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There is high demand for innovative and well-informed sports coaches, with widely recognised qualifications, in all sectors of domestic and international sport. Elite coaches, expert academics, and world-leading researchers have combined their knowledge and skills in forging this unique and enduring program that offers the latest and most innovative theory and practice. This program provides practicing coaches with the opportunity to enhance and develop quality in their professional practice and prepare them for the world of high performance coaching.

There is high demand for innovative and well-informed sports coaches, with widely recognised qualifications, in all sectors of domestic and international sport. Elite coaches, expert academics, and world-leading researchers have combined their knowledge and skills in forging this unique and enduring program that offers the latest and most innovative theory and practice in sports coaching. This program provides practising coaches with the opportunity to enhance and develop quality in their professional practice and prepare them for the world of high performance coaching.

The Graduate Diploma in Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation is a one-year, full-time coursework program in interpreting and translation offering a solid grounding in translation and consecutive interpreting. Translation is in one direction only - into students' (native) language, while interpreting is performed in both directions (Japanese to English, English to Japanese).

The Graduate Certificate in Arts in Japanese Translation is a one-year, part-time program offering a solid grounding in translation to students wishing to specialise in translation rather than interpreting. Students study translation into their A (or native) language (English or Japanese) only. Students who are not native speakers of either Japanese or English should study translation into their stronger language.

The Graduate Certificate in Arts in Japanese Interpreting is a one-year, part-time program offering a solid grounding in consecutive interpreting to students wishing to specialise in liaison interpreting, rather than conference interpreting or translation. Students will work in both directions (Japanese to English, English to Japanese). All materials covered in interpreting class are authentic and cover a range of subjects likely to arise in a real liaison interpreting setting.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a Masters-level general business degree which will equip you with the sophisticated skills required to become a successful business leader. The MBA program is ranked as one of the leading MBAs worldwide and number one in the Asia Pacific region. Its unique features set it apart from other MBA programs. UQ Business School's Leadership Capability Framework provides visible evidence of your progress. There is also the chance to put your leadership skills into practice while working with community organisations, to collaborate with the renowned Fudan University MBA iLab on an international consultancy project and explore new markets on an MBA immersion tour. UQ Business School's reputation for research and its strong links with industry ensure fresh and relevant content, while the flexible study options allow you to fit in your learning alongside your lifestyle and work commitments. The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate offer students alternative pathways to the MBA. The accelerated full-time study mode commences in early-January and early-July of each year. All classes are facilitated and taught from the UQ Brisbane City venue, 293 Queen Street, Brisbane CBD.

The Master of Architecture (MArch) is the second stage of obtaining a professional qualification in Architecture. It builds on the core skills developed in the BArchDes. Architecture is a dynamic and demanding profession, making a positive contribution to the shaping of our built environment and our culture. The essential skill of an architect is the ability to design buildings and spaces with an inherent concern for human living and working environments.

This program has been created specifically for general practitioners who want to develop or advance their knowledge and skills in sports medicine. The program provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to prevention, treatment and management of sports injuries. Students will develop the clinical knowledge, research and practical skills for evidence-based practice in sports medicine. Students will be well placed to treat different types of exercising individuals (e.g. athletes and amateur sports people), and different types of injuries sustained during sporting activities and other physical activity (e.g. muscular injuries and lumbar region injuries). An understanding of the fundamental principles of sports medicine and its applications will serve as an important backdrop within a general practice setting. These programs offer flexible, work-based learning and are delivered entirely online using proven online learning pedagogies (such as hands-on video tutorials) and discussion forums to allow contact with expert staff and other general practitioners. Assessment projects are highly practical and industry relevant and they can also be customised to your own development needs.

This program provides graduate training in all aspects of health economics, meeting the clear need for comprehensive programs in Australia and internationally. A joint initiative of UQ's School of Economics and School of Population Health, this program is designed for people intending to work in the health sector. The program offers students the opportunity to develop strong analytical skills and is a qualification which may further career opportunities in national and international health agencies. This highly specialised program provides critical insight into the complex economic issues in health sector administration, and the economic impacts of decisions. Students may take elective courses in analytical techniques, including applied econometrics, public economics, health finance, epidemiology, business and economic decision techniques, benefit-cost analysis, and health and development.

Obtaining a higher qualification in economics is a career investment. Analytical ability, critical thinking and logic are highly valued commodities, and graduates of this program have the ability to succeed in a dynamic and an increasingly competitive environment. The programs offer advanced training in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, as well as a range of elective options in fields of interest such as environmental economics, health economics and economic development. This program does not presume prior knowledge or training in economics.