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Graduate Certificate in Educational Management

Official Abbreviation GradCertEdMgmt
Course Type Postgraduate
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 2 Off Campus
Course Duration 1 Year Part-time
Fees Full Fee
Total Credit Points 24
Overview

The course aims to serve the educational and training needs of managers in the school, tertiary and other related sectors. The course articulates with the Master of Educational Administration.

On completion of the Graduate Certificate, students will have a basic understanding of: management principles and the pivotal role of administrative leadership within educational organisations at all levels; the research and scholarly literature on trends and issues in public sector management, and organisational theory and their practical application to educational organisations at all levels; the changing external social, financial and political circumstances influencing the development of educational institutions at all levels; the emerging influence of technological change, globalisation and national and international trends in the management of educational and other public organisations; the leadership challenges of managing organisations in a time of rapid change.

How to apply

New students to UNE apply to study off-campus (distance education) through UAC. For more information, click here

Former or current students apply to study off-campus directly to UNE using the postgraduate admission form. This course is only available off-campus (distance education). For more information, click here

Intensive Schools Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

A candidate must have had appropriate experience in an educational institution or in education services delivery; and (a) hold a degree or a three-year diploma of a university; or (b) satisfy the Faculty by means of other qualifications and relevant experience (at least a two-year diploma and three years' employment in a teachng or administrative position in an educational setting) of adequate preparation for candidature.

Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules

Credit Point Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 24 credit points.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:

Course Structure

Credit Points
Core Units 6 cps
Elective Units 18 cps
Total 24 cps

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Career Opportunities

Middle manager in schools, tertiary and related sectors.

Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing None
Fast Track None
Other Benefits N/A
Honours None
Scholarships None
Further Information

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