Peak Services
Diploma of Project Management
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This course is recommended for those with extensive vocational experience in project roles seeking a formal project management qualification.
On successful completion of your course and all assessments, you will receive a Nationally recognised qualification outlining the course completed and the units within that course.
Delivery mode
Peak Services offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Level 1, 25 Evelyn Street, Newstead
- Boland’s Centre, 14 Spence Street, Cairns
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Has a minimum of two-years full-time employment, working with Council’s projects and administration processes; and
- Holds a position which requires you to undertake projects within the Council’s operations; or
- Acquired a completed Performance Appraisal statement within the last twelve months, reflecting your competencies within Council’s Projects and Administration sector.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Project Management will prepare you for the following roles.
Project Administrator
Project Administrators take care of all the administrative and compliance tasks related to an organisational project. Their chief responsibility is...
Project Manager
Project Managers oversee projects and are responsible for ensuring a project meets all its objectives, milestones, deliverables, and compliance res...
Project Officer
A Project Officer performs a range of duties surrounding a particular work project. You might have a specialised role such as managing a budget or...
Scheduler
A Scheduler sets appointments for staff at an organisation. You’ll organise meeting times for sales colleagues with clients or prospective customer...
IT Project Manager
IT Project Managers direct IT procurement and implementation projects including software and application development, hardware installations, cloud...
Project Coordinator
Project Coordinators are a critical member of the project team, keeping everyone focused on their targets, deadlines, and budget constraints. They...
Regional Manager
A Regional Manager coordinates operations for a business or organisation in a designated geographical area. You might oversee operations at all sto...
Governance Coordinator
A Governance Coordinator performs a range of duties to implement checks and controls within an organisation. You might develop policies and procedu...
ICT Project Manager
An ICT Project Manager oversees technology projects within an organisation. You might work in various industries, managing projects that involve so...
Digital Project Manager
A Digital Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of digital projects, such as website developments, software implementation...
Corporate Services Manager
Corporate Services Managers are high-end professionals who oversee the organisation’s day-to-day operations and business administration. Their role...
Senior Risk Manager
Senior Risk Managers oversee an organisation’s risk management function and work with the executive committee to improve business efficiencies and...
Park Manager
Park Manager oversees daily operations of parks, ensuring high standards of customer service and facility maintenance. Responsibilities include man...
Wind Turbine Engineer
A Wind Turbine Engineer is somebody who designs and creates systems that can harness the power of wind. This power is typically processed through a...
Investigation Manager
An Investigation Manager conducts audits on government departments to check for fraudulent activity. You might respond to concerns expressed by var...
National Security Adviser
A National Security Adviser is responsible for providing strategic guidance on national security issues, developing and implementing policies, and...
Field Engineer
A Field Engineer installs and maintains equipment in various locations. You might carry out inspections and perform necessary adjustments or repair...
Innovation Coordinator
An Innovation Coordinator drives the development and implementation of new ideas and processes within an organisation. You might work in various se...
Chief Innovation Officer
A Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) spearheads the development and execution of strategic initiatives aimed at driving innovation within an organisati...
Data Analytics Consultant
A Data Analytics Consultant leverages data to provide insights and recommendations that help organisations make informed decisions. This role typic...
Logistician
Logisticians are distribution professionals who ensure the efficient movement of raw materials, inventory, retail and wholesale products. Their pri...
Innovation Manager
An Innovation Manager drives and manages innovation initiatives within an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, a government agency,...
Purchasing Officer
Purchasing Officers source raw materials, inventory, and other supplies while striving for the best prices and highest quality materials according...
Quality Assurance Engineer
A Quality Assurance Engineer ensures that products and services meet specified standards of quality. You might work in a manufacturing plant, softw...
Data Consultant
A Data Consultant is responsible for analysing and interpreting complex data sets to help organisations make informed business decisions. This role...
Strata Manager
A Strata Manager attends to the daily operations of a strata property. You’ll need to make sure everything is running smoothly from collection of s...
Planning Officer
A Planning Officer assesses development applications, ensures projects meet regulations, and liaises with stakeholders. They evaluate proposals, co...
Student Experience Officer
A Student Experience Officer works with students to make sure they’re getting the most from their educational experience. You might work at a schoo...
Regional Coordinator
A Regional Coordinator manages operations within a designated area, focusing on service delivery and compliance with standards. Responsibilities in...
Conservation Manager
A Conservation Manager works to protect environmental areas from development or degradation. You might focus on wildlife or plant preservation, are...
Real Estate Agency Manager
A Real Estate Agency Manager oversees the agency's daily operations, ensuring efficient property sales, leasing, and customer service. Responsibili...
Sustainable Farmer
A Sustainable Farmer works on an agricultural operation using farming practices that protect the property from long term environmental impacts. You...
Automated Tester
An Automated Tester evaluates software applications by designing and executing automated test scripts to ensure functionality, performance, and rel...
IT Auditor
An IT Auditor evaluates an organisation's information systems, ensuring they are secure, efficient, and compliant with regulations. You might work...
