Bachelor of Applied Management (Project Management)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Tell me about this area Project managers turn a goal into a clear plan, coordinate work across different teams and keep everyone aligned as things change. They balance scope, budget, time, quality and risk, while building strong relationships with stakeholders. The work is as much about communication and influence as it is about tools and schedules. Good project management focuses on value, learning and continuous improvement, not just finishing tasks.
Would it suit me? This area suits people who like bringing order to busy situations and helping teams get things done. It helps to be organised, inquisitive and calm under pressure. You’ll need to be adept at problem-solving, working with different people and adapting when plans change. A reflective, people-focused working style is a real strength.
What will I learn?
Project life cycles and priorities Scope statements and work breakdown structures Scheduling, milestones and performance monitoring Cost estimates and value delivery Risk planning and decisions under uncertainty Stakeholder engagement and communication strategies Team leadership and conflict resolution Reflection, lessons learned and improvement
How will I learn?
Team-based projects with shared accountability Live delivery with real participants or audiences Workshops using planning software and digital tools Collaborative online platforms for reporting and tracking Presentations, dashboards and professional documentation Work integrated learning projects, including placements
Entry requirements
What if English is not my first Language? Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic 5.5 Listening 5.5 Reading 5.5 Writing 5.5 Speaking If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study. Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.