The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Graduate Certificate in Leadership

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00126G

This practical leadership course equips participants with the skills to advance their careers and become an effective leader in their chosen industry, profession and within society.The Graduate Certificate of Leadership is designed for graduates from all disciplines and is also suitable for experienced professionals who did not undertake an undergraduate degree. Candidates are typically already working in roles that challenge their ability as an effective leader. The course is suitable for those wishing to further develop their understanding of their own management and leadership style, and seeking insights into how to lead others.The course equips graduates with the change leadership and negotiation skills to advance their careers into senior decision-making and general management roles.You’ll study under experienced School staff, who have had both academic and practical leadership experience at a high level. These individuals come from a variety of specialisations, undertake research into leadership, and who have active roles in businesses including as leadership consultants and mentors.The Graduate Certificate in Leadership comprises four 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).

Structure

  • The Graduate Certificate in Leadership consists of four units, comprising two core units and two option units. Core units: Leading Self and Leading Others
  • Organisational Behaviour. Option units: Becoming a Leader: Perspectives on Leadership Development
  • Leading Global Collaborations
  • Negotiation Behaviour
  • Organisational Change and Transformation.

Subjects

  • Leadership

Standard entry requirements

  • (1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(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.

Study pathways

Students who complete the Graduate Certificate in Leadership with a weighted average mark of at least 65% can progress into the MBA Flexible, with full credit for completed units.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Crawley Domestic: $19,850
International: $27,200
No
  • Part-time : 1 year

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