The Advanced Diploma of Program Management (BSB60720) is a nationally recognised AQF Level 6 qualification — the senior credential for program managers who coordinate multiple projects, govern stakeholders and deliver strategic benefits. If you already lead complex programs at work, 3CIR can recognise that experience through Recognition of Prior Learning — awarding your Advanced Diploma online, with no exams or classes, for a fixed $1,935 all-inclusive (GST-free), usually within 4–8 weeks.
The Advanced Diploma of Program Management (BSB60720) is the nationally recognised AQF Level 6 qualification for senior professionals who manage programs — coordinating multiple related projects, governing stakeholders, managing program risk and delivering strategic benefits. It sits one level above the Diploma of Project Management and is among the most senior project and program management qualifications on the AQF.
BSB60720 covers enabling program execution, program governance and benefits management — the skills that take you from running one project to directing a whole program of work.
It spans stakeholder engagement, program risk, organisational change, finances and collaborative alliances — the strategic core of senior delivery roles.
A genuine AQF Level 6 qualification on your USI transcript — the same testamur whether earned by study or RPL, recognised Australia-wide.
BSB50820 · AQF 5. Focuses on leading a single project — scope, time, cost, quality, risk and stakeholders within one defined project.
BSB60720 · AQF 6. Focuses on directing a program — multiple coordinated projects, program governance, benefits realisation and strategic alignment.
People often search for this as the Adv Diploma of Program Management, Adv Diploma Program Management, Adv Dip Program Management, or simply a senior project management qualification or project manager course — they're all pointing to BSB60720, the AQF Level 6 program-management credential. If you already coordinate multiple projects, manage program budgets and governance, or lead delivery teams across a portfolio of work, you've likely already met the standard. The qualification is built around four core units plus eight electives. You can see the full 12-unit breakdown on the BSB60720 course page, or let our assessors map your experience to it for you.
Recognition of Prior Learning is completed entirely online — no campus, no timetable, no exams. You prove the program-management skills you already use at work, and we assess them against all 12 units of BSB60720.
Tell us about your program management, multi-project coordination or strategic delivery experience. We confirm your eligibility — at no cost.
⏱ 2 minutes · 100% freeUpload program plans, governance documents, status reports, risk registers, benefits maps and stakeholder records. Your assessor maps it to the units.
📋 Fully supported, onlineYour BSB60720 Advanced Diploma is assessed and issued — digital copy emailed, hard copy posted, recorded on your USI transcript.
🎓 Typically 4–8 weeksNo exams. No assignments. No time away from work. Learn more about how Recognition of Prior Learning works.
One fixed, all-inclusive, GST-free price through RPL — no enrolment fees, no per-unit charges, no surprises.
| What you compare | Adv Dip via RPL (3CIR) | Traditional Study |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $1,935 all-inclusive | $6,000 – $20,000+ |
| Time to qualify | 4 – 8 weeks (typical) | 12 – 24 months |
| What you pay for | Assessment of your skills | Full tuition & coursework |
| Exams & assignments | None | Required |
| Study around your job | Yes — 100% online | Often timetabled |
| National recognition (AQF 6) | Yes — identical | Yes |
Yes. BSB60720 is a formal, government-regulated AQF Level 6 qualification — identical in standing whether earned through RPL or classroom study.
Because BSB60720 sits on the AQF and is issued by an accredited RTO, employers, government and industry recognise it as a senior program-management credential right across Australia.
RPL is not a shortcut to a lesser qualification. You're assessed against the exact same 12 units a classroom student completes — you simply prove you already meet them.
Training and assessment are delivered under a third-party arrangement with Asset College (RTO #31718), so your Advanced Diploma is issued by a Registered Training Organisation and verifiable on your USI.
Your qualification is recorded against your Unique Student Identifier, can be independently verified at any time, doesn't expire, and travels with you for your whole career.
BSB60720 is the credential employers look for in senior delivery, program and portfolio roles. It formalises the experience behind job titles like these:
Program and project management skills are in demand across government, IT and technology, construction, defence, finance and healthcare. Explore the field on our Project Management careers & insights page, or browse the full Project Management course category.
A one-off $1,935 qualification sits against one of the best-paid management careers in the country — and a senior credential is often what unlocks program-level roles.
