Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership structure

When can you start?

We have 4 enrolment periods, aligned with the New Zealand school terms: February, April, July and September. 

Structure of classes and time commitment

Designed with flexibility in mind, this programme can be taken fully online: participate in 8-week modules with live virtual learning sessions, accessible from anywhere.

Subject to course availability, it can be completed in 9 months full-time or part-time over 1.5 years (12.5 hours of study per week). Designed to fit your busy schedule, you can schedule the programme to suit your needs and availability as long as the programme is completed within 3 years.

There is also the opportunity to customise your leadership development. After taking four courses on the programme, up to 20 points (2 courses) may be substituted with other relevant postgraduate courses at an equivalent level. 

Upcoming term dates

• 28 April - 29 June 2025
• 14 July - 14 September 2025
• 29 September - 30 November 2025

Please note: these dates are provisional and may be subject to change.

Programme Structure: A Complete Leadership Journey

The programme is structured around six key leadership courses, each designed to build on the other for a comprehensive learning experience:

Leading Ourselves (MBAD615) – 10 points

Build self-awareness and reflect on your leadership capabilities. Develop ethical leadership practices, personal resilience, and strategies for professional and personal development.

Leading Teams (MBAD642) – 10 points

Master the dynamics of high-performing teams. Explore strategies for communication, conflict resolution, and adapting your leadership style to enhance teamwork and collaboration.

Leading Decisions and Change (MBAD643) – 10 points

Navigate the intersection of strategic decision-making and organisational change. Learn to design change strategies and overcome barriers using proven frameworks.

Leading Business Strategy (MBAD631) – 10 points

Develop contemporary approaches to strategy formulation and execution. Gain skills to lead strategic initiatives and build sustainable competitive advantage in complex environments.

Leading People and Performance (MBAD605)  – 10 points

Learn to optimise individual and team performance to achieve organisational goals. Explore effective leadership styles and strategies for driving results in diverse settings.

Leading Complex Systems (MBAD617) – 10 points

Unlock the power of Systems Thinking to address modern challenges. Analyse complex problems, identify interconnections, and develop resilient solutions to foster organisational success.