If you’re looking for a rewarding career and enjoy a challenge, project administration might be the perfect career for you. Project administrators play a pivotal role in keeping teams organised, maintaining documentation, coordinating communication, and ensuring projects stay on track.
The Certificate of Project Administration is an online professional development program that provides practical, job-ready skills in supporting projects from inception through to completion.
In this project administration course, you will learn how to support project planning by understanding scope, goals, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations. You will discover the core documents and tools used in real workplaces, helping you understand how projects are structured and how administrators contribute from the early stages.
You will develop coordination and communication skills crucial to project management. You will also learn how to assist with scheduling, maintaining records, tracking responsibilities, preparing reports, and supporting risk and change management processes.
On completion of this course, you will feel confident planning and administering projects for roles in business, government, or community settings.
Course Structure
Certificate of Project Administration
Unit 1: Project Planning and Scope
- Introduction to project management
- Defining scope, objectives, and deliverables
- Identifying and analysing project stakeholders
- Project parameters and constraints
- Developing a project schedule and budget
- Using digital tools for planning and documentation
Unit 2: Project Administration and Coordination
- Coordinating project activities and team tasks
- Communication and coordination
- Using project management software for scheduling and tracking
- Managing project documentation and control systems
- Facilitating meetings and maintaining communication records
- Organisational procedures and procurement policies
- Administrative tools for monitoring progress
Unit 3: Project Monitoring, Risk, and Quality Control
- Tracking project performance against key indicators
- Risks and mitigation strategies
- Developing mitigation and response strategies
- WHS compliance and risk planning
- Quality reviews and standards
- Steps in conducting a quality review
- Status updates and stakeholder progress reports
- Using data and analytics for project decision making
Unit 4: Project Closure and Continuous Improvement
- Financial and administrative close out procedures
- Finalising project documentation and approvals
- Conducting project evaluations and performance reviews
- Steps in conducting an effective evaluation
- Lessons learned and team feedback
- Preparing final project and stakeholder reports
- Recommending improvements for future project delivery
Study Hours
Estimated duration 30 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
Easy to follow, the course content was short but precise.
S. Batchelor, Rita Island, QLD | Certificate of Project Administration
The online platform was easy to navigate and the content was easy to follow. Overall it was a positive learning experience
H.McHugo, Riverstone, NSW | Certificate of Project Administration
Overall I was satisfied with the course, I found that the learning assistance and tutor was of excellent help and I also enjoyed taking the course.
J. Van Niekerk, Germiston, Gauteng | Certificate of Project Administration
Australian Online Courses provides quick and helpful support during my study.
The material provided align with real work experience, hence give me more confidence in doing my role
D. Firstama, Balwyn North, VIC | Certificate of Project Administration
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrolment Form – Employment Services and Rehabilitation Providers
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and EFT/Direct Deposit. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for EFT and BPAY.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
- Project Administrator Assistant
- Project Administrator Officer
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