In an unknown future, health care needs people who can lead with care and focus.
With the rapid growth of the health sector, there’s rising demand for experts in managerial practices to lead organisations effectively. The Graduate Certificate in Health Administration provides you with the knowledge and confidence to pursue new career opportunities in health care, and to bring your passion for helping communities and individuals forward.
Taught by leading public health experts and with strong links to the Alfred Hospital, this course encompasses the complexities of health care leadership. You’ll develop practical skills whilst being supported by some of the industry’s leading researchers and managers.
Study from a Go8 University.
Monash is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8). You’ll graduate with a world-leading degree from a university with a strong national and international reputation, trusted by employers worldwide.
Build networks that count.
This course is accredited by the ACHSM, meets the requirements of the RACMA Fellowship Training Program, and puts you in the centre of a powerful global network.
Learn with flexibility to fit your life.
Online study means you can create a schedule that works for you. Our online learning environment leverages cutting-edge tools, including AI-enhanced features and interactive content, for a career-ready experience.
Help create better systems of care.
You’ll review key leadership, management, and organisation theory, and learn how to apply it in health care – preparing you to lead with confidence across a range of settings.
Take your first step towards a masters.
Completing a Graduate Certificate will put you one step closer to securing your master’s degree in Health Administration – building on your newfound foundation.
Graduate with confidence to take the challenge.
As one of the first institutions in Australia to offer online public health and health administration programs, Monash has a long-standing legacy of innovation in digital learning and health education.
What does the Graduate Certificate of Health Administration cover?
The Graduate Certificate of Health Administration offers a pathway into the field of health care administration under the guidance of industry leaders and expert health practitioners. Offered by our distinguished School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, students will have the opportunity to choose and explore a combination of topics, such as fundamentals of health system design, the health policy process, clinical leadership, safety and quality improvement, health law principles, and financial management. You’ll also expand your knowledge and competencies for managerial decision-making in the health care sector.
If you have your sights set on a Master of Health Administration, the Graduate Certificate provides an entry into further study. Whether you want to pivot into a career in health or leadership, or build on your existing knowledge, this course prepares you to revolutionise systems of health management.
FAQsWhere a Graduate Certificate of Health Administration can take you.
Health care is one of Australia’s largest and fastest-growing industries, with a projected growth of 16% over the next five years. The Graduate Certificate of Health Administration will equip you with the skills and deep knowledge required to navigate the increased complexities of a rapidly changing health sector – taking your career to the next level.
Clinical Services Manager
Director of Medical Services
Community Health and Well-being Officer
Health Managers
Director of Patient Services
Nursing Manager
Structure
You must complete four of the 6 core units of the Master in Health Administration, providing a chance to expand your knowledge in managerial and decision-making practices necessary for a future in health-care administration.
Need further clarification about our online course structure?
You can submit an enquiry directly to our student consultants by using the form listed on our contact us page. You’ll have the opportunity to schedule a call if you’d like to receive further information.
Core units
You must complete the following units:
Health systems and policy
Leading and managing in public health and healthcare
Developing health systems
Safety and quality in healthcare
Healthcare and financial management
Introduction to health law principles
Entry Requirements
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline* with at least a pass (50%) average,
AND a minimum of one to two years of relevant industry/management experience**
*Relevant cognate disciplines include; medical, nursing, allied health, (other health related degree e.g. chiropractic, psychology, public health, environmental health, paramedic, imaging (radiology, nuclear medicine), biomedical engineering, dietetics/nutrition, pharmacy, social work, medical science/biomedical science/immunology, health science, laboratory science, science, and health economics); or economics, law, or business
**Relevant work experience in the field of health and public health administration in the health industry, e.g. government, policy, provider such as hospital, clinic, or non-government organisation.
The Graduate Certificate of Health Administration is not currently accepting international applications.
English requirements
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
Applicants require a curriculum vitae (CV), relevant work experience or a statement from employer to substantiate period of employment.
If you need help understanding the above entry requirements, reach out to our student consultants on our contact us page and schedule a booking for a chat.
