Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Organisational Coaching and Leadership

The Graduate Certificate in Organisational Coaching and Leadership from Charles Sturt University equips you with the knowledge and skills to lead and manage high-performing, dynamic organisations. This course has been designed and is delivered by both Charles Sturt University and the Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL), a global leader in coaching education. You’ll study the leadership subjects with Charles Sturt and the coaching subjects with IECL.

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
• Additional information: Professionally accredited course

Why Study with Us?

• Industry certification: The IECL component of this course provides two units of ICF Accredited Coach Education and potential pathways towards International Coach Federation (ICF) credentials.
• IECL coaching subjects - the benefits of membership: IECL membership allows you to take advantage of reduced rates on the IECL subjects in this course.
• Valuable skill set: Comprising two Charles Sturt University subjects and two IECL subjects, this course equips you with foundational capabilities in organisational coaching and leadership theory, practice and methods.
• Convenient online study: The IECL component of your graduate certificate is delivered online and includes a three-day experiential workshop, delivered via Zoom in multiple time zones.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Organisational Coaching and Leadership is designed to provide a theoretical and practical grounding in organisational coaching and leadership. It gives organisational coaches a rigorous coaching methodology that can be used to implement high-performance coaching at all levels of organisations. As a graduate, you'll be well-positioned to take on greater leadership responsibilities and address contemporary coaching and leadership challenges - whether in corporate, government, small business or not-for-profit roles.

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. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Essential Set (32 pts)

• Core subjects 16 Credit Points: Credit only; based on completion of IECL Organisational Coaching Level 1 Certification and completion of IECL Organisational Coaching Level 2 Certification.
• Restricted elective 16 Credit Points: Select two (2) subjects from the following:
  • MGM501: Theory to Practice of Leadership
  • MGT549: Toxic Leadership
  • MGT559: Contemporary Issues in Leadership
  • MGT568: Difference and Leadership
  • MGT569: The Leadership Challenge
  • MGT584: Leadership in Teams

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:
  • 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)

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: Applicants are required to have relevant professional attainment/work experience PLUS an undergraduate degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent) and/or enrolment in/completion of relevant IECL subjects. Applicants may also be considered on the basis of relevant professional attainment and/or work experience alone.
• 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.

We also have several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first. Find out what admission pathways are available to you.

How to Apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

• Apply via UAC: Important dates - Refer to key dates on the UAC website
• Apply via VTAC: Important dates - Refer to key dates on the VTAC website
• Apply directly to Charles Sturt: Important dates - Check out our direct application closing dates

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