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Learn through reflection and application to make an immediate impact on your career and workplace.
12-month fast-tracked master's degree⁺
Complete this degree while you work to graduate sooner, and at a lower cost.
100% online and flexible
Our postgraduate courses are designed to fit study around your busy schedule.
Ranked one of the top 10 universities in Australia*
#1 university in Victoria for student satisfaction^
Top 1% of universities worldwide#
Build knowledge from your existing experience, not from the ground up
Deakin’s Master of Leadership is designed for experienced professionals who value the importance of effective leadership and its impact on organisational success.
This new kind of online postgraduate degree uses Professional Practice credentials to recognise the knowledge you’ve acquired through learning and experience. Coursework and reflection enhance your approach to leadership by strengthening your skills and capabilities.
Upon completion, you’ll be able to apply what you learn to make an immediate impact on leadership challenges in your workplace.
Entry requirement
Entry into the Master of Leadership degree will be based on:
- Bachelor 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.
Top Leadership Skills That Make A Great Leader
Empathy
Involves the ability to sense people’s emotions, imagine what they might be thinking, understand how your actions affect others and whether you’re communicating effectively.
Strategic Thinking
Leaders who think strategically, are better able to achieve goals and overcome obstacles.
Creativity
Creative leaders can transform new and innovative ideas into reality, ask questions and find new solutions.
Adaptability
Adaptable leaders are able to adjust to constant changes in their environment.
Communication
Leaders who are great communicators listen carefully and get messages across with influence, and use powerful techniques to inspire others through meaningful stories.
Course structure
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 a Professional Practice Credential, you must demonstrate the capabilities you’ve acquired in a leadership role.
Download the course guide to find out more about the units and the Professional Practice credentials.
Ready to advance your career?
I thoroughly enjoyed my study time and my experience, which was enriched through the support of my Course Adviser and Academic Supervisor.
Odette Meli, Deakin Graduate
The online platform used by Deakin University is of a very high standard. It offered various options to engage with classmates and tutors.
Danette Oughton, Deakin Graduate
I know no other University which acknowledges and credits you for the leadership skills you exhibit in your job.
Brian William O'Neill, Deakin Graduate
The online Master of Leadership at Deakin University provided the perfect platform to refine my leadership skills.
Franci Buljat, Master of Leadership Graduate
I would highly recommend studying through Deakin University Online. The program is well-structured, the faculty is supportive.
Liesl Freeman, Master of Leadership Graduate
*ARWU Rankings 2019
^Australian Graduate Survey 2010–2015, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016–2018 (GOS), Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT)
#ARWU Rankings 2019