GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN POLICE LEADERSHIP (Cybersecurity)
The Graduate Certificate in Police Leadership (Cybersecurity) has been designed to produce graduates who embody
integrity, professional knowledge, and social skills, making a positive contribution to society in the discipline of police
leadership as it relates to cybersecurity.
The course draws on the expertise of GLI faculty in police and cybersecurity leadership and introduces students to a
broad range of theoretical concepts and practical skills. Graduates will be equipped with writing and research skills to
prepare them for further study and will be able to demonstrate an ability to apply a body of knowledge related to
police leadership in a range of cybersecurity contexts. Graduates will also have developed skills in critical thinking,
problem-solving, teamwork, and communication at a postgraduate level.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Police Leadership (Cybersecurity) may find employment in a range of
professional and educational contexts that require research skills and critical thinking. This course also allows
flexibility for students who may wish to start with a shorter postgraduate course before committing to a Graduate
Diploma or Masters program or for students who need to exit the Graduate Diploma or Masters program earlier than
intended, due to unforeseen personal or professional reasons.
Title of the course of study
Graduate Certificate in Police Leadership (Cybersecurity)
AQF Level
8
Structure of the course of study
The course structure is based on one semester (each of 13 weeks duration).
• 30 credit points of core units
• 10 credit points of elective units
To qualify for award of Graduate Certificate in Police Leadership (Cybersecurity) a candidate shall
accrue an aggregate of at least 40 credit points, including satisfactory completion of the core units
noted below.
Content of the course of study
Credit points
Core units
MCL401 Police Leaders and Cybersecurity
MGL400 Police Leadership Communication and Impact
MGL401 IT, Decision Making and Governance
3 x 10
Elective units
10 credit points taken from any accredited AQF Level 8 or above unit offered by
Global Leadership Institute
1 x 10
Specialisations
Nil
Rules of progression
Other protocols of the course
N/A
Pre-requisites for specific units
Pre-requisites are noted on the unit outline. Students must have completed the pre-
requisite to enrol in the unit.
Demonstrate:
• Advanced and integrated knowledge of police leadership scholarship and practice.
Demonstrate ability to:
• Apply advanced crisis communication skills and partnerships to guide, lead and mentor others in the area of police leadership
• Apply digital literacy skills to search and critically appraise relevant literature for professional development and career acceleration in police leadership
• Critically reflect, synthesise and evaluate data, intelligence and decision-making in police leadership
• Operate at a high level of personal and professional autonomy for leading, guiding and mentoring others in police leadership
• Utilise professional skills for leadership, and ethical conduct in police leadership.
MCL401 Cyber Security Law and Risk
MCL402 Globalisation and Counterterrorism
MCL404 Violent Extremism and Hate Crimes
MCL503 Counterterrorism and Interoperability
MCL504 Community Engagement and Counterterrorism
MCL505 Internet Scams and Predatory Crime
MCL506 Technology Enhanced Organised Crime
MGL400 Leadership, Communication and Impact
MGL401 IT, Decision Making and Governance
MGL500 Enterprise Architecture and Government Services
MGL501 People, Culture and Leadership
MGL502 Strategic Resources Allocation
MPL400 Advanced Policing and Essential Services
MPL402 Community Policing and Public Order
MPL501 New Perspectives and Challenges in Policing
MPL503 Road Safety and Best Practice
MPL504 Smart Policing and New Technologies
MPL506 Predictive Policing and Intelligence Machines
MPL507 Emergency and Risk Management
RES505 Applied Research Methods
RES520 Capstone Project
RES521 Research Project
XXX519 Independent Guided Study
Domestic Students:
Completion of an AQF Level 7 or
above higher education
qualification (or equivalent) in any
discipline and at least two years
relevant policing experience in a
managerial or leadership role.
Applicants must submit a copy of
their CV with a cover letter
outlining how they meet the
above criteria, or equivalent.
Professional Entry Option:
Applicants with demonstrated
minimum five years relevant
policing experience related may
apply for entry to this course
subject to approval by the
Program Director.
International Students: Completion of an AQF Level 7 or
above higher education
qualification (or equivalent) in any
discipline and at least two years
relevant policing experience in a
managerial or leadership role.
Applicants must submit a copy of
their CV with a cover letter
outlining how they meet the
above criteria, or equivalent.
Applicants whose entry
qualifications were obtained in an
institution where English is not
the language of instruction
normally require an International
English Language Testing Service
(IELTS) of 6.5, with a score of not
less than 6.0 in any of the four skill areas, or equivalent.
Professional Entry Option:
Applicants with demonstrated
minimum five years relevant
policing experience in a
managerial or leadership role may
apply for entry to this course
subject to approval by the
Program Director.
The Program Director may also
conduct a pre-admission interview
with professional entry
applicants.
Note: International students must hold a valid student visa. There are numerous conditions that apply to a student visa. In particular, a holder of a student visa may not work, paid or unpaid, for more than 40 hours in any fortnight during semester time. Current information on student visa conditions may be found at https://homeaffairs.gov.au/Trav/stud/more/Visa-conditions/visa-conditions-students
Special or Alternative Admission Arrangements
Special admission pathways are also open for educationally disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. These applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis with Recognition of Prior Learning, professional accreditations and the provision of a portfolio of work for entry to micro credential and single units.
Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Credit for previous learning may be obtained through the processes of articulation, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning or a combination of these processes. Requests for credit for previous study or RPL should be submitted with the Application Form. Students who have successfully completed accredited study or courses at recognised tertiary institutions may apply for a Transfer of Credit. A certified copy of an official transcript detailing studies undertaken must be submitted with the Credit Transfer and RPL Application Form. RPL from life and work experience will also be considered upon request. For more information, please see the Cross Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy.
Delivery Mode: on campus and online Campus: Level 1, 180 Logan Road, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia
International Student Fees: Total Course Fees: AU $ 15,000*
AU $500 one time enrolment fee is charged additional.
*subject to annual review
Domestic Student Fees: Total Course Fees: AU $ 10,000*
AU $500 one-time enrolment fee is charged additional.
For a full list of course dates for new and continuing students, please see our Timetables.
Once you have chosen your course, you will need to apply direct to GLI. Applications typically close three weeks before semester commences. The Admission Form is completed online. You may be entitled to credit for prior learning, whether formal or informal. Formal learning can include previous study in higher education, vocational education, or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning or various kinds of work and life experience. Credit can reduce the amount of study needed to complete a degree. For further information about credit and recognition of prior learning please see GLI’s Cross Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy or contact our Student Support Officer.
Once you have returned a signed copy of your Letter of Offer to accept your place at GLI, you will be invited to enrol in your specific units in the next academic period. Students are advised to consult their timetable and contact a Student Support Officer for tailored academic advice before completing the enrolment form. Applications for credit transfers or recognised prior learning will be communicated to you once they have been processed.
To enrol in this qualification, please contact us at Global Leadership Institute
If you are unsatisfied with the outcome of your application, GLI’s Student Grievance and Appeals Policy outlines the procedure for resolving a complaint or grievance.
Contact Us
If you have some Questions or need Help! Please Contact Us!
Global Leadership Institute
Level 1, 180 Logan Road, Woolloongabba in Brisbane, Australia