Study the Certificate in Project Leadership online and gain practical skills to coordinate and support projects across any industry.
Study the Certificate in Project Leadership online and gain practical skills to coordinate and support projects across any industry.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
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Foundations of Project Leadership
Strategic Project Identification and Analysis
Comprehensive Project Planning & Design
Leadership in Project Implementation
Monitoring, Control, and Adaptive Leadership
Project Closure, Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
Technical Skills for Project Leaders
Leadership Skills for High-Performance Teams
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Advanced Decision Making & Problem Solving
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Courses are accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Unlimited access to course materials and tutor support available during business hours via phone and email.
Includes CV help, interview preparation, access to CV templates, personalised CV review, job tips, and career planning support.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, industry connections, and access to top recruiters and employers.
Fully online course with 24/7 access, allowing students to study at their own pace and schedule.
Receive a virtual Student ID card upon enrolment, providing access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and around the world.
Verify your qualification with SEEK Pass upon completion to stand out to employers on SEEK as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
Access to over 50 titles to enhance learning and knowledge.
Free access to over 50 titles to enhance learning and knowledge.
Free CV and LinkedIn profile reviews, interview coaching, and personalised career…
The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
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This certificate covers the core disciplines of project leadership: planning, scheduling, risk management, stakeholder communication, and team coordination. Students work through approximately 100 hours of self-paced content, assessed without exams. Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits people new to project management and those already working in support roles who want to formalise their skills.
The course is accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and students receive a verifiable digital credential on completion via SEEK Pass. Access to course materials is unlimited throughout the six-month study period, with tutor support available during business hours.
Enrolment includes access to the Career Centre, a CV review service, interview preparation support, and the CCH eBook library with over 50 titles. A virtual Student ID card is also provided, giving access to more than 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and internationally.
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Last updated: July 2026