Graduate Diploma of Health Management
2027 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2027 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Graduate Diploma of Health Management |
| Deakin course code | H656 |
| Course credit points | 8 |
| Course version | 2 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Health |
| Course information | For students who commenced from 2024 onwards |
| Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Online |
| Duration | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Course map - enrolment planning tool | The course map for students commencing from Trimester 1 2027 will be available soon Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| CRICOS code | 114206E Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8 |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Career opportunities
- Mandatory student checks
- Pathways
- Alternative exits
- Course learning outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Fees and charges
Course overview
Develop the leadership, analytical and managerial skills to influence positive change in healthcare systems with Deakin’s Graduate Diploma of Health Management. As Australia’s largest employment sector, healthcare offers strong career opportunities, and this course prepares you to contribute to improved health service delivery and outcomes across a range of settings.
Build expertise in healthcare systems, economics and digital health while developing the skills to manage people, resources and services. You can tailor your studies through a choice of elective units and build your capability to make evidence-based decisions that improve the quality and efficiency of care. With flexible study options, you can continue to build your expertise and progress your career in the health sector.
Indicative student workload
In the Faculty of Health you can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Career opportunities
The healthcare sector is projected to be Australia’s biggest and fastest-growing sector over the next five years, with roles for Health and Welfare Services Managers expected to grow to by 26.5%.* With a Graduate Diploma of Health Management, you will have an important role to play in managing the new projects, services and jobs that emerge from this growth.
Your skills will help prepare you for future management and leadership roles across a variety of areas including:
- public health departments
- hospital management
- nursing home management
- clinic management
- medical practices
- mental health organisations
- community health centres
- rehabilitation centres
- skilled nursing facilities
* 2021 Employment Projections – for the five years to 2026, Jobs and Skills Australia
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a National Police Record Check, a Working with Children Check or other check. Refer to the relevant unit guide.
Pathways
This course can be a pathway to:
Master of Health Management (H756)
Alternative exits
| Graduate Certificate of Health Management (H556) |
Course learning outcomes
| Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|
| Application of knowledge and skills in the selected stream of health and human services management that demonstrates creativity and initiative, evidenced through successful completion of a capstone assessment task. |
| Demonstrate communication skills to interpret, articulate and transmit information and interact professionally with clients and colleagues in a health and human services context. |
| Independently select and uses appropriate digital tools to disseminate accurate information. |
| Consistently demonstrates critical reflection and analysis in evaluating theory and processes. |
| Consistently identify multiple approaches to solving complex problems, demonstrating a high level of intellectual independence and autonomy. |
| Consistently and autonomously demonstrate responsibility and accountability for professional development including self-management. |
| Contribute and work effectively within a team environment demonstrating awareness of, and sensitivity to, difference amongst team members. |
| Consistently and sensitively adapt practices to meet the cultural, ethnic, religious, social and political backgrounds of all stakeholders. |
Note – From 2026, Deakin commenced introducing Graduate Attributes (GAs), which define the distinctive characteristics of a Deakin graduate. You may notice some courses still refer to Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLOs) during this transition period.
Course rules
To complete the Graduate Diploma of Health Management you must pass 8 credit points and meet the following course rules to be eligible to graduate:
- DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period
- 3 credit points of core units
- 1 credit point of course electives chosen from:
- 1 credit point of course electives chosen from:
- 3 credit points of course electives.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. See the enrolment codes and terminology to help make sense of the University's vocabulary.
Course structure
Core units
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin |
| HSH701 | Principles and Practice of Public Health |
| HSH717 | Health Economics 1 |
| HME704 | Fundamentals of Digital Health |
Plus one of:
| HSH725 | Research Literacy |
| HSH753 | Research Methods in Health and Social Development * |
Plus one of:
| HME712 | Healthcare Operations |
| MPM780 | Foundations in Leadership |
Plus three of:
| HSH719 | Economic Evaluation 1 |
| HSH762 | Resource Allocation and Priority Setting |
| HME711 | Health Law and Ethics |
| MPM722 | Human Resource Management |
*Students wishing to continue their studies into the Master of Health Management and complete a minor or major project option are recommended to complete core unit HSH753 Research Methods in Health and Social Development.
Course duration
You may be able to study available units in the optional third trimester to fast-track your degree, however your course duration may be extended if there are delays in meeting course requirements, such as completing a placement.
Fees and charges
Tuition fees will vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study, your study load and/or unit discipline.
Your tuition fees will increase annually at the start of each calendar year. All fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD) and do not include additional costs such as textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment, mandatory checks, travel, consumables and other costs.
For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.
Further information
Contact Student Central for assistance in course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements. Student Central can also provide information for a wide range of services at Deakin. To help you understand the University vocabulary, please refer to our Enrolment codes and terminology page.