Duration
Full-time: half year
Next start date
2027 Semester One – 1 March
2027 Semester Two – 19 July
Available locations
City, University of Auckland Online
Points
60
Programme type
Postgraduate

Programme overview

New Zealand is recognised as a global leader in innovative project management , delivering world-class outcomes across all engineering disciplines. Regardless of your educational background, the PGCertEPM will provide you with the right foundations in project management concepts and applications to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams.

We also focus on project management practices and methodologies that are common in various non-technical industries, making your new skills applicable wherever you go. The PGCertEPM is suited for both working professionals looking for career progression into management roles or students with technical backgrounds who want an introduction to the field.

The programme is also available part-time.

You can pursue further study with our Master of Engineering Project Management.

Programme structure

The PGCertEPM is a 60-point taught programme. You will need to complete 30 points from the following courses:

  • ENGGEN 742 Project Management 
  • ENGGEN 731 Agile and Lean Project Management (15 points)
  • ENGGEN 740 Project Management Bodies of Knowledge (30 points)

And a further 30 points from the following courses: 

  • ENGGEN 705 Engineering Product Development 
  • ENGGEN 732 Systems Thinking & Project Business Case
  • ENGGEN 734 Engineering Contracts for Project Managers
  • ENGGEN 735 Project Management Case Studies
  • ENGGEN 737 Engineering Risk Management
  • ENGGEN 738 Work Based Learning 
  • ENGGEN 739 Cost Engineering
  • ENGGEN 741 Project, Programme and Portfolio Management (30 points)
  • ENGSCI 755 Decision Making in Engineering

Subject to meeting degree entry requirements, graduates can also transfer to an Engineering masters programme. 

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

2027 entry requirements

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Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option
    Taught 60 points
    Grade required
    GPA Grade Point Average 2.5

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Further programme requirements

Taught 60 points

You must have completed either a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a GPA of at least 2.5 in 60 points above Stage III.

Bachelor's degrees in relevant fields such as applied science and technology may be considered with a GPA of 3.0 in at least 60 points above Stage II.

Relevant qualifications include applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, engineering, information technology, science or technology.

Other pathways to study

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes. 

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option
    Taught 60 points
    Grade required
    GPE Grade Point Equivalent 3.0
  • Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.5

    No bands less than 6.0.

    See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Taught 60 points

You must have completed a relevant Bachelors degree with a Grade Point Equivalent of 3.0. A Bachelors degree in applied science, architecture, commerce, construction, engineering, information technology, science or technology may be considered relevant.

Other pathways to study

In exceptional circumstances Senate or its representative may approve admission of a student who has extensive, relevant, practical, professional or scholarly experience.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

How much does a Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering Project Management cost per year?

2026 fees

Domestic students
NZ$6,427.20*
International students
NZ$27,742*

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.44 per point, estimated at $566.40 for full-time study (60 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Key dates

Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Application closing dates

Semester One 2027
8 December 2026
Semester Two 2027
8 July 2027

Start dates

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

The PGCertEPM is largely seen as a pathway for future study, though it also serves as a supplement to your undergraduate degree with the essential foundations for professional development within the project management field. Our graduates have found our project management methodologies to be applicable in a broad range of companies beyond technology and engineering.

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