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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

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Graduate Certificate in Leadership

  • Graduate Certificate

Gain high-level skills to motivate and inspire the people around you.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Course Code
41220
Study Mode
In person

About this course

This practical leadership course equips participants with the skills to advance their careers and become an effective leader in their chosen industry, profession and within society. The Graduate Certificate of Leadership is designed for graduates from all disciplines and is also suitable for experienced professionals who did not undertake an undergraduate degree. Candidates are typically already working in roles that challenge their ability as an effective leader. The course is suitable for those wishing to further develop their understanding of their own management and leadership style, and seeking insights into how to lead others. The course equips graduates with the change leadership and negotiation skills to advance their careers into senior decision-making and general management roles.

You'll study under experienced School staff, who have had both academic and practical leadership experience at a high level. These individuals come from a variety of specialisations, undertake research into leadership, and who have active roles in businesses including as leadership consultants and mentors.

The Graduate Certificate in Leadership comprises four units which can be credited towards the Flexible MBA at UWA (which requires completion of a further eight units for a total of twelve units).

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.
Admission Requirements
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) a curriculum vitae and two satisfactory referees, as recognised by UWA.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) a curriculum vitae and two satisfactory referees, as recognised by UWA.

COURSE ENTRY
Application requirements

Applicants should submit their application online with the following documentation. High-quality colour scans of original documents are to be uploaded into the application portal prior to assessment.
  • Original proof of citizenship (one of the following):
    • passport (and visa if necessary)
    • birth certificate
    • Australian Citizenship certificate
    • Original academic transcripts (unless previously from UWA)
  • Proof of English language competency
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV) outlining your professional work experience
  • Two referee names and contact details (these can be included in your CV)

Note: Hard-copy original transcripts and degree certificates from previous studies may be requested at any time as part of the process of verifying the authenticity of any documents provided with an application. Read more here about uploading scanned documents.

If you need assistance with the application process, please contact our Future Students Team.


COURSE ENTRY
Application requirements

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Explore the career opportunities available to you.

Career Pathways
The Graduate Certificate in Leadership is suitable for professionals wishing to advance their leadership skills and take their career to the next level. Management positions can be found in almost every industry, and graduates will be well equipped for these roles.
Career Pathways The Graduate Certificate in Leadership is suitable for professionals wishing to advance their leadership skills and take their career to the next level. Management positions can be found in almost every industry, and graduates will be well equipped for these roles.
Further Study
The graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Leadership can articulate into the UWA MBA Flexible program, crediting the four units of the Graduate Certificate towards the 12-unit MBA.
Further Study
The graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Leadership can articulate into the UWA MBA Flexible program, crediting the four units of the Graduate Certificate towards the 12-unit MBA.
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Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at The University of Western Australia (UWA).
79%
Overall satisfaction
84.2%
Skill scale
89.5%
Teaching scale
67.9%
Employed full-time
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