Queensland University of Technology
Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
Prepares students to advance their careers and make a difference as leaders in health services.
Course overview
The effective management of health services is of vital importance to both the health sector and the broader community. Health service managers are responsible for the business of health care. Their skills are used to develop strategies to maximise the efficient, effective and equitable delivery of health services in a diverse range of health settings. The Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership degree is designed to equip students with the knowledge, competencies and professional attitudes to undertake managerial roles and to provide leadership within the health sector.
Key facts
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:
- Contemporary Health Management
- Health System Challenges and Opportunities
- Population Health
- Leadership in Health Care
- Health Economics: Applications and Policy
- Healthcare Law and Ethics
Electives
Choose two units from the list below:
- Disaster Risk Management in Health and Community Services
- Disaster Planning and Preparedness
- Disaster Response and Recovery
- Leadership in Disaster Management
- Quality Management in Health
- Policy, Governance and Justice
- Healthy Ageing
Entry requirements
You can gain entry into the Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership with one of the following:
- A completed recognised bachelor’s degree (or higher) in health, business or law.
- A completed recognised bachelor’s degree in any other discipline with at least three years (full-time or equivalent) experience working in health management at a middle to senior level. Middle to senior-level experience is defined as experience in supervising or leadership (e.g. with responsibility for decision-making, teamwork, quality assurance and/or policy development).
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 of this course will be skilled across a range of topics and will be able to analyse complex situations and make informed decisions that support efficient and outcomes-led healthcare delivery.
Potential career opportunities:
- Facilities Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Program Manager
- Policy Advisor
- Change Manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated total fee in 2025: $26,900 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Course fees can change depending on the units you select and any credits you receive for previous academic experience. Please note that fees are reviewed by QUT annually, which can impact the overall course fees.
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.
