Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management

Program code

3267

Available at

Nathan

Gold Coast

Mount Gravatt

Logan

South Bank

Online

Offshore

Other

Duration

1 year part-time

Credit points

40

Indicative fee

$16,000.00* per year (more)
* 2024 indicative annual fee

Admission requirements

  • Any Bachelor degree or higher
  • Relevant work experience

    (more)

Commencing in

Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management is designed to suit the professional development needs of middle level managers in industry and government, enhancing existing practice and preparing for more senior leadership roles.

Developed and taught by industry professionals in active leadership roles, this degree is focused on practical organisational challenges. You'll learn about contemporary management and leadership practice and apply this knowledge to current scenarios from your workplace.

You'll develop an understanding of the different types and purposes of teams, and learn how to boost team performance through effective leadership. You'll hone your creative thinking skills and be equipped to convert great ideas into reality through collaboration and positive risk-taking. As a graduate, you'll have the skills and knowledge to translate vision and strategy into action and effectively manage transformation in your organisation.

Related programs

Code Program title Campus Intake
3047 Graduate Certificate in Business Administration Gold Coast, Online, South Bank Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3
3267 Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (this program) Online Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3
5158 Master of Business Administration Gold Coast, Online, South Bank Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3

Note: Progression is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.

Attendance information

This program is offered part-time online to International students via online study only.

This program is not available to International students studying in Australia on a student visa.

Work-integrated learning

The teaching of the program involves processes and assessment which draw upon a students current and prior professional experience and allowing effective integration with work.

My career opportunities

Graduates of this program will be well equipped with 21st century leadership and management skills that are highly valued by employers.

With a postgraduate qualification, you will be well positioned for senior management roles and may find career opportunities in a variety or areas such as private enterprise, government, and not-for-profit organisations.

Pathways to further study

Students who successfully complete this Graduate Certificate will be eligible for entry to the Master of Business Administration (5158). Eligibility conditions apply. Students will receive 40 credit points of credit towards the requirements of the Masters program.

Students who successfully complete this Graduate Certificate will be eligible for entry to the Master of Business (5632). Students will receive 40 credit points of credit towards the requirements of the Masters program.

International students

An International student is one who is not:

  • an Australian or New Zealand citizen or
  • a Pacific Engagement visa holder or
  • a person who has Australian permanent resident status.
Indicative annual tuition fee

The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points (two full-time trimesters).

The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

Tuition fees
  • An International student pays tuition fees.
  • Students are liable for tuition fees for the courses they are enrolled in as at the census date.
  • The tuition fee for students who commence their program prior to 2014 is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student commenced the program.
  • The tuition fee for students who commence their program from 2014 onwards is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student is enrolled.

Program fees for the Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (3267)


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Changing programs

If an International student changes to a different program they will be subject to the approved program fee for the trimester in which they are enrolled.

Permanent resident status

If an undergraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will be provided with a domestic fee-paying place.

The student may then apply for a Commonwealth supported place at the next admission period provided that the student satisfies the conditions for transfer from a domestic fee-paying place to a Commonwealth supported place as set out in the Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy.

If a postgraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth supported place (subject to availability) or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program.

If a research student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program.

Further information