management Fundamentals

  • What is a project?
  • What is project management?
  • The ten functions of project management
  • Time, cost, quality relationship
  • Project control cycle
  • Pareto principle
  • Project life-cycle
  • Project processes
  • Key project management terms
  • Organisational context
  • Project environment
  • Governance
  • Methodologies (including Agile, Prince2, corporate)
  • The client
  • Stakeholder management
  • Project success
  • Project management skills including:
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Negotiation
  • Decision-making

Module 2  Initiation Phase

  • Define purpose    
  • Identify stakeholders    
  • Analyse needs    
  • Determine requirements    
  • Establish objectives    
  • Generate options    
  • Evaluate options    

Module 3  Development Phase

  • Plan scope
  • Define scope
  • Define activities
  • Sequence activities
  • Estimate activity durations
  • Develop schedule
  • Plan resources
  • Estimate costs
  • Develop budget
  • Plan quality
  • Plan organisation
  • Acquire staff
  • Plan communications
  • Identify risks
  • Quantify risks
  • Develop risk responses
  • Plan procurement
  • Plan solicitation (of tenders)
  • Develop project plan

Module 4  Implementation Phase

  • Execute project plan
  • Verify scope
  • Assure quality
  • Develop team
  • Distribute Information
  • Solicit (request & receive proposals)
  • Select source/contractor(s)
  • Administer contract
  • Control overall change
  • Control scope change
  • Control schedule
  • Control cost
  • Control quality
  • Control risk response
  • Report performance

Module 5  Finalisation Phase

  • Close-out contract
  • Administer closure
  • Evaluate project    
  • Update knowledge


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