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Project Administrators take care of all the administrative and compliance tasks related to an organisational project. Their chief responsibility is to maintain the project’s paper-trail, ensuring that proper documentation and compliance reporting is in place.
As a Project Administrator you could be processing invoices, paying suppliers, booking contractors, arranging meetings of the project team, preparing reports, assisting with budgets, checking sub-contractor licences and permits, or liaising with the project officer.
There are 8 courses available for people who want to become a Project Administrator. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
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Please note - this is not a building related course. The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management is for dedicated project managers and team leaders who have been assigned to a major project. You will learn how to scope and cost out a project, then manage the budget, quality, resources and work teams. Choose electives that support your job role including: communication, compliance and governance, critical thinking, team leadership, procurement, ICT and information systems. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, study outcomes, and enrolment opportunities. Learn more.
Please note - this is not a building related course. If you want to be assigned to the next project team, try the BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice. This nationally recognised qualification covers the essential project management techniques as well as risk management, procurement, HR, stakeholder engagement, cost management, digital security, and contract law. Choose electives that support your actual job role and graduate ready for work as a project administrator, contractors officer, or QA officer. Enquire now for the full list of study units, course outcomes, and training centres. Learn more.
The Diploma of Project Management is suitable for students desiring a career in a project leadership and management role and responsible for achieving project objectives. Students will gain a complete set of skills relating to project management including in depth studies of a project’s: scope, time, costs, quality, HR, IT and communication, risk, stakeholder engagement, governance and procurement. Learn more.
The Certificate IV in Project Management Practice is suitable for students who need to identify and apply project management skills and knowledge while working as contracts officers, project administrators, quality officers and small business operators. During the training course students will learn how to apply project scope management techniques, apply quality management techniques as well as assist in producing a project budget. Learn more.
The Advanced Diploma of Program Management (BSB61218) is a high-end qualification for business leaders or specialised consultants who need the skills to drive an organisation through change or improve group performance. You’ll learn how to execute and monitor a set of interrelated projects while implementing program governance, compliance, and risk management. Graduate with corporate level skills in collaboration and networking. Enquire now for a detailed course outline. Learn more.
In Australia, a full time Project Administrator generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the role.
There are no clear figures on Project Administrators working in Australia at this time. Project Administrators work in all industries and employment sectors, but many work in building, civil construction, government, and IT.
Source: Australian Government Job Outlook 2020
Project Administrators need business administration skills as well as formal qualifications in Project Management. We recommend the Certificate IV in Project Management Practice or the Diploma of Project Management. These courses take 12-18 months to complete. The Certificate IV in Business Administration will also be helpful.
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Here are some potential career pathways within project management. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Project Management
Project Coordinator
$960 weekly pay
Project Administrator
$1,250 weekly pay
Project Manager
$1,650 weekly pay
Change Manager
$2,150 weekly pay
Program Manager
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