Master of Health (Human Movement) (Research) at University of South Australia

In one year of full-time study, develop more advanced leadership and management skills to apply across the health and ageing sectors. Enjoy flexible study options through online and on-campus learning so you can advance your career while you study. Enjoy a blend of health and business courses for a contemporary health management focus. The Graduate Diploma in Health Services Management will further extend your skills to excel in leadership and management roles. In just one year of full-time study, (or two years part-time equivalent) you'll have the skills and knowledge to make informed decisions in a managerial capacity in the health and aged care sectors. You'll develop the skills and knowledge to: Understand theoretical and practical knowledge of organisational behaviour and the psychology of individuals and groups, including motivation and leadership. Lead a multi-stakeholder environment and handle social leadership challenges responsibly. Learn what it means to be an effective and responsible leader. Provide planning, budgeting and identify cost efficiencies to contribute in financial decision-making. Effectively plan, manage, execute and deliver projects to completion. Develop and enhance your understanding of the quality, safety, and risk management standards which apply in health and aged care. Prepare for leadership roles in health within Australia and internationally.

This master's degree will help health or medical professionals looking to develop their leadership, management and business skills. In two years of full-time study (or part-time equivalent), you'll be equipped for management roles in the health and aged care sectors. Professionals working in aligned industries, such as engineering, accounting or ICT may also find this a rewarding and relevant pathway to roles in health management. This master's degree will expand your knowledge and skills in management, administration, leadership, project management, strategic management, financial management and more. Through a unique blend of health and business courses, you'll learn to: Provide the overall strategic direction and management for a service, facility, organisation or centre. Work in senior levels of management influencing high-level organisation, financial and administrative decisions. Prepare for leadership roles in health within Australia and internationally. Develop and strengthen project management processes to plan, manage, execute and deliver successful projects. Develop competencies in designing rigorous quantitative research to inform healthcare knowledge, practice, and policy. Undertake administrative operations such as reporting and budget planning. Understand business analytics, the accounting environment and health economics within organisations.

The Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management will grow your leadership, management and business skills. In just six months of full-time study (or one year part-time equivalent), you'll develop the skills, knowledge and capabilities to make informed decisions in a managerial capacity in the health and aged care sectors. You'll develop the skills and knowledge to: Understand theoretical and practical knowledge of organisational behaviour and the psychology of individuals and groups, including motivation and leadership. Lead a multi-stakeholder environment and handle social leadership challenges responsibly. Learn what it means to be an effective and responsible leader. Provide planning, budgeting and identify cost efficiencies to contribute to financial decision-making. Prepare for leadership roles in health within Australia and internationally. You can also tailor your studies by choosing an elective subject aligned to your area of interest. For example, you may wish to gain skills required to design and evaluate complex health interventions, or pick an elective which will enhance your analytical skills.