Salary figures are indicative averages from Australian job-market sources (Indeed, Glassdoor, SEEK, PayScale and SalaryExpert, 2026) and vary widely by industry, sector, experience and location. They indicate typical earnings for the occupation, not a guarantee of individual income or a promise of employment.
Real reviews from professionals who turned their experience into a nationally recognised qualification with 3CIR.
Through RPL with 3CIR, the Advanced Diploma of Program Management costs a fixed $1,935 — all-inclusive and GST-free, with the current 10% discount applied. That single price covers your full assessment, dedicated assessor support, evidence guidance and certificate issuance, with no enrolment fees and no per-unit charges. Flexible payment is available: four fortnightly instalments with Afterpay, Klarna or Zip, or weekly direct debits (around $37 a week) over 12 months with DebitSuccess or GoCardless.
Yes. With RPL the entire process is completed online — there's no campus, no timetable and no exams. You submit a short online assessment, then upload evidence of your program management experience for your assessor to map against the 12 units of BSB60720. If you'd prefer structured online study instead of RPL, that pathway is also available; otherwise RPL is the fastest way to get qualified online from your existing experience.
Project management is about delivering a single project — its scope, time, cost, quality and risk. Program management is about coordinating multiple related projects as one program, with a focus on governance, stakeholder alignment and realising strategic benefits across the whole program. The Advanced Diploma of Program Management (BSB60720, AQF 6) is the senior, program-level qualification; the Diploma of Project Management (BSB50820, AQF 5) sits one level below it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process — not a course — that converts your existing program and project management experience into the nationally recognised BSB60720 Advanced Diploma. A qualified assessor compares evidence of what you already do at work against the units of competency. Where your experience meets the standard, you're awarded the qualification without repeating learning you've already gained on the job. Learn more about how RPL works.
Most applicants receive their Advanced Diploma of Program Management within four to eight weeks. The timeframe depends mainly on how quickly you can gather evidence — and most senior delivery professionals already have much of it in program plans, governance papers, status reports and benefits documentation. The free assessment takes about two minutes and our team responds within 24–48 hours. There are no terms, classes or exams to wait for.
There are no formal entry requirements to begin. For RPL, you'll typically need around two or more years in program management, multi-project coordination or strategic delivery — managing programs, governing stakeholders, coordinating project teams or driving benefits. Holding a Diploma of Project Management helps but isn't essential. If you're unsure whether your experience is enough, the free assessment will confirm it quickly and at no cost.
Yes. BSB60720 is an AQF Level 6 qualification issued under Asset College (RTO #31718) and regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). It appears on your USI transcript and is recognised by employers, government and industry across every state and territory. An Advanced Diploma earned through RPL carries identical standing to one earned through study.
BSB60720 is made up of 12 units — four core and eight electives. The four core units cover enabling program execution, facilitating stakeholder engagement, implementing program governance and managing benefits. The electives cover areas such as program delivery, program risk, program leadership, organisational change, finances and collaborative alliances. You can see the full unit list on the BSB60720 course page or on training.gov.au.
The qualification supports senior roles such as program manager, senior project manager, portfolio manager, PMO manager, delivery manager, project director and change manager. Program and project management skills are sought across government, IT and technology, construction, defence, finance and healthcare — typically among the higher-paid management roles in each.
Start with the free RPL assessment — it takes a couple of minutes, there's no obligation, and it confirms your eligibility and exact price. You can begin online, call us 24/7 on 1300 517 039, text 0429 774 862, email info@3cir.com, contact us here, or chat with us using the 24/7 online assistant. Our team responds within 24–48 hours.
Find out in minutes whether your program management experience qualifies you for BSB60720 — free, online, no obligation.
The Advanced Diploma of Program Management (BSB60720) is a nationally recognised Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 6 qualification for senior professionals who manage programs of work — coordinating multiple related projects, implementing program governance, managing program risk and delivering strategic benefits. It comprises 12 units of competency — four core and eight electives — and sits one level above the Diploma of Project Management (BSB50820). The qualification can be obtained through traditional study or through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which assesses a candidate's existing workplace experience against the same competency standards. With 3CIR, the Advanced Diploma of Program Management is available through RPL online for a fixed, all-inclusive, GST-free fee of $1,935, typically completed within four to eight weeks. It is issued under Asset College (RTO 31718), regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), and holds the same standing as the equivalent qualification earned at university or TAFE.