BSBPMG533 - Manage project cost
Learn to plan, monitor, and control project costs effectively. Build skills in budgeting, cost tracking, and financial strategy, empowering you to manage risk and maximise value across the project lifecycle.
40-60 Hrs (Self-paced)
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Assessments
This accredited course leads to a Statement of Attainment for BSBPMG533 - Manage project cost, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279).
Note: All assessments are aligned with the requirements of BSBPMG533 and reflect real contract performance management practices.
$330.00
Pay Per Course
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What You'll Learn?
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Identify key cost factors influencing project performance.
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Apply cost estimation methods like expert judgement, parametric, and analogous estimating.
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Create and manage project budgets aligned to organisational needs.
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Track financial performance using earned value analysis and variance reporting.
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Apply cost control techniques and contingency planning for dynamic project environments.
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Develop financial documentation and reporting that meets stakeholder and audit requirements.
Additional Learning Benefits
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Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.
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Many ICT units align with CompTIA certification, offering clear pathways to global recognition.
Topics Covered
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Project Budgeting
Estimation Methods WBS Financial Planning
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Cost Monitoring and Control
EVM Variance Analysis Cost Reporting Tools
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Financial Closure
Cost Reconciliation Audit Compliance Lessons Learned
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
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Build and justify accurate project budgets using structured estimation techniques.
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Monitor project costs using industry tools such as Earned Value Management.
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Identify and manage cost variances before they escalate.
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Apply financial control methods that support transparency and accountability.
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Drive better project outcomes through improved financial planning and cost optimisation.
Learning Pathway
SSC Online provides a flexible learning journey designed to support your goals—whether you’re upskilling, pursuing formal qualifications, or preparing for university or industry certification.
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Essential / Premium Plan: Build your knowledge and skills with flexible, self-paced learning. Access up to 100 microlearnings across high-demand fields like business, IT, project management, and cyber security.
Complete the Learning Pathway
Microlearnings: Finish all microlearnings in this pathway to build practical skills and prepare for the accredited unit.
Go Further
Accredited Units (available via Professional Plan or pay-per-certification). Complete formal assessments to earn a Statement of Attainment for nationally recognized units of competency.
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Full Qualifications: Stack your accredited units to progress toward a full nationally recognised qualification.
Your Future Pathways
After completing full qualifications or selected accredited units, you can::
- Gain credit transfer to Australian universities toward a bachelor's degree (selected units only).
- Sit for industry-recognised certification exams (e.g., CompTIA, Azure, AWS, and others) in selected ICT units only.
- Enhance your employability skills with industry-ready credentials.
*Credit transfer and certification opportunities are available for selected units only.
Certificates Included
Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)
(Available through formal qualification pathway - Professional Track)
Statement of Attainment for accredited unit
(Unlock when you add Accredited Certification or Professional Track)
SkillX Professional Certificate
(Essential & Premium)
$330.00
Pay Per Course
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