Fees
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline* with at least a pass (50%) average,
AND a minimum of one to two years of relevant industry/management experience**
*Relevant cognate disciplines include; medical, nursing, allied health, (other health related degree e.g. chiropractic, psychology, public health, environmental health, paramedic, imaging (radiology, nuclear medicine), biomedical engineering, dietetics/nutrition, pharmacy, social work, medical science/biomedical science/immunology, health science, laboratory science, science, and health economics); or economics, law, or business
**Relevant work experience in the field of health and public health administration in the health industry, e.g. government, policy, provider such as hospital, clinic, or non-government organisation.
The Graduate Certificate of Health Administration is not currently accepting international applications.
English requirements
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
Applicants require a curriculum vitae (CV), relevant work experience or a statement from employer to substantiate period of employment.
If you need help understanding the above entry requirements, reach out to our student consultants on our contact us page and schedule a booking for a chat.
Accreditation
The Graduate Certificate of Health Administration is accredited by The Australasian College of Health Services Management (ACHSM).
Pathways to a master's degree
You can graduate with a Graduate Certificate of Health Administration in approximately 0.7 years part-time accelerated, after completing 4 units (12 credit points).
You can also continue studying after completing approximately:
- 1.4 years part-time accelerated, 8 units (48 credit points total), and you’ll receive a Graduate Diploma of Health Administration; or
- 2 years part-time accelerated, 12 units (72 credit points total), and you’ll receive a Master of Health Administration
Health Administration
Graduate Certificate
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Health systems and policy
- Leading and managing in public health and healthcare
- Developing health systems
- Safety and quality in healthcare
Health Administration
Graduate Diploma
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Healthcare and financial management
- Introduction to management
- Healthcare improvement and learning systems
- Introduction to health law principles
Health Administration
Master
1.4 years part-time accelerated
- Biostatistics: Concepts and applications
- Epidemiology: Concepts and applications
- Healthcare and economic management
- Managing digital health
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What type of industries are in demand for Health Administrators?
If you’re interested in a career in health administration, you have a choice of a wide range of industries that are looking, now more than ever, for professional health administration leaders who can create positive changes.
Here’s just some of the places you can make a difference:
- Government & Policy Agencies
- Hospitals
- Health Services
- Specialist Clinics
- Primary and Community Health
- Aged Care & Disability Services
- Not-for-profit and NGOs
- Industry (including pharmaceutical companies and health funds)
No matter the industry, a health administrator always asks, how can we make things better?
I have enjoyed interacting, learning and engaging with like-minded people the most. These interactions have given me motivation and inspiration to keep going and quench my thirst for further knowledge as well as advance my professional career.
Angela
Master of Health Administration
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Study health administration from industry experts.
The Graduate Certificate of Health Administration is taught by Victoria’s leading public health professionals, hospital clinicians, and global health experts. You’ll expand your leadership capabilities under the guidance of teaching staff who bring valuable sector experience to this globally-respected qualification.
Meet your academic team
Professor Susannah Ahern
Professor Ahern is a medical administrator and academic in health services research and management at Monash University. As the Head, Clinical Outcomes data Reporting and Research Program at Monash University, she is the Monash Academic Lead for six national clinical quality registries, and coordinates and teaches into the Master of Health Administration course.
Professor Peter Bradford
Dr Bradford has a medical degree, a Masters in Public Health, and Fellowships in two Colleges relating to Medical and Hospital Management. He has had 35 year career, most recently as Executive Director Clinical Governance and Medical Services at Melbourne Health (The Royal Melbourne Hospital) and prior to that in similar roles in remote, rural, outer metropolitan, and teaching hospitals in Victoria and the Northern Territory.
Studying online, the Monash way.
World-focused courses delivered online.
Step into a dynamic virtual class, learn from leading academics and industry leaders, so you can experience world-class education – your way.
Support at your fingertips.
You’ll have easy access to dedicated support services designed specifically for your discipline. Seven days a week.
Your success is our priority.
Our online courses are designed to help you graduate as an in-demand employee, ready to take the next step in your career.
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