Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Organisational Development

About the course

This Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Organisational Development builds practical capability to lead people and support change across organisations. You’ll develop core skills in leadership practice, organisational development and managing teams, with a focus on applying contemporary tools to real workplace challenges. The qualification can support career progression or provide a pathway into further postgraduate study in management and organisational leadership.

Career outcome

Graduates may move into or strengthen leadership and people-focused roles across private, public and not-for-profit organisations. The program supports capability for managing teams, leading change initiatives and improving organisational performance and culture. Typical opportunities include team leader or supervisor roles, people and culture/HR support positions, organisational development officer roles, and project or change support roles in business units. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)