Resilience Officer
Resilience Officers are responsible for ensuring business continuity across all areas of the organisation, with a focus on operations, supply chain...
Head of Procurement
Procurement Managers oversee the sourcing of raw materials, stock, goods and services. They negotiate the best possible prices for the organisation...
Infrastructure Engineer
An Infrastructure Engineer designs, builds, and maintains essential systems like roads, bridges, and water supply networks. You might work on proje...
Engineering Technician
An Engineering Technician supports engineers by applying technical skills to the design, development, and maintenance of engineering systems. You m...
Operations Officer
An Operations Officer is essential for maintaining efficient organisational processes across various sectors. Key responsibilities include coordina...
Gym Manager
A Gym Manager looks after a range of activities at a gym facility. You’ll ensure the facility meets correct standards and all equipment is properly...
Fitness Centre Manager
A Fitness Centre Manager takes care of the overall running of a fitness facility. You might supervise staff and ensure they are properly trained fo...
Conference Manager
A Conference Manager oversees the running of a conference, industry event or large meeting of stakeholders. You might liaise with industry represen...
Event Director
An Event Director oversees the overall development of a range of special events. You might work for an event organisation company or lead the event...
Exhibition Manager
An Exhibition Manager organises showcase exhibitions for a range of industries and special interest groups. You might liaise with stakeholders to d...
Tour Operations Manager
A Tour Operations Manager handles the daily running of a range of businesses providing services for tourists. You might manage a company providing...
Drilling Supervisor
A Drilling Supervisor oversees drilling operations in a range of industries. You’ll use specialist equipment to extract minerals, liquids or gases...
Plant Supervisor
A Plant Supervisor manages a team of staff at a manufacturing or processing facility. You’ll ensure crew targets are being met and make sure releva...
Plant Manager
A Plant Manager oversees daily operations at a manufacturing facility. You might ensure production schedules are met and make sure safety and compl...
Project Manager (Police Force)
A Project Manager (Police Force) oversees a particular program or activity carried out by police officers. You might be supervising a police operat...
Facilities Manager
A Facilities Manager is in charge of the daily running of large facilities such as shopping centres, tourist attractions or sports facilities. You’...
Technical Project Manager
A Technical Project Manager oversees large electrotechnology projects across a range of sectors. You may conduct planning activities and ensure a p...
Maintenance Manager
A Maintenance Manager carries out various duties around a holiday park or tourist resort. You might maintain yards and grounds or perform small rep...
Scrum Master
A Scrum Master oversees the use of the scrum framework during a team project. You’ll ensure staff are working together efficiently and deal with an...
Change And Communications Manager
A Change and Communications Manager oversees the implementation of major changes within a business or organisation. You might introduce changes and...
Policy Researcher
A Policy Researcher conducts thorough investigations and analyses to develop informed policy recommendations that address societal issues and impro...
Public Service Officer
Public Service Officers work for state, territory, and federal government agencies in a variety of job roles including administrative, technical, p...
International Marketing Specialist
An International Marketing Specialist develops and implements strategies to expand a business's reach in global markets. Their duties include condu...
International Project Manager
An International Project Manager oversees cross-border projects, ensuring timely completion within budget and quality standards. You’ll develop pro...
Program Analyst
A Program Analyst evaluates and improves programme performance within organisations by conducting thorough analyses of data and processes. They are...
Film Producer
A Film Producer oversees all stages of film production, including development, planning, financing, shooting, and post-production. Duties involve m...
Strategic Advisor
A Strategic Advisor provides expert guidance to organisations on long-term plans and initiatives. You might work in various sectors, including busi...
Transport Manager
A Transport Manager oversees the planning and coordination of transport operations to ensure efficient and timely movement of goods and people. You...
Film and TV Production Manager
A Film and TV Production Manager coordinates the creation of television programs, movies and other specialist productions. You’ll organise performe...
Broadcast Production Manager
A Broadcast Production Manager oversees the development of television and radio programs, as well as special broadcast events. You’ll organise prod...
Video Production Manager
A Video Production Manager organises the creation of media content for television, film or online productions. You’ll coordinate filming schedules...
Project Scheduler
A Project Scheduler coordinates the timelines and resources for projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. You might work in...
Program Leader
A Program Leader manages and oversees a specific programme or project within an organisation. You might work in various sectors including education...
Technical Manager
A Technical Manager oversees the technical operations within an organisation, ensuring that systems and projects meet technical standards and deadl...
Operations Analyst
An Operations Analyst evaluates and improves business processes to enhance efficiency and productivity. You might work in various industries, analy...
Supply Chain Analyst
Supply Chain Analysts study data from across the entire supply chain, and then translate the information into meaningful reports, infographics, and...
Strategy Manager
A Strategy Manager develops and implements plans to achieve business objectives and improve performance. You might work in a corporate setting, a c...
Inventory Planner
Inventory Planners ensure the organisation has sufficient inventory in place to supply customers — without running out of products or becoming over...
Supply and Distribution Manager
Supply and Distribution Managers oversee and organise the storage, supply, and distribution of goods produced by manufacturing companies and the pr...
