What Is the BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice?
The BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice is a nationally recognised AQF Level 4 qualification that builds practical skills across the full project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through to monitoring, control and closure.
Vanguard Business Education (RTO 91219) delivers the qualification 100% online. You work through a complete project from start to finish, building the plans, schedules, registers and reports that make up a practical Project Management Portfolio, with qualified trainer support and SmartCoach™ learning assistance.
The course fee is $1,970 AUD, paid as 2 monthly payments of $985, or from $85 a fortnight on a longer payment plan (plans total $1,970 to $2,210). Study is self-paced over up to 12 months and assessment is practical and portfolio based, with no exams. The qualification suits project administrators, project coordinators, team leaders and professionals who want practical project management skills.
3 payments of $684 ($2,052 total)
6 payments of $358 ($2,148 total)
26 fortnightly payments of $85 ($2,210 total)
Learn project management by managing a project
Most project management courses teach concepts one unit at a time. This qualification takes a different approach.
From the moment you begin, you will work through the lifecycle of a project, progressively building the plans, schedules, registers and project documents used in real workplace environments.
As you move through the qualification, you will apply project management techniques to a single project, developing practical skills while creating the documentation required to support successful project delivery.
By the time you graduate, you will not just understand project management concepts. You will have applied them. You will have planned a project, supported delivery, managed project controls, engaged stakeholders, responded to risk and completed project closure activities.
Most importantly, you will graduate with a complete Project Management Portfolio that demonstrates your capability across the full project lifecycle.
Nationally recognised qualification
The Certificate IV in Project Management Practice (BSB40920) is a nationally recognised AQF Level 4 qualification.
Issued by Vanguard Business Education (RTO 91219), this qualification develops practical project management capability while guiding learners through the complete lifecycle of a project.
Upon successful completion, you will receive a nationally recognised qualification recognised throughout Australia.
Your project management journey
This qualification follows the natural progression of a project from initiation through to completion.
Each stage builds on the work completed in the previous stage, helping you understand how successful projects are defined, planned, monitored and completed.
Define the project
Establish project scope, schedules and quality requirements while creating the foundation needed for successful delivery. Outcome: Project Foundation Pack.
Plan the project
Develop the plans required to support successful delivery, including planning project costs, resources and communication processes. Outcome: Project Planning Pack.
Control and close the project
Manage project controls, monitor progress, engage stakeholders and complete project closure activities. Outcome: Project Control and Closure Pack.
Course fee and payment options
Course fee: $1,970 AUD
The fee includes full online course access, all learning resources, trainer guidance, SmartCoach™ support and structured assessment support. No hidden fees.
Payment options:
- 2 monthly payments of $985: $1,970 total (best value)
- 3 monthly payments of $684: $2,052 total
- 6 monthly payments of $358: $2,148 total
- 26 fortnightly payments of $85: $2,210 total (less than $43 a week)
Longer payment plans have a higher total. Payment conditions and refund arrangements are outlined in Vanguard Business Education's current Fees and Refunds Policy.
Enrol anytime and study at your own pace, with up to 12 months to complete.
Enrol NowQualification structure: units of competency
You complete 9 units of competency delivered through three integrated learning clusters that follow the project lifecycle. Select a cluster to view its units and the documents you will build.
Graduate with a complete Project Management Portfolio
By the completion of the course, you will have developed a complete Project Management Portfolio containing the plans, schedules, registers and project documents created throughout the qualification.
This portfolio demonstrates practical capability across:
- ✓ Project scope management
- ✓ Project scheduling
- ✓ Quality management
- ✓ Cost management
- ✓ Resource management
- ✓ Communication management
- ✓ Risk management
- ✓ Stakeholder engagement
- ✓ Project monitoring and closure
Rather than simply studying project management theory, you will graduate with practical evidence of the work you have completed throughout the project lifecycle.
Get Course GuideWho is this qualification for?
Project Administrators
Build formal project management skills and gain confidence supporting project delivery.
Project Coordinators
Develop a structured understanding of project planning, monitoring and stakeholder engagement.
Team Leaders
Strengthen planning, communication and coordination skills that support successful projects.
Professionals moving into project work
Develop practical project management capability that can be applied across industries and workplace environments.
Career opportunities
This qualification may support progression into roles such as the following. Career outcomes vary depending on previous experience, industry and employer requirements.
Project Administrator
Support project planning, scheduling and coordination activities.
Project Coordinator
Coordinate project tasks, communication and stakeholder engagement.
Project Support Officer
Provide administrative and operational support across project environments.
Team Leader
Apply project management principles to workplace initiatives and team activities.
Why study with Vanguard Business Education?
Nationally recognised qualification
AQF Level 4 Certificate issued by Vanguard Business Education (RTO 91219).
100% online and self-paced
Study when and where it suits you, with up to 12 months to complete.
Qualified trainer support
Receive guidance and feedback from experienced trainers.
SmartCoach™ AI learning assistance
Access support whenever you need it.
Practical project-based learning
Build a complete Project Management Portfolio as you study.
Established since 2006
Supporting Australians to build confidence, capability and career opportunities.
Student support every step of the way
Studying online does not mean studying alone. Throughout your qualification you will have access to trainer support, assessment guidance and SmartCoach™ AI learning assistance designed to help you stay on track and keep progressing.
Whether you need clarification on an assessment, guidance on a project activity or help understanding a concept, support is available when you need it.
What our students say
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Ready to build your project management skills?
Learn project management by managing a project. Build a complete Project Management Portfolio, develop practical workplace skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification.
Delivered 100% online with SmartCoach™ support and qualified trainers. No prior project management experience required. Enrol anytime and study at your own pace.
Course fee $1,970 AUD. Best value: 2 payments of $985. Or spread the cost over 3, 6 or 26 payments.