Master of Governance and Leadership
James Cook University JCU
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00117J
Gain advanced knowledge of governance and the leadership of institutions and organisations. Become a business leader through practical experiential learning, including access to industry partners and the Governance Institute of Australia. Youll develop specialist expertise in either leadership, conflict management and resolution or economics. JCUs Master of Governance and Leadership is designed to empower you to pursue professional development in the areas of management and leadership. You will develop an in-depth understanding of leadership in casual, professional and organisational contexts. Study how governance operates on social, political and national levels and develop a micro and macro view of leadership principles and methods at work.This governance and leadership degree has eight core subjects that cover key topics such as leading organisational change, conflict analysis, sustainable economics, policy analysis and management, and state governance. In addition to these core subjects, you tailor the degree to support your career goals by choosing one of three options: a small-scale research project; pursuing one of three available majors (listed below); or customising your coursework, an option that must be approved by your course coordinator.
Structure
36 credit points by coursework
Subjects
- Conflict management and resolution
- economics
- leadership
Standard entry requirements
- AQF Level 7 bachelor degree with 4 years relevant work experience
- Equivalent
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| JCU Online | Domestic: $45,954 International: $54,300 | No |
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| JCU Townsville | Domestic: $45,954 International: $54,300 | No |
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Further information
International student visa-holders must not enrol in more than one third of the total credit points for the course in online, distance or external study. This course is also available to international students by offshore external study.
