Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (Policing and Security)

The Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) from Charles Sturt University provides the entry point for you to develop your high-level professional practice. You'll analyse the challenges of contemporary executive leadership and acquire the skills to meet them.

This course is designed for professionals working in a law enforcement, emergency services, security or similar organisations.

Key Information

• Study mode and sessions: Online
• Duration: Minimum time - 0.5 year(s), Maximum time - 1 year(s)
• Entry score: TBA
• Indicative fees:
  • International online: Full fee - $12,900.00, Per 8pt subject - $3,225
• Course points and codes: Credit Points: 32, AQF: Level 8

Why Study with Us?

The Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) explores the arenas of operational command, and motivation and engagement. These areas are critical towards building fully functional teams.

• Develop key leadership skills
• Gain contemporary knowledge
• Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security

Career Opportunities

Upon graduation, the skills secured in this course will play a crucial role in developing your leadership capabilities. You'll drive the development and delivery of strategic and operational leadership roles and review operational command priorities.

What You Will Study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations.

• Essential set (32 pts)
  • Core subjects 24 Credit Points
    • GPM413: Motivation and Engagement
    • GPM425: Applied Management in Law Enforcement and Security
  • Restricted elective 8 Credit Points
    • Select one (1) postgraduate elective subject offered by AGSPS (maximum 8 points)

Costs

• Calculate my fee: The section below is designed to allow you to select the option specific to your circumstances to discover the course fee and course offering information appropriate for you.
• Course Fees:
  • If you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, and meet the relevant citizenship and residency requirements, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place
  • A fee-paying student will pay a tuition fee for each subject in the course without the Australian government contributing any financial support to the university.

Scholarships

We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually! They cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living and individuals in unique circumstances.

Entry Requirements

• Selection rank: TBA
• Academic entry requirements: An undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant and related field. OR An unrelated undergraduate degree or equivalent, together with at least 5 years experience in policing or security or similar. OR Be able to demonstrate experience in a leadership and management role in policing, security, or similar role to the satisfaction of the Course Director.
• Language requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.
• Inherent requirements:

Credit and Pathways

If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

Related Courses

Other courses that you might be interested in…

• Graduate Diploma of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security)
• Executive Masters in International Police Leadership
• Master of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security)