Queensland University of Technology
Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
Gain an in-depth understanding of health management and learn effective strategies for leading the delivery of health services.
Course overview
Highlights
- Prepare for a role as a manager in the chosen health field.
- Graduate eligible for membership of the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM)
- Complete in 2 semesters full-time or 4 semesters part-time.
- Flexible study options include on-campus or external.
The Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership program is ideal for clinicians interested in pursuing a management or executive career in health policy or health care.
The Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership provides students with an in-depth understanding of the underlying principles of health management. Graduates can pursue a managerial position within their chosen health field.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
To earn the Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership, you need to complete a total of 96 credit points.. Each unit is worth 12 credit points.
Core units
Complete the following units:
- Economic Evaluation for Healthcare Decision Making
- Population Health
- Health Management Principles and Practice
- Health System Challenges and Opportunities
- Health Care Law and Ethics
- Operational Management in Healthcare
- Leadership in Healthcare
Electives
Choose one unit from the list below:
- Implementation Science - Theory and Application in Health
- Health Statistics
- Foundations of Digital Health
- Clinical Informatics for Intelligent Healthcare
- Quality Management in Health
- Disaster Risk Management in Health and Community Services
- Health Policy in a Global Context
Entry requirements
You must have a recognised bachelor's degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.
Recognition of Prior Learning
You may be able to have your past studies or work experience count as credit towards your QUT course. QUT call this 'advanced standing'. That means you might not have to complete all the units in your course structure. You may be able to graduate sooner. Exemptions are assessed individually – talk to QUT's Course Consultant for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduates have been employed in government health departments, hospitals, public and private divisions of general practice, health insurance agencies, community health centres and universities.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative 2026 fee: $29,700 per year full-time for 96 credit points (domestic full-fee paying place)
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. QUT reviews fees annually. They may be subject to increases.
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.
