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About the course
The Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Professional Leadership and Management is designed to advance professional veterinarians and veterinary students through specialist training in organisational leadership and management. You study management coursework drawn from the Master of Management program, covering a broad spectrum of management activities relevant to veterinary and related settings. The course also includes industry placement experiences culminating in a capstone placement subject.
What you might learn
Students develop theoretical and practical management knowledge to become effective leaders and managers in a range of organisational contexts. The course builds capability in business decision-making, motivating and leading people, and developing organisational strategies. Through applied learning and placement-based experience, students learn to translate management concepts into professional practice.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue leadership and management roles within veterinary practices, hospitals, and animal health organisations. The qualification supports progression into practice management, team leadership, and operational or strategic management roles across veterinary and related sectors. The industry placement component strengthens employability by providing practical experience in real management settings.
Entry requirements
IELTS 6.5: with no band less than 6.0
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
