University of Western Australia
Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
This course is focused on the rapidly growing health and human services sector and equips participants with the skills to advance their careers and reach executive, senior leadership and managerial roles in the sector.
Course overview
The course is suitable for those with both a business and a clinical background working in the health sector, including medical doctors, nurses, allied health, paramedics, pharmacologists and pathologists, as well as hospital and human services administration and support services. The course is designed for those professionals seeking to enhance their skillset in decision-making and leadership and management roles, with a specific focus on making a difference in the health and community sector.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 24 points.
Core
- Strategic Management and Innovation in Health (6)
Electives
Take units to the value of 18 points:
- Healthcare Systems, Policy and Governance (6)
- Leadership in Healthcare (6)
- Organisational Change and Transformation (6)
- Health Leadership and Management (6)
Entry requirements
To be considered for admission to this course, an applicant must have one of the following:
- A bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 percent; and at least two years of professional experience in a relevant occupation or significant work experience, including at least five years with a material level of responsibility.
- Significant work experience, including at least five years with a material level of responsibility.
English language requirements
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA, and you must meet the university's English language requirements to be eligible for a place.
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
- Business Administration Manager
- Corporate Services Manager
- Health Services Manager
- General Manager
- Health Promotion Officer
- Health Researcher
- Medical Administrator
- Policy and Planning Manager
- Program or Project Manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual course fee in 2025: $40,900 (domestic full-fee paying place)
For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
