Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Health Leadership and Management/Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence is a 1.7 year postgraduate double degree that provides you with the advanced disciplinary knowledge and skills for health services management roles in government, community and health service settings in Australia and internationally. You'll develop a deep understanding of infectious diseases in the era of new and emerging disease threats, and learn management approaches for the identification, assessment, prevention and control of infectious diseases. You'll also be equipped with the specialised skills and leadership needed for professional practice in control of infectious diseases and for health management research and evidence-based professional practice.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Pathway 1: Applicants must have both:
- a) A three year undergraduate degree in any field of study, and
- b) Two years of full-time professional or volunteer experience in a relevant field. The professional experience may include experience in health or public health services acquired as part of a degree of four or more years duration, e.g. MBBS, MD.
Pathway 2: Applicants must have at least one of the following:
- a) An undergraduate degree plus an honours in a relevant field of study, or
- b) Postgraduate degree in a relevant field of study.
Pathway 3 (Exceptional): In exceptional cases, you may be considered for entry if you have extensive professional experience in health or public health but don't hold a relevant degree. You must have at least five years of full-time, relevant experience. The School of Population Health may also invite you to attend an interview.
Relevant fields of professional experience include: Roles in health such as allied health, medicine, nursing, oral health, public health, environmental health or psychology; roles in health service provision or health management in human services such as social work, community development, service navigation or case management; roles that involve working specifically on health-related activities or portfolios such as health-focused positions in emergency services, management, research, engineering, law, science, mathematics and statistics, economics, journalism or policy.
Relevant fields of study include: medicine, nursing, allied health, health sciences, biomedical sciences, dentistry, social sciences, social work, psychology, paramedicine, environmental health, health administration, policy studies or development studies.
Indigenous Alternative Entry Scheme: Aimed at redressing the imbalance of access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to population health programs, this scheme provides entry to our postgraduate coursework degrees based on your interest in public health and relevant educational and/or professional experience.
English language requirements: You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency depending on your educational background and citizenship. Evidence can be provided via English language tests and university English courses, prior study in the medium of English, or other qualifications.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

There's strong demand for health management and infectious diseases professionals in the public and private health sectors, both within Australia and globally. You'll develop transferable leadership skills that can be applied throughout your career into senior management positions at health service and health system levels. Many of our graduates occupy senior executive, general management, health ministry and other health leadership roles in Australia and across the world. This program is ideal if you're looking at a career in: health services general management, health services c-suite roles, government and non-government policy, medical communications, medical insurance management, non-government health service management, health economics, health program management, health care consultancy, government ministries and departments of health, international health organisations and NGOs, international aid agencies, military and first responder organisations, health education and advocacy, research.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units9 units

Strategy, Policy and Change

Core course

Healthcare Economics and Financial Management

Core course

Health Leadership and Workforce Management

Core course

Clinical Governance and Risk Management

Core course

Infectious Diseases Challenges: Epidemiology and Control

Core course

Outbreak Investigation and Intelligence

Core course

Bioterrorism and Health Intelligence

Core course

Foundations of Epidemiology

Core course

Foundations of Biostatistics

Core course

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to complete the Master of Health Leadership and Management/Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence?

The program can be completed in 1.7 years of full-time study or three years part-time. It comprises 12 courses in total, including nine core courses and three elective courses, totalling 72 units of credit.

What are the fees for this double degree program?

For 2026, Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can expect an indicative first year fee of $9,500 and an indicative fee to complete the degree of $14,500. For full fee domestic students, the indicative first year fee is $39,000 and the fee to complete the degree is $59,500. For international students, the indicative first year fee is $60,500 and the fee to complete the degree is $94,000. Fees are subject to annual review and may vary.

Can I study this program online or part-time?

Yes. This degree provides flexible learning options so you can complete the degree according to your needs and commitments. Courses can be taken online or face-to-face, full-time or part-time. Online learning spaces facilitate collaborative learning so you can connect with fellow students and course convenors in real-time.

Is there a research extension option available for this double degree?

Yes. Students can complete two degrees with a research focus in two years of full-time study through the Master of Health Leadership and Management/Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence (Extension). This option includes an extension component where you'll complete additional electives including a research project or a research methodology course.

What career opportunities are available after completing this program?

Graduates can pursue careers in health services general management, health services c-suite roles, government and non-government policy, medical communications, medical insurance management, non-government health service management, health economics, health program management, health care consultancy, government ministries and departments of health, international health organisations and NGOs, international aid agencies, military and first responder organisations, health education and advocacy, and research. Many graduates occupy senior executive, general management, health ministry and other health leadership roles in Australia and across the world.

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Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

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