An executive development program providing a study pathway from our Diploma level qualifications on to postgraduate qualifications. All studies are undertaken by distance education.
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Graduate Certificate in Practice Management
Application for Admission
Once you have completed the Diploma of Practice Management you can then apply for Admission to the award of Graduate Certificate in Practice Management. In addition to the formal study, applicants are required to provide evidence of at least three years relevant work experience in a field of employment approved by the Graduate School of Business (GSB). UNE Partneships will coordinate all of your admission and enrolment procedures. When your application is successful you will be sent an offer of enrolment. Upon acceptance of this offer you will be required to complete the Graduate Certificate in six trimesters, with the first stage being the Strategic Planning and Leadership Program followed by the UNE Action Learning Program
Strategic Planning and Leadership Program
The Strategic Planning and Leadership (SPL) Program is a bridging executive development course to enable articulation from vocational Diplomas to Graduate Certificates.
Module 1 - Strategic Direction (National Business Services competencies BSBMGT601A/602A)
The aim of this module is to provide a solid understanding of the strategic planning process. It will equip participants with the skills and knowledge to produce and implement an organisational strategy. It includes the strategic planning process, organisational analysis, market analysis, establishing a strategic direction, sustaining competitive advantage and developing effective strategic measurement systems.
Module 2 - Leadership (National Business Services competencies BSBMGT605A)
This module provides an overview of the nature and practice of organisational leadership. It includes organisational communication, influence and power, working as a team, gaining team commitment, styles of leadership and management and leadership planning.
SB Units
The second component of the Graduate Certificate program is comprised of two GSB units, delivered through the University of New England, which may be selected from the following:
- GSB 702 Fundamentals of Accounting and Finance for Managers
- GSB 721 Processes of Management
- GSB 731 Marketing Management
- GSB 738 Organisational Behaviour
- GSB 751 Business Ethics
- GSB 781 Special Topic in Action Learning
- GSB 782 Action Learning Project
Workload and Assessment
The Strategic Planning and Leadership Program is based on a 15 week study period with an average of ten hours study required per week. Module 1 requires the completion of two assignments, and Module 2 the completion of one assignment. The study period commences upon enrolment.
Fees
How much does it cost for a Graduate Certificate?
Fees for the Graduate Certificate program are paid in two parts. The Strategic Planning and Leadership Program has a total cost of $1400 (by distance) which is payable upon your acceptance of enrolment.
Program is also available by workshops - contact us for details - (02) 6772 0021 or gradcert@unepartnerships.edu.au
GSB units cost $1400 each. You are usually required to pay for each unit at the beginning of the trimester in which you have enrolled. You may be eligible to defer payment of the GSB units through the FEE-HELP Scheme offered by the Commonwealth Government. For more information about the FEE-HELP Scheme please visit the website at www.goingtouni.gov.au
Australian Association of Practice Managers Ltd (AAPM) Recognition
Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Practice Management satisfies all the academic requirements for Fellowship of the Australian Association of Practice Managers Ltd (AAPM), one of the highest and most prestigious levels of membership.
MBA Pathway
Completion of the Graduate Certificate in Practice Management with a Credit average or better allows articulation into the Master of Business Administration. You will receive Advanced Standing for your Graduate Certificate of 4 units toward the 12 unit MBA.