C06033v3 Graduate Diploma in Local Government Management

Overview

Today's local government manager must have a high level of professional expertise together with a broad range of managerial skills and a sound understanding of the special characteristics of local government. The Graduate Diploma in Local Government Management is tailored to the local government environment, allowing managers to meet their differing professional needs while keeping up-to-date with the latest issues.

The Graduate Diploma in Local Government Management offers the opportunity to build an education program that responds to individual needs as it allows students to develop a study plan that matches the requirements of their professional development. Subjects can be studied in the workplace, through intensive block release or, in some cases, at a university or college closer to home. The program can also be used as a stepping stone to a broader master's degree or MBA.

Course aims

The course aims to provide students with knowledge, skills and competencies in the principles and practices of local government management, with particular reference to their own organisation. Through the course, students have access to a combination of both general and specialist study units via a range of flexible delivery modes. Students develop the learning skills that allow them to continue their own professional development through short courses or further academic study.

Career options

Career options include local government manager in councils.

Admission requirements

Applicants wishing to enrol in this course normally need to have a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification. However, enrolment is also available to people who do not have a degree but who can demonstrate substantial relevant work experience.

Recognition of prior learning

Students who have completed relevant previous studies may apply to the course coordinator for recognition of prior learning.

Course duration and attendance

This course is normally offered on a four-year part-time basis, with students undertaking one subject per semester.

In some circumstances, students may complete two subjects per semester therefore completing the course in two years.

Course structure

The course totals 48 credit points, made up of eight subjects.

Course completion requirements

Course program

A typical program is shown below.

Exit award

Other information

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