Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
- Degree Structure - Start In
- Semester 1 or 2 (February or July) 2027
60
Overview
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management is designed for health professionals who may be already working in or looking to step into leadership and management roles. You will develop practical skills in leading teams, improving services, and managing change in complex health environments. The programme is delivered in a blended format — combining online study with in-person block days — so you can continue working while you study. A strong emphasis on equity, bicultural practice, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi prepares you to lead effectively across Aotearoa New Zealand's diverse health sector.
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
- Develop the capability to lead health service improvement and team-based initiatives.
- Gain knowledge of leadership and management principles in health contexts.
- Learn to apply core concepts to professional practice, and how to communicate effectively in organisational settings.
- Engage with real-world health system challenges through case studies and applied assessments, developing your ability to lead confidently in complex, multi-disciplinary settings.
- Develop your understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity, and culturally responsive leadership — essential capabilities for leading in Aotearoa New Zealand's health sector.
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
To apply to the PGCertHLM, you will need to have previously completed any Aotearoa New Zealand bachelor’s degree with a B Grade Point Average or better, or other qualifications of an equivalent standard.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online with myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
The PGCertHLM is made up of a total 60 points, which includes one compulsory course in healthcare leadership, and three elective courses in a variety of topics in leadership development.
Starting in February or July 2027, the programme will take 6 months full-time to complete, or can be studied part-time within 2 years.
For the full requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management.
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
Compulsory courses
Elective courses
Choose 30 points from the following:
MBAD605 Leading People and Performance (10 points)
MBAD615 Leading Ourselves (10 points)
MBAD617 Leading Complex Systems (10 points)
MBAD631 Leading Business Strategy (10 points)
MBAD642 Leading Teams (10 points)
MBAD643 Leading Decisions and Change (10 points)
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
UC also offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Leadership and Management, which offers the same courses as the Certificate plus additional compulsory and elective courses.
You can apply to have your completed courses transferred to the Diploma, or study a Master of Health Leadership and Management.
Team leader or supervisor roles in health and community services
Project or service coordinator roles
Emerging leadership in health organisations, NGOs, or government agencies
