Graduate Certificate in Leadership Communication
Study Discipline: Media & Communication Studies
Study Programme Details
City: Hamilton
Country: New Zealand
Admission Sessions: Autumn Session, Spring Session
Mode of Study: Fully on Site
About this Study Course
Elevate your leadership potential with our Graduate Certificate in Leadership Communication, where we believe that effective communication is the cornerstone of exceptional leadership. Backed by research showcasing that the most successful leaders are outstanding communicators, this short course is tailored to equip you with the skills needed to propel your career further and faster. Dive into the art and science of communication and become an invaluable asset in steering organizations through strategic changes.
Overview
Embark on a transformative journey where excellent communication skills become your powerful tool of leadership. Whether in small businesses or large government departments, the impact of leaders with superb communication skills is undeniable. Learn from our internationally renowned lecturers who bring expertise in both theory and practice of communication. Uncover the secrets of writing impactful business reports, delivering professional speeches, and mastering the nuances of engaging, motivating, and influencing people. Gain insights into conflict management, persuasion, negotiation, and implementing strategic changes. As part of the program, engage with the award-winning Management Communication Students’ Association (MCSA), organizing workshops and social events for its members. If you aspire to become a confident communicator and a great leader, this program is tailored for you.
Join a program recognized globally, as Waikato is ranked in the world’s top 200 universities for Communication & Media Studies in the QS Subject Rankings 2020. Immerse yourself in the exceptional educational environment of Waikato Management School, placed in the top 1% of all business schools globally with Triple Crown Accreditation from EQUIS, AMBA, and AACSB.
Admission Requirements
- completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification; OR
- be able to demonstrate they have adequate training, experience, and ability to proceed with the programme.
- IELTS overall score of 6.0 (with no bands below 5.5), or
- a TOEFL iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) score of 80 with a Writing score of 21, or
- a TOEFL iBT Home Edition score of 80 with a Writing score of 21, or
- a B grade or better at Level 7 in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English, or
- a PTE Academic overall score of 46 with no band less than 36, or
- a Language-Cert International ESOL (LRWS) B2 Communicator Expert with 33-37 score per skill, or
- awarded a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4), or
- a Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE) II with distinction in all four components, or
- a B2 First (formally known as Cambridge English: First (FCE)) with an overall score of 169 and no bands below 162, or
- a C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) with an overall score of 169 and no bands below 162, or
- a Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)) minimum score of 54.
Students will take four papers in total (60 points), worth 15 points each. This includes one introductory paper (15 points) at 100 or 200-level; and three advanced papers (45 points) at 300-level.
Domestic NZ$3,400 approx (2021 tuition fees) per programme
International $17,010 per programme
Future Career Outcomes
Witness the real-world impact of our program through stories of successful alumni who have excelled in diverse fields. Explore the industry demands and understand how the program aligns with the evolving job market. Develop skills that not only make you an effective communicator but also a strategic leader, sought after in today’s dynamic professional landscape.
Visa Requirements:
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