Program Overview

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Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change

The Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change from Charles Sturt University is designed for managers looking for specific skills and knowledge in contemporary change management. With a strong workplace focus, this course provides a set of career-enhancing skills readily applicable to many professional careers.

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 - $17,320.00, Per 8pt subject - $4,330
• Course Points and Codes: Credit Points: 32, AQF: Level 8

Why Study with Us?

Building on your previous qualifications and experience, the Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change instructs you in the process of planning and implementing change. You'll learn to maximise the effectiveness of the change effort and minimise potential employee resistance and loss to the organisation.

Career Opportunities

In the context of rapid economic and social change, managers are increasingly required to implement transformational change in their organisations. Charles Sturt University's Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change gives you practical, up-to-date skills that are transferable across diverse roles and organisations nationally and internationally.

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 (16 Credit Points):
  • MGT540: Facilitating Change (8 credit pts)
  • MGM509: Implementing Change (8 credit pts)

Restricted Electives (16 Credit Points)

Select two (2) subjects from either Set A, Set B, or Set C:

Set A: Human Behaviour

• HRM512: Values and Conflict in Organisations (8 credit pts)
• HRM531: Organisational Politics (8 credit pts)
• HRM552: Organisational Behaviour (8 credit pts)
• HRM545: Skills of Conflict Resolution (8 credit pts)
• LAW519: Negotiation Skills (8 credit pts)

Set B: Process/Technical

• HRM502: Human Resource Management (8 credit pts)
• HRM550: Evaluating Human Resources (8 credit pts)
• HRM560: Training, Design and Development (8 credit pts)
• MGT510: Strategy and Planning (8 credit pts)
• MGT553: Project Management (8 credit pts)

Set C: Innovative/Adaptive

• HML508: Innovation and Change Management (8 credit pts)
• MGT583: Managing for Sustainability (8 credit pts)
• MGM512: Transforming Services and Operations (8 credit pts)

Costs

Course Fees

• 1 year full-time equivalent fee: $TBA
• Subject fee (8 Points): $TBA

Payment Options

• Pay all of your student contribution up front direct to the university
• Pay part of your student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)
• Defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: TBA
• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

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.

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.