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Professional Certificate in Wellbeing Leadership (Online)

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The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Professional Certificate in Wellbeing Leadership promotes an evidence-based, multidisciplinary perspective on wellbeing leadership and how it can be applied across business, community and group settings. It is designed for those seeking scientifically grounded approaches to leadership that support wellbeing cultures, drawing on positive psychology and wellbeing science principles. The course explores contemporary developments in the field and emphasises translating research and theory into practical strategies for real-world contexts.

What you might learn

Students develop a foundation in contemporary wellbeing leadership, including key elements, theories and perspectives from scholars and practitioners in the field. The course builds capability to critically engage with wellbeing leadership research and apply evidence-informed leadership approaches to workplaces and communities. Learning activities are designed to support deep learning, connection with others and critical scholarship to prepare students for future application and further study.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply wellbeing leadership principles to roles that shape organisational or community wellbeing cultures, including leadership, people-and-culture, learning and development, and wellbeing-focused program roles. The qualification supports work in sectors such as business, education, health and community organisations where evidence-based wellbeing initiatives and leadership practices are valued. It may also provide a pathway to further study in wellbeing science or applied positive psychology.

Entry requirements

IELTS 7.0: with writing 7.0 and no other band less than 6.0


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$18,000 per year

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A$12,248 per year

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Information

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6 months

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Online

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PR-WBLEAD

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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