Postgraduate Guide Fremantle 2021

74 | NOTRE DAME AUSTRALIA POSTGRADUATE GUIDE MEDICINE Graduate Diploma of Health Leadership The Graduate Diploma of Health Leadership further develops students understanding of key leadership principals in areas of interest to them, choosing from management and leadership courses provided across the university. Program code: 4168 Commencement: Semester 1 and Semester 2 Duration: 2 years part-time Study mode: Blended learning Why study this program? At the University of Notre Dame Australia, School of Medicine, we are dedicated to the provision of education that is designed and presented in collaboration with the health sector to support the translation of learning into practice. The Graduate Diploma of Health Leadership (GDHL) comprises a comprehensive overview of the core principles of management and leadership within the complex health arena, in which consumers and their significant others play a central role. Students complete three foundational courses focused on leadership theory, systems-focused thinking and ethics for professional life, with a further three self- selected specialist courses. Program summary Year One • Contemporary Leadership in Health A • Contemporary Leadership in Health B • Systems-focused Thinking A • Systems-focused Thinking B Year Two • Contemporary Leadership in Health A • Contemporary Leadership in Health B • Systems-focused Thinking A • Systems-focused Thinking B • Ethical Issues in Professional Life Plus three elective courses, chosen from: • Reflective Practice in Health • Interpersonal Communication • Organisations: Power, Leadership and Transformation • Negotiation Skills • Strategic Workforce Issues • Leading Change Entry requirements To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma of Health Leadership applicants must meet the following specific requirements: • As a minimum qualification, a recognised Bachelor degree in a health profession • Evidence of specific professional and/or industry experience WA Health nursing and midwifery employees require evidence of organisational support. Please refer to the online application form for health manager/executive signature.