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Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management (MGC601.1)
Please note these are the 2026 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
1.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Health | Discipline of Psychology |
View teaching periods | 880823 |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 7.0, with no band score below 7.0.
For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this course please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 1.0 years | |||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Health | Discipline of Psychology |
View teaching periods | |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 7.0, with no band score below 7.0.
For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this course please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Explore the challenges faced in a modern healthcare setting
This course explores leadership and management in healthcare. You will gain practical experience and theoretical knowledge of leadership tactics, resource management, HR issues and managing strategy implementation and change.
Explore contemporary and real-world problems in healthcare through online learning with a face to face workshop per unit. Units will enhance your skills and abilities through self-reflection, communication exercises, group work and face to face intensive content.
This course allows you to tailor your learning outcomes to real experiences in your workplace. This approach makes it easier to fast track your learning towards your desired professional development outcomes.
Study a Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management at UC and you will:
- explore challenges facing those in leadership positions in a contemporary healthcare setting
- develop a deeper understanding of current theory and best practice in health leadership
- exercise self-evaluation and reflect upon personal performance for professional development
- learn to effectively implement newly gained skills and understanding of theory to your existing role
- engage in workshop intensives to apply practical knowledge in real-life scenarios
- benefit from professional networking opportunities across the health industry.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
Explore issues from your current work environment as topics in your learning. Engage with industry experts and peers through the attendance of practical workshops for strong professional networking opportunities.
Career opportunities
Open up career opportunities across both public and private clinical practices such as:
- Nurse Unit Manager
- Assistant Director of Nursing
- Leadership roles in policy
- Health service management
- Executive roles
- Allied Health HP 4,5 & 6.
Course-specific information
To apply for this course students must have an undergraduate degree in health and/or graduates working in the health sector in leadership positions. If you're unsure if you meet the entry criteria, please get in touch.
Professional accreditation
None.
A. At least one year's work experience in the health sector; and
B. An undergraduate degree in a health discipline OR an undergraduate degree plus currently working in the health sector.
Assumed knowledge
Work experience in the health sector.
Periods course is open for new admissions
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 02 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 27 July 2026 |
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management (MGC601) | 12 credit points
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
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Course duration
Standard 1 year part time. Maximum 3 years from date of enrolment to date of course completion. This course is only available for part-time enrolment.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Critically analyse and evaluate core and contemporary concepts and theories of health organisation leadership and management. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; Communicate effectively; and Take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; Be self-aware; and Adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas. |
| Analyse a range of issues and challenges in the delivery of safe, appropriate and evidence-based healthcare in a range of settings and contexts, and generate plans to address these challenges. | UC graduates are professional: Communicate effectively; Use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; and Display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload. UC graduates are global citizens: Make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas. |
| Interrogate the implicit and explicit hierarchies of power and influence in healthcare settings and discuss the impact of these hierarchies on the practice of health professionals and delivery of healthcare. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; Communicate effectively; Display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; and Take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; and Behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; Be self-aware; and Adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas. |
| Develop and/or strengthen their capacity as leaders and/or managers who are able to reflect on their performance as individual practitioners and members of multidisciplinary teams. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; Communicate effectively; Display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; and Take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; Make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; and Behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. |
| Make ethical, socially responsible and sustainable business decisions in a complex business environment demonstrating a high level of personal autonomy and accountability. | UC graduates are professional: Communicate effectively; Use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; and Display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload. UC graduates are global citizens: Make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas. |
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management | GradCert HealthLeadership&Mgt |
Enrolment data
2023 enrolments for this course by location. Please note that enrolment numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.
| Location | Enrolments |
|---|---|
| UC - Canberra, Bruce | 23 |
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students | Email health.student@canberra.edu.au or Phone (02) 6201 5838 |
| Prospective Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
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