Why study the Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management at UTS Online

Top 100 University globally1 

#11 Highest performing university in the world under 502 

Australia's #1 performing young university1

5 stars for excellence across all 8 categories3


1QS World University Rankings 2025      2THE Young University Rankings, 2024      3QS Stars Rating 2021–2024 

Studying UTS Online’s Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management may lead to roles such as:

  • Indigenous Program Manager 
  • Community Health Centre Administrator 
  • Health Project Manager 
  • Government Health Department Coordinator 
  • Department Supervisor 
  • Project Leader (Healthcare) 
  • Senior Health Educator 
  • Health Services Community Officer 

 

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15%

The healthcare industry is projected to grow by 15% by 2030, significantly increasing the demand for skilled health services managers to lead complex systems and improve care quality.

(Australian Institute of Health and Welfare)


A$90k -$150k p/a

Health Services Managers can expect to earn between A$90,000 and A$150,000 annually, with senior roles exceeding A$200,000.

(Australian Bureau of Statistics)


$137 billion

The 2023-24 Federal Budget includes $137 billion in spending on health and aged care, with historic investments such as $6 billion to strengthen Medicare and $951.2 million for digital health improvements.

(Australian Government, Budget)


500K new roles by 2033

Healthcare roles are projected to grow faster than any other sector, with over half a million new roles expected by 2033, underscoring the critical need for skilled management in health and social services.

(Australian Institute of Health and Welfare)


 

What you will study

UTS Online’s Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management is comprised of four subjects. On successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management, you will then have the opportunity to take on further studies and enrol in the Master of Health Services Management program.

 
Core Subjects
  • Foundations of Healthcare Systems 
  • Using Health Care Data for Decision Making 
  • Organisational Management in Health Care 
  • Improving Safety and Quality in Healthcare 

Note: Most subjects at UTS are worth 6 CP (credit points) but this can vary across courses. To find out more, download a course guide or speak with an Enrolment Advisor. 

A pathway to a Master of Health Services Management

UTS Online’s Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management is made up of four subjects in total. At the successful completion of their studies, students will have the opportunity to enrol into the Master of Health Services Management.

 
  • Graduate
    Certificate
  • Masters

Upcoming study periods

UTS Online courses have six intakes per year. The diagram below shows all upcoming
intakes, with the next intake highlighted in blue.

Course information

Entry requirements

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree or higher qualification  

(according to NOOSR or UK NARIC). 

OR 

  • a minimum of at least one-year full time (1800+ hours) work experience in Health and Social Care sectors*; AND 
  • prior learning and demonstrated capability to undertake tertiary study* 

*Demonstrated via: 

  • a CV; and 
  • a Statement of Service on an official letterhead from their workplace’s human resources (or equivalent) that verifies work experience (more than one-year full time) in a medium to large organisation following the completion of any internship requirement associated with previous academic or professional qualifications; and 
  • Certificate of previous academic or professional qualifications 

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

Master of Health Services Management
All subjects from the Graduate Certificate + 8 subjects from the Master of Health Services Management

The UTS Online Master of Health Services Management prepares leaders in health and social care who want to drive change and create safer, higher value and more equitable health systems and services. 

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Graduate Diploma
All units from the Graduate Certificate + 4 Diploma units or continue studying

The Graduate Diploma focuses on giving you the foundational skills that industry demands plus the soft skills to influence business decisions at senior management levels. 

The fast-tracked model means you can graduate with a diploma in just over a year, plus it gives you a pathway to study the Master of Business Analytics. 

English language requirements

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall score of 6.5 and a writing score of 6.0.

For applicants without an Academic IELTS score, refer to the UTS Register of English Language Proficiency Requirements for other methods of satisfying the English Language requirements for the course(s).      

For more information, schedule a 15-minute call with a Student Enrolment Advisor. 

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FEE-HELP

To assist with all or some of your tuition fees, FEE-HELP is available for eligible students. This government-supported loan scheme is designed to help eligible full-fee paying students pay their tuition fees.

To check your eligibility, feel free to speak with an Enrolment Advisor today.

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Masters
All units from the Graduate Certificate + 4 Diploma units or continue studying

The Graduate Diploma focuses on giving you the foundational skills that industry demands plus the soft skills to influence business decisions at senior management levels. 

The fast-tracked model means you can graduate with a diploma in just over a year, plus it gives you a pathway to study the Master of Business Analytics.