Program Overview

Graduate Diploma of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security)

The Graduate Diploma of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) from Charles Sturt University is designed for professionals in operational policing and security who wish to enhance their skills and knowledge to take on senior management roles. This course provides university recognition for professional training and university-accredited programs relevant to the industry.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with multiple sessions available throughout the year.
• Duration: Minimum of 1 year, maximum of 2 years.
• Entry Score: To be announced.
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Fee-paying overseas - $25,800 per annum (full-time), $12,900 per annum (part-time).
  • Note: Fees are indicative only and based on full-time study.

Why Study with Us?

Charles Sturt University's Graduate Diploma of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) ensures that graduates will be able to initiate, plan, implement, and evaluate policing leadership activities and policies across their areas of responsibility. The course builds advanced communication skills, aligns knowledge with current practice, and is delivered by industry leaders.

Career Opportunities

The advanced skills developed in this course will enhance senior leadership capabilities, with analytical skills critical in identifying and managing competing risks and priorities. Graduates will oversee the development and delivery of strategic and operational leadership challenges and review operational command priorities.

What You Will Study

The course includes a range of subjects designed to enhance leadership and management skills in policing and security. These include:

• Motivation and Engagement
• Organisational Communication
• Applied Management in Law Enforcement and Security
• Operational Command
• Restricted electives, which can be chosen from a list of postgraduate elective subjects offered by the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security (AGSPS).

Costs

• Course Fees: Indicative fees are provided, with the actual cost dependent on the choice of subjects and their point value, whether the course allows for full-time or part-time study, and the student's preference for study mode.
• Payment Options: Various payment options are available, including paying tuition fees upfront, deferring fees through FEE-HELP for eligible students, and receiving discounts for Charles Sturt University alumni.

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: To be announced.
• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants must be employed in a leadership or management role (policing, security, or private sector) and have either an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant field, an unrelated undergraduate degree with at least 5 years of experience in policing or security, or have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (Policing and Security).
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit: Available for relevant tertiary study or work experience.
• Pathways: Admission pathways are available for students who do not meet the entry requirements at first.

How to Apply

Applications can be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), or directly to Charles Sturt University. Recruitment agents can also assist international students with the application process.

Related Courses

• Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (Policing and Security)
• Master of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security)

This course is part of an articulated program of study, allowing students to build on their study to achieve the right level of qualification for their career goals. With its strong industry connections and focus on practical, real-world skills, the Graduate Diploma of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) from Charles Sturt University is an ideal choice for professionals seeking to advance their careers in policing and security leadership.