Victoria University
Graduate Certificate in Global Health Leadership
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
Lead public health change across borders. Strengthen your ability to navigate complex health systems, influence stakeholders and make evidence-informed decisions through focused study in global health leadership, economics and finance.
Course overview
Designed for professionals who want to address health challenges across national and international settings, this course explores the leadership, systems and strategic decision-making capabilities used in global public health. Entry is open to applicants with a bachelor degree in any discipline or five years of approved work experience.
Core study examines global health leadership, health systems and evidence-informed decision-making, along with economics, finance, governance and funding. You will consider how leaders establish direction, engage stakeholders, negotiate priorities and allocate resources across complex health environments. Your fourth unit is selected from Epidemiology and Biostatistics 1 or Public Health Program Management.
Delivered 100% online through VU’s Block Model, the course involves one seven-week unit at a time and can be completed in eight months of part-time study. There are no exams or textbooks to purchase. Graduates can apply to enter the Master of Public Health with credit. VU is a CAPHIA member and the curriculum is aligned with the CAPHIA Foundation Competencies.
Key facts
26th October, 2026
What you will study
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Global Health Leadership award, students must complete 48 credit points, equivalent to four units. Each unit is worth 12 credit points.
Core units
- Global Health Systems and Decision-Making
- Global Health Economics and Finance
- Global Health Leadership
Choose one of the following units:
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics 1
- Public Health Program Management
Entry requirements
To apply for the online Graduate Certificate in Global Health Leadership, you are required to have one of the following:
- Completed an Australian Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
- Five years of approved work experience.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
From shaping global health policies to implementing innovative, evidence-based solutions, VU's curriculum covers a range of essential strategies for making a lasting international impact. With a Graduate Certificate in Global Health Leadership from VU, you can unlock new career opportunities and lead initiatives that elevate global health outcomes.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Total cost for four units in 2026: $12,800 (domestic full-fee paying place)
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of four units per year.
Student annual fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities 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.
