Australian Catholic University

Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Catholic Culture

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Develop a comprehensive understanding of Catholic identity, ethos and mission, as well as its integration with everyday leadership functions in modern organizations.

Course overview

Effective leadership in Catholic organisations is not only about engaging the energies of their people, it is also about tapping into each person’s motivation to achieve something worthwhile and focusing that motivation upon a task that is worth their commitment This university qualification was developed in collaboration with industry partners, such as Catholic Healthcare Australia and is designed for leaders of Catholic health, aged care, educational and social welfare organisations.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
6 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $2,100
More Information
The estimated per units fees are calculated based on the annual average first year fee. It applies to a study load of 40 credit points (4 units) per year.
Intake
New start dates announced soon
Units
4
Fees
More Information
The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee. It is based on a full-time study load of 40 credit points (4 units) per year.
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What you will study

To complete the Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Catholic Culture, you must complete 40 credit points.

  • Catholic Ethos and Care of the Person
  • Ethics in a Faith-Based Context
  • Catholic Social Thought in Practice
  • Leading the Mission in Catholic Organisations

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If your previous study has equipped you with knowledge, skills or experiences that align with the learning outcomes of units in this course, you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning and you may be able to complete your course sooner.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

This university qualification was developed in collaboration with industry partners, such as Catholic Healthcare Australia, and is designed for leaders of Catholic health, aged care, educational and social welfare organisations.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Average first-year fee in 2025: $8,400 (domestic full-fee paying place)

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 40 credit points (normally four units) per year.

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per semester.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of units. 

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.