4 PROJECT MANAGEMENT QUALIFICATIONS

Already Managing Projects? Get the Qualification Without Going Back to Study

RPL converts your project planning, budgeting, stakeholder management, and delivery experience into nationally recognised project management qualifications — from Certificate IV to Graduate Diploma.

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PM
Qualifications

85%

RPL Success
Rate

4–8wk

Average
Turnaround

$140k+

PM Median
Salary

CERTIFICATE IV

BSB40920

Cert IV in Project Management Practice

Diploma of Project Management

Adv Diploma of Program Management

Grad Diploma of Portfolio Management

$3,650$3,28510% OFF

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Prices shown include a 10% discount — currently applied to all qualifications. All-inclusive, GST-free.

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DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

Is a Project Management Qualification Right for You?

If you've been coordinating, planning, or delivering projects, your experience likely already qualifies you.

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Project Coordinators & Assistants

You support project delivery — tracking timelines, updating schedules, coordinating team activities, and managing documentation.

Best fit: Certificate IV in Project Management Practice

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Project Managers & Team Leads

You run projects end-to-end — scope, budget, risk, stakeholders, timelines, and delivery. You own the outcome.

Best fit: Diploma of Project Management

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Program & Portfolio Managers

You oversee multiple projects, manage interdependencies, align to strategy, and govern program-level risks and budgets.

Best fit: Advanced Diploma or Graduate Diploma

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Career Changers With PM Experience

You've managed projects in construction, IT, events, operations, or any industry — but don't have a formal PM qualification yet.

Best fit: Depends on experience — free assessment will confirm

Find Out Which PM Qualification You Qualify For

No obligation · Takes 2 minutes · Covers all 4 PM qualifications

3 SIMPLE STEPS

How RPL Turns Experience Into a Qualification

No study, no exams — just your project management experience, formally recognised.

Submit Your Free Assessment

Tell us about your project management experience. It takes 2 minutes and costs nothing.

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We Review & Guide You

Our team identifies which PM qualifications match your experience and guides your evidence gathering.

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Get Your PM Qualification

Your nationally recognised project management qualification is awarded. Digital copy emailed, hard copy posted.

🎓 Qualified in 4–8 weeks

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See How Simple Getting Qualified Really Is

Watch how experienced project managers get nationally recognised qualifications through RPL.

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4–8 Weeks

INTERACTIVE CALCULATOR

See How Much More You Could Earn

Estimate your salary uplift with a project management qualification — based on your level, industry, and experience.

Qualification Level

Cert IV$1,035

Diploma$1,350

Adv Dip$1,935

Grad Dip$3,285

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Current Hourly Rate

$45

$20/hr$75/hr

Years of Experience

5 yrs

1 year25 years

YOUR ESTIMATED ANNUAL UPLIFT

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per year with your qualification

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Payback

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Estimates based on ABS Employee Earnings Cat. 6333.0, Aug 2025. Individual outcomes may vary.

PM SALARY DATA · 2025

What Qualified Project Managers Actually Earn

Australian project management salaries by role — sourced from PayScale, Glassdoor, SEEK, and Indeed (2025).

$140k+

Median PM
Salary (AU)

80%

Employment
Rate (ABS)

$200k+

Portfolio Mgr
Potential

Project Coordinator

$64k–$93k

Project Manager

$111k–$140k

Construction PM

$115k–$182k

Program Manager

$150k–$190k+

Portfolio / PMO Head

$159k–$210k+

THE QUALIFICATION PREMIUM

+$31,200/yr

Qualified Australians earn a median $600/wk more than unqualified workers (ABS, Aug 2025).

PM salaries: PayScale, Glassdoor, SEEK, Indeed AU 2025 · General: ABS Employee Earnings Cat. 6333.0, Aug 2025

YOUR PM CAREER PATHWAY

Choose Your Project Management Qualification

Four levels of PM qualification — each mapping to a specific career stage. Tap any level for details.

CERT IV · BSB40920

Certificate IV in Project Management Practice

Project Coordinators & Junior PMs

$1,150$1,035

$64k–$93k

Coordinator salary

4–8 weeks

RPL turnaround

AQF Level 4

Qual. level

DIPLOMA · BSB50820

Diploma of Project Management

Project Managers

$1,500$1,350

$111k–$140k

PM salary range

4–8 weeks

RPL turnaround

AQF Level 5

Qual. level

ADV DIPLOMA · BSB60720

Advanced Diploma of Program Management

Program Managers

$2,150$1,935

$150k–$190k+

Program mgr salary

4–8 weeks

RPL turnaround

AQF Level 6

Qual. level

GRAD DIPLOMA · BSB80220

Graduate Diploma of Portfolio Management

Portfolio Managers & PMO Heads

$3,650$3,285

$159k–$210k+

Portfolio mgr salary

4–8 weeks

RPL turnaround

AQF Level 8

Qual. level

Prices include a 10% discount — currently applied to all qualifications. All-inclusive, GST-free.

