Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change Management
Victoria University
About
Our Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change Management is specifically designed for change professionals.
You will have the opportunity to critically evaluate and reflect on your understanding of change leadership.
You'll build and strengthen the capabilities required of a change professional by questioning, reflecting, learning and adopting to new ways of thinking about change management.
Designed with industry professionals to fill the qualification gap, the course is run in collaboration with industry professionals who will also teach on the program.
This semester-long program will be run in a one-week burst mode which will provide flexibility to allow you to plan around your study.
The course is designed as a pathway to entry into the Master of Change, Innovation and Leadership.
Students can also take this course as a stand-alone option.
Structure
To attain the Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change Management, students will be required to complete 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) consisting of:
- 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) professional core units
Course structure and units
- Financial Analysis Unit code BAO5734 Credits12
- Managing Change and Complexity Unit code BMO7003 Credits12
- Strategy and Strategic Change Unit code BMO7004 Credits12
- Advanced Organisational Behaviour Unit code BMO7000 Credits12
Entry requirements
Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.
If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.
Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.
Entry requirements
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineAND Five (5) years of approved work experienceORApplicants with a minimum ten (10) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.
Pathways from VU courses
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Credit for skills and past study
If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.
Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| | 1. | Critically reflect upon theoretical approaches and analyse their application to achieve effective change strategies. | |
| | 2. | Develop judgement to make effective decisions about organisational change - even when faced with imperfect or insufficient information. | |
| | 3. | Assess and manage organisational culture, diagnose problems, and implement cultural change. | |
| | 4. | Critically apply cross-disciplinary knowledge in decision making with creativity for innovation and change management contexts. | |
| | 5. | Work as a reflective leader and change practitioner to formulate, implement and evaluate industry-specific investigations to resolve complex professional problems and inform decision-making | |
| | 6. | Communicate effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences including multi-disciplinary teams, diverse cultural communities and business and other professional organisations. | |
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