Change Management Consultant
A Change Management Consultant guides organisations through transitions and transformations to ensure successful change implementation. You might w...
Marketing Project Manager
A Marketing Project Manager oversees the planning and execution of marketing projects to drive brand growth and achieve business objectives. You mi...
Design Manager
A Design Manager oversees the creative and technical aspects of design projects within an organisation. You might work in various industries, inclu...
Electrical Estimator
An Electrical Estimator plans budgets for large electrical projects. You’ll prepare costings for things such as materials, labour and equipment and...
Electrical Project Manager
An Electrical Project Manager coordinates the development of large electrical systems and equipment. You might lead a team of staff to design, buil...
Client Side Project Manager
A Client Side Project Manager ensures a client’s interests are being met during the delivery of a large project. You’ll monitor project progress an...
Business Process Analyst
A Business Process Analyst evaluates and improves organisational processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. You might work in various indus...
Project Director
A Project Director oversees the successful delivery of projects within an organisation. You’ll manage all aspects of project development from initi...
Senior Business Analyst
A Senior Business Analyst plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions, ensuring that projects align wi...
BIM Manager
A BIM Manager oversees the implementation and management of Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes within construction projects. You might...
Property Development Manager
A Property Development Manager oversees and coordinates property development projects from inception to completion. You might work for real estate...
Continuous Improvement Manager
A Continuous Improvement Manager enhances organisational processes and systems to drive efficiency and effectiveness. You might work in various sec...
Chief of Police
A Chief of Police leads a police force, ensuring the safety and security of the community. You might work in a city, town, or regional area, overse...
Police Sergeant
A Police Sergeant supervises a team of police officers, ensuring that law enforcement duties are carried out effectively and safely. You might work...
Aviation Consultant
An Aviation Consultant provides expert advice on various aspects of the aviation industry. You might work with airlines, airports, or aviation auth...
Contract Specialist
A Contract Specialist manages and negotiates contracts for various business agreements, ensuring compliance with legal and organisational standards...
Digital Transformation Manager
A Digital Transformation Manager drives the strategic adoption of technology within an organisation. You might work across various departments to i...
Chief Data Officer
A Chief Data Officer (CDO) oversees the management and strategy of an organisation's data assets. You might work in various sectors, including fina...
Nurse Manager
Nurse Managers are highly experienced clinical nurses who manage a clinical unit or health division (eg, ICU, emergency room, maternity ward). They...
Quality Control Manager
A Quality Control Manager ensures that products and services meet established standards of quality. You might work in manufacturing, production, or...
Construction Planner
A Construction Planner is responsible for coordinating and scheduling construction projects from inception to completion. You’ll work closely with...
Drilling Engineer
A Drilling Engineer designs and implements drilling plans for extracting oil and gas from underground reservoirs. You may work on-site at drilling...
Site Manager
A Site Manager oversees construction sites, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. You’ll coordinat...
Program Evaluator
A Program Evaluator assesses the effectiveness and impact of programs within an organisation. You might work in government agencies, non-profits, o...
PMO Manager
A PMO Manager (Project Management Office Manager) oversees the implementation and management of project management processes within an organisation...
Research and Development Manager
A Research and Development Manager oversees projects aimed at creating new products or improving existing ones. You might work in various industrie...
Executive Manager
An Executive Manager oversees the strategic direction and daily operations of an organisation or department. You might work in a corporate environm...
Business Architect
A Business Architect designs and aligns an organisation’s strategy, processes, and IT infrastructure to achieve business goals. You might work in v...
Sustainability Manager
A Sustainability Manager oversees and implements sustainability initiatives within an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, a govern...
IT Operations Manager
An IT Operations Manager oversees the day-to-day management of an organisation’s IT infrastructure. You might work in a corporate environment, a go...
Advertising Account Manager
An Advertising Account Manager is responsible for overseeing client accounts within an advertising agency. You will act as the main point of contac...
Economics Consultant
An Economics Consultant provides expert analysis and advice on economic issues to help businesses and organisations make informed decisions. You mi...
Investment Banking Analyst
An Investment Banking Analyst supports the investment banking team by analysing financial data and market trends to assist in mergers, acquisitions...
Senior Project Manager
A Senior Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of complex projects. You might work in various industries, including cons...
Chief Project Officer
A Chief Project Officer oversees the strategic direction and execution of an organisation's project portfolio. You might work in various sectors, i...
Promotions Manager
A Promotions Manager develops and implements strategies to enhance the visibility and appeal of a company's products or services. You might work in...
Employee Relations Manager
Employee Relations Managers are HR professionals who oversee the interests and positive working conditions of employees. They develop organisationa...
About Peak Services
Peak Services provides information and experience as well as capacity and resources in specific areas capable of delivering a range of tailored solutions to suit your needs.
Our combined professional strengths and integrated capabilities are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our people are what set us apart and we understand the specific challenges local governments face.
With our strong connection to the Local Government Association of Queensland, we share a proud legacy of working to enhance local government. All our profits go towards boosting the LGAQ’s work of advising, supporting and representing local councils across Queensland.