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SIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON

RPL vs Traditional Study — The Smarter Path

See how a Diploma of Project Management through RPL compares to traditional study.

Feature

RPL with 3CIR ★ RECOMMENDED

Traditional Study

Cost

$1,350 (Diploma)

$8,000–$20,000+

Time

4–8 weeks

12–24 months

Exams

None

Multiple assessments

Study Load

Zero — experience-based

15–20 hrs/week

Qualification

Identical AQF credential

Same AQF credential

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PM salaries: PayScale, Glassdoor, SEEK 2025 · ABS Employee Earnings Aug 2025

ABOUT PROJECT MANAGEMENT RPL

The BSB project management qualifications — Certificate IV in Project Management Practice (BSB40920), Diploma of Project Management (BSB50820), Advanced Diploma of Program Management (BSB60720), and Graduate Diploma of Portfolio Management (BSB80220) — are nationally recognised credentials within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). They develop competencies in project planning, stakeholder management, risk management, and program governance. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) enables experienced project managers to receive these credentials by demonstrating existing competency rather than completing formal study. Qualifications are issued by Asset College (RTO 31718), regulated by ASQA, and recognised by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) and employers across all sectors.

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Project Management RPL — Your Questions Answered

Everything you need to know about getting a PM qualification through RPL.

How much do project management RPL qualifications cost?

Certificate IV is $1,035, Diploma $1,350, Advanced Diploma $1,935, and Graduate Diploma $3,285. All prices include a current 10% discount. Pricing is all-inclusive with no hidden fees and GST-free. Flexible payment plans are available through Afterpay, Klarna, Zip, GoCardless, and DebitSuccess. The initial RPL assessment is always free with zero obligation.

What is the difference between project, program, and portfolio management?

Project management focuses on delivering a single initiative with defined scope, budget, and timeline. Program management oversees multiple related projects and their interdependencies. Portfolio management governs an organisation's entire collection of programs and projects, aligning them with strategic objectives. The four 3CIR qualifications map to these levels: Cert IV for project coordination, Diploma for project management, Advanced Diploma for program management, and Graduate Diploma for portfolio oversight.

How long does project management RPL take?

Most PM qualifications are awarded in 4–8 weeks from evidence submission — some in as little as 3 weeks with well-organised documentation. The free assessment form takes 2 minutes and our team responds within 24–48 hours. No exams, no assignments, no classroom attendance. You can complete the entire process while working full-time.

Is a project management RPL qualification the same as PMP or PRINCE2?

They serve different purposes but complement each other. PMP and PRINCE2 are international methodology certifications. The BSB qualifications are Australian nationally recognised vocational credentials on the AQF, regulated by ASQA. Many employers prefer the AQF qualification as a baseline, with PMP/PRINCE2 as additional credentials. Having the AQF qualification can also count toward PMP eligibility requirements.

What evidence do I need for project management RPL?

Common PM evidence includes project plans, status reports, risk registers, stakeholder communications, and budget documents. Also useful: Gantt charts, meeting minutes, scope documents, change requests, and references from stakeholders. Our team provides templates and personal support. You don't need any documents to start the free assessment.

Can I get a project management qualification without a degree?

Absolutely — that's exactly what RPL is for. There are no formal prerequisites. Your qualification is based entirely on demonstrated competency from work experience, not prior academic credentials. Many of 3CIR's PM clients have no degree but extensive hands-on project experience across construction, IT, events, operations, and more.

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Training and assessment are delivered under a third-party arrangement with Asset College RTO #31718.

Already Managing Projects? Get the Qualification Without Going Back to Study

Is a Project Management Qualification Right for You?

How RPL Turns Experience Into a Qualification

See How Simple Getting Qualified Really Is

See How Much More You Could Earn

What Qualified Project Managers Actually Earn

Choose Your Project Management Qualification

Rated 5.0 Stars by Real Australians

RPL vs Traditional Study — The Smarter Path

Project Management RPL — Your Questions Answered

How much do project management RPL qualifications cost?

What is the difference between project, program, and portfolio management?

How long does project management RPL take?

Is a project management RPL qualification the same as PMP or PRINCE2?

What evidence do I need for project management RPL?

Can I get a project management qualification without a degree?

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