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    Master of Governance and Leadership

    James Cook University

    James Cook University

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    Australia, Townsville

    University RankQS Ranking
    445

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    096857A

    Campuses

    Townsville

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesMay-2025
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    Duration 1.5 years
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 36,200  / year
    Next Intake May-2025

    Master of Governance and Leadership

    About

    Gain advanced knowledge of governance and the leadership of institutions and organisations. Become a business leader through practical experiential learning, including access to industry partners and the Governance Institute of Australia. Develop specialist expertise in leadership or complete a research project within your chosen field.

    Enhance your career prospects by learning how leadership principles and governance frameworks can influence individuals, impact communities and direct change. In this Master of Governance and Leadership degree, you will study methodologies for the management of complex social issues, legal institutions and operations in the Australian context, and how leadership techniques and ethics can be applied in diverse settings.

    JCU’s Master of Governance and Leadership is designed to empower you to pursue professional development in the areas of management and leadership. You will develop an in-depth understanding of leadership in casual, professional and organisational contexts. Study how governance operates on social, political and national levels and develop a micro and macro view of leadership principles and methods at work.

    This governance and leadership degree has eight core subjects that cover key topics such as leading organisational change, conflict analysis, sustainable economics, policy analysis and management, and state governance. In addition to these core subjects, you tailor the degree to support your career goals by choosing one of three options: a small-scale research project; pursuing a major (listed below); or customising your coursework, an option that must be approved by your course coordinator.

    If you choose to undertake a research project, you will plan and conduct independent research on a topic relevant to your field of experience or a field that you want to pursue. You will create a proposal, critical literature review, ethics and methodology outline, and summary of foundational data before conducting the research project. You will be supported by expert lecturers who will give you guidance and advice relevant to your field of research.

    Upon completion of the Master of Governance and Leadership, you’ll be ready to take on leadership and management roles across industries. You’ll have strong skills in applying governance and leadership concepts and strategies to real-world settings and issues. Become a leader with the ability to generate and explore creative solutions, work collaboratively and empathetically, navigate challenges, and establish new frameworks of achieving success.

    View the handbook for a detailed overview of subjects.

    Inherent requirements

    Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University’s learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please review the inherent requirements for the Master of Governance and Leadership.

    Majors

    Depending on your chosen career path, you can complete a thesis, customise your degree by choosing four elective subjects, or select the following major:

    Leadership

    Grow your knowledge and skills to become a mindful global leader of the future. You will complete core subjects that examine strategic decision making and develop your expertise in creating value, managing change, and working within culturally diverse organisations. Choose an elective to complement your chosen career path.

    Explore the handbook for more information on specific subjects.

    This course provides a foundation of Information Technology and Information System skills for entrants with limited IT experience. It also provides opportunities for experienced Information Technology and Systems professionals to enhance and apply their skills within emerging technology driven growth areas.

    You will learn how to apply Information Systems and Technologies in meeting current business needs in a real-world environment by integrating theoretical learnings with the practical application and experiences learnt through working on projects with real clients.

    You will graduate with relevant practical experiences to help you hit the ground running into a successful and exciting career in your chosen field.

    MITS also provides an optional opportunity for high achieving students to qualify to participate in a research project, offering valuable experience for your future career, or potentially being the first step on your path to a PhD.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    AQF Level 7 bachelor degree with 4 years relevant work experience; or equivalent

    English language requirements

    Band 2

    If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.

    English Program Requirements

    International students must attain an IELTS Academic with an average level of 7.5 or more, across the four components of listening, speaking, reading and writing; no score below level 7.0 in any of these components; and a score of 8.0 or more in the components of speaking and listening. Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.

    English competency requirements may also be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • Bachelor degree or master degree from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA, or
    • Undergraduate degree taught in English from a South African University.

    Career

    Position yourself to lead change in the sphere of governance with a JCU Master of Governance and Leadership.

    This unique degree equips graduates to pursue a career within corporate government agencies, the not-for-profit sector, community and research organisations.

    Graduates perform high-level leadership roles, managing the rapidly changing e-governance environment such as collective intelligence and social networking technologies.

    Fee Information

    +estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load


    Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
    Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 36,200 

    How to Apply

    STEP 1: Choose and research your course

    STEP 2: Prepare your documents

    STEP 3: Lodge your application

    STEP 4: Accept your offer

    James Cook University

    Master of Governance and Leadership

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