Welcome to the Graduate Diploma of Police Leadership. Graduates from this course will demonstrate GLI’s Graduate Attributes. They will demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the critical issues surrounding police accountability, leadership, evidence-based decision making, policing effectiveness, complex environments and organisational transformation in corporate services and specialised policing domains.
GLI is committed to providing academic pathways for students and the purpose of this AQF Level 8 graduate diploma program is to provide an introductory body of knowledge in the discipline area of police leadership for students who have not met the requirements for direct entry into the Master of Police Leadership. The Graduate Diploma of Police Leadership is designed to produce graduates who embody integrity, professional knowledge and social skills, making a positive contribution to society.
The course draws on the expertise of GLI faculty in police leadership. The course introduces students to a broad range of police leadership technical and theoretical concepts. 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 across a range of contexts. Graduates will also have developed skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication at a postgraduate level.
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Police Leadership may find employment in a range of professional and educational contexts, policing organisations, police leadership and cybercrime organisations that require research skills and critical thinking. Through these areas, the course develops transformative organisational and police leadership capabilities which will enable police managers, police leaders and field specialist to thrive in the current global environment and actively and strategically pursue criminals.
This course also allows flexibility for students who may wish to start with a shorter postgraduate course before committing to a Masters program or for students who need to exit the Masters program earlier than intended, due to unforeseen personal or professional reasons.
Title of the course of study
Graduate Diploma of Police Leadership
AQF Level
8
Structure of the course of study
The course structure is based on two semesters (each of 13 weeks duration).
• 60 credit points of core units
• 20 credit points of electives
To qualify for award of Graduate Diploma of Police Leadership a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 80 credit points, including satisfactory completion of the core units noted below.
Content of the course of study
Credit points
Core units
MCL404 Violent Extremism and Hate Crimes
MGL400 Leadership Communication and Impact
MGL401 IT, Decision Making and Governance
MPL400 Advanced Policing and Essential Services
MPL402 Community Policing and Public Order
MPL507 Emergency and Risk Management
6 x 10
Elective units
20 credit points taken from any accredited AQF Level 8 or 9 course offered by Global Leadership Institute, such as:
MCL401 Cyber Security Law and Risk
MCL402 Globalisation and Counterterrorism
MCL503 Counterterrorism and Interoperability
MCL504 Community Engagement and Counterterrorism
MCL505 Internet Scams and Predatory Crime
MGL500 Enterprise Architecture and Government Services
MPL506 Predictive Policing and Intelligence Machines
XXX519 Independent Guided Study
2 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, public service and police agencies.
Demonstrate ability to:
• Apply advanced and coherent 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 public service and police leadership;
• Utilise professional skills for leadership, and ethical conduct in police leadership.
MCL404 Violent Extremism and Hate Crimes
MGL400 Leadership Communication and Impact
MGL401 IT, Decision Making and Governance
MPL400 Advanced Policing and Essential Services
MPL402 Community Policing and Public Order
MPL507 Emergency and Risk Management
Domestic Students:
Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or equivalent) in any discipline and at least two years relevant industry experience. International Students:
Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above higher education qualification (or equivalent) in any discipline and at least two years relevant industry experience.
International student 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.
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 open for educationally disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for entry to the course, may be considered for alternative entry on the basis of higher education study equivalent to at least two units of study successfully completed at a registered Australian higher education institution or an overseas educational institution assessed as being equivalent by GLI.
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 $ 40,000* (AU $ 20,000 per semester)
AU $500 one-time enrolment fee is charged additional.
*subject to annual review
Domestic Student Fees: : Total Course Fees: AU $ 30,000* (AU $ 15,000 per semester)
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.
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