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Master of Leadership

Study Method Online
Provider Deakin University
Start Date Mar, Jul, Nov
Deakin University

Course overview

The Deakin Master of Leadership equips you with the skills to thrive in dynamic environments. Learn to apply contemporary leadership theories, boost team performance, and make ethical decisions that drive success.

Gain industry-recognised credentials that validate your expertise, reflect on your achievements, and uncover growth opportunities. This program empowers you to inspire change, take on larger roles, and shape the future as a confident and visionary leader.

Job outcomes

  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • General Manager
  • Executive Director
  • Chief of Staff
  • Head of Strategy or Transformation
  • Leadership Consultant
  • Organisational Change Consultant
  • Principal
  • Management Consultant

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What you'll learn

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Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

Graduate in as little as 12 months*

^Students have the opportunity of fast-tracking the course in as little as one year by completing units in three consecutive trimesters and all other components within the first two trimesters of study. Completion time dependent on individual study path and unit availability.

Delivery

100% online and flexible

Study at your pace, completing in as little as 1-2 years, with all study completed onlin

Entry requirements

Entry into the Master of Leadership degree will be based on:

  • A bachelor’s degree in any discipline and at least three years of relevant work experience#,
    OR

  • Deakin’s Graduate Certificate of Leadership

#Applicable to applicants with a bachelor degree. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part time) senior managerial leadership with a high level of operational and strategic leadership responsibilities.

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Course features

Understand and strengthen your leadership style

A personalised 360-degree feedback diagnosis tailors personal and professional development throughout your study program.

Less theory, more practice

Practice-based learning emphasises guided self-reflection, workplace research, application, and feedback.

Formalise your professional experience

An AQF Level 9 master’s validates leadership skills with a research project to demonstrate expertise.

Professional Recognition

#1 for overall Student Satisfaction

Deakin is #1 in Victoria for Overall Student Satisfaction* and has been for 14 years, and one of the top universities in Australia on this measure (2023 QILT Student Experience Survey)

Top 1% worldwide for business and management

Deakin’s business and management subject offerings have been ranked in the top 1% worldwide by the QS University subject rankings.

#1 Victorian Uni for teaching quality*

To be the best, learn from the best at Victoria’s #1 university for teaching quality.

#1 Victorian uni for graduate employment*

Be in demand as soon as you graduate, with a degree from the #1 Victorian university for graduate employment.

Testimonials

  • "I would highly recommend studying through Deakin University Online. The program is well-structured, the faculty is supportive."
    Liesl Freeman
    Master of Leadership
  • "The online Master of Leadership at Deakin University provided the perfect platform to refine my leadership skills."
    Franci Buljat
    Master of Leadership
  • "I know no other University which acknowledges and credits you for the leadership skills you exhibit in your job."
    Brian William
    Master of Leadership

Subjects

You will complete four core units, two Professional Practice Credentials and four stackable short courses, or four core units, four Professional Practice credentials and two stackable short courses.

To gain Professional Practice Credentials, you must demonstrate the capabilities you’ve acquired in a leadership role.

Core Units
Leadership Practice with Impact
Core Units
The Deakin Advantage: Leadership and Professional Development
Core Units
Leadership Research Methods
Core Units
The Leadership Research Project (Capstone Unit)
Professional Practice Credentials
Driving Strategic Results (Advanced)
Professional Practice Credentials
Adaptive Mindsets (Advanced)
Stackable Short Courses
Innovation and Leadership
Stackable Short Courses
Innovation and Organisational Change
Stackable Short Courses
Sustainable Leadership to 2030
Stackable Short Courses
Crisis Leadership

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Payment options

A Deakin scholarship can open the door to new opportunities. Whether you have something unique to offer or simply need a bit of extra support to reach your goals, we’re here to help. Scholarships can assist with course fees, living costs and study materials – so you can focus on achieving your best. Explore the range of opportunities and find the right fit for you.

We love welcoming Deakin alumni back to continue their journey with us. If you’re starting a postgraduate award course, you may be eligible for a 10% discount on your enrolment fees, applied per unit. It’s our way of supporting your next step.

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About Deakin University

As one of Australia’s most progressive universities, Deakin is driven by innovation, excellence and real-world impact. We combine exceptional teaching, flexible learning and world-class research to create opportunities that lead to meaningful careers and positive change.

Guided by inclusive values and a commitment to our global partners and communities, we don’t just advance education and research – we empower it to shape a better future.

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