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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

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Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management

  • Graduate Certificate

Develop a deeper and more specialised understanding of the healthcare sector.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Course Code
42200
Study Mode
In person

About this course

This course is focused on the rapidly growing health and human services sector and equips participants with the skills to advance their careers and reach executive, senior leadership and managerial roles in the sector. The Graduate Certificate of Health Leadership and Management is designed for graduates of non-business disciplines and also for experienced professionals who did not undertake an undergraduate degree. Candidates are either already working in the health sector or are seeking to make a career transition into healthcare and human services delivery, but have not been exposed to formal learning in business disciplines pertinent to the modern health sector such as strategic management and innovation in health, leadership in healthcare, change and transformation in healthcare organisations and healthcare systems, policy and governance. The course is suitable for those with both a business and a clinical background working in the health sector including medical doctors, nurses, allied health, para-medics, pharmacologists, and pathologists as well as hospital and human services administration and support services. The course is designed for those professionals seeking to enhance their skillset in decision-making and leadership and management roles, with a specific focus on making a difference in the health and community sector. You'll study under teachers who have had both academic and practical business experience of the health sector at a high level. Several of those teaching actively work with health organisations as leadership consultants and strategic health service planners, change consultants and leadership mentors. Senior leaders from the health sector deliver guest presentations and masterclasses into the program. The Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management comprises four core units which can be credited towards the Flexible MBA at UWA (which requires completion of a further eight units for a total of twelve units).

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(1)(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c)at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) Significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.
Admission Requirements
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(1)(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c)at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) Significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) a curriculum vitae and two satisfactory referees, as recognised by UWA.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) a curriculum vitae and two satisfactory referees, as recognised by UWA.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency
COURSE ENTRY
Application requirements

Applicants should submit their application online with the following documentation. High-quality colour scans of original documents are to be uploaded into the application portal prior to assessment.
  • Original proof of citizenship (one of the following):
    • passport (and visa if necessary)
    • birth certificate
    • Australian Citizenship certificate
    • Original academic transcripts (unless previously from UWA)
  • Proof of English language competency
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV) outlining your professional work experience
  • Two referee names and contact details (these can be included in your CV)

Note: Hard-copy original transcripts and degree certificates from previous studies may be requested at any time as part of the process of verifying the authenticity of any documents provided with an application. Read more here about uploading scanned documents.

If you need assistance with the application process, please contact our Future Students Team.


COURSE ENTRY
Application requirements

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Explore the career opportunities available to you.

Career Pathways

Graduates will be able to analyse health systems, policies, and organisations from a business context. They'll successfully apply the theories examined in real-world settings and demonstrate leadership within the health sector.
Career Pathways

Graduates will be able to analyse health systems, policies, and organisations from a business context. They'll successfully apply the theories examined in real-world settings and demonstrate leadership within the health sector.
Career opportunities

This course could allow participants to carry out managerial responsibilities within a broad range of healthcare systems, primary health centres, hospitals or hospital networks, clinics, rehabilitation centres, non-government organisations or public health organisations.

These could include:

  • Business Administration Manager
  • Corporate Services Manager
  • Health Services Manager
  • General Manager
  • Health Promotion Officer
  • Health Researcher
  • Medical Administrator
  • Policy and Planning Manager
  • Program or Project Manager
Career opportunities
Further Study
If you choose to further your studies, the Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management can also serve as an entry point into the Master of Business Administration (MBA) Flexible, with full credit for completed units.
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Further Study
If you choose to further your studies, the Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management can also serve as an entry point into the Master of Business Administration (MBA) Flexible, with full credit for completed units.
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Course structure

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at The University of Western Australia (UWA).
83.3%
Overall satisfaction
81.7%
Skill scale
69.1%
Teaching scale
82%
Employed full-time
$111k
Average salary
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