Advance Diploma of Program Management
SELC’s BSB61218 Advanced Diploma of Program Management is suitable for individuals who apply a variety of knowledge and skills, together with experience in project management across a range of enterprise and industry contexts.
SELC’s BSB61218 Advanced Diploma of Program Management explores a program defined as a set of interrelated projects, each of which must have a project manager. Managers at this level must use their initiative and judgement to direct, plan and lead a range of program functions. They are accountable for personal and team outcomes with broad parameters.
Career Opportunities
BSB61218 Advanced Diploma of Program management allows access to a variety of Job roles and titles may vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Contracts Officer
- Project Administrator
- Project Manager
- Program Manager
Qualification Structure and Course Content
This course allows students to practice applying abroad range of management skills which will allow them to feel confident in the workplace. It covers a variety of workplace practices including collaborating with others, implementing change and leading others.
Module A:Manage the program
Subject | Unit of Competency |
---|---|
BSBPMG610 | Enable program execution (core unit) |
BSBMGT510 | Plan and manage the flexible workforce |
BSBPMG616 | Manage program risk |
Module B:Engage and lead the program
Subject | Unit of Competency |
---|---|
BSBPMG621 | Facilitate stakeholder engagement (core unit) |
BSBPMG624 | Engage in collaborative alliances |
BSBPMG617 | Provide leadership for the program |
Module C:Program governance and change
Subject | Unit of Competency |
---|---|
BSBPMG622 | Implement program governance (core unit) |
BSBINN601 | Lead and manage organisational change |
ICTICT602 | Develop contracts and manage contracted performance |
Module D:Develop the program
Subject | Unit of Competency |
---|---|
BSBPMG623 | Manage benefits (core unit) |
BSBFIM601 | Manage finances |
PSPMGT006 | Develop a business case |
Sample Timetable

Terms and Breaks
SELC Business and Management courses are delivered over 9 week terms, with 3 week breaks and with intakes 4 times a year.*
* Please note the Christmas/New Year break is 7 weeks.
Delivery and Assessment
All vocational courses are assessed through a combination of assessment types that may include written assignments, case studies, reports, group tasks, portfolios and/or presentations. Students must successfully pass all units to complete the qualification.
All course materials and workbooks are available for free download from SELC’s e-learning platform, or for optional purchase at $10 per unit for hard copy. Assessment workbooks are provided inclusive of course fees.
Exit point/Award
BSB61218 Advanced Diploma of Program Management (AQF – Level 6) is a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Course Entry
Academic
Have completed a Diploma of Project Management qualification.
Or have completed two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a significant level within a project or program environment within an enterprise.
English Level
IELTS proficiency level of 5.5 or above (minimum of 5 in writing) or equivalent.