Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Postgraduate Certificate in Leading Change for Good
Qualification Type Postgraduate Certificate
Level 8
Credits 60
Subject Area
  • Mixed Field Programmes » Other Mixed Field Programmes » Mixed Field Programmes not elsewhere classified
Strategic Purpose Statement
The 60 credit level 8 Postgraduate Certificate in Leading Change for Good (PGC-LCG) programme aims to provide people with the knowledge and skills to effectively lead sustainable change and progress resulting in authentic value for their communities, organisations, and businesses. Specifically, the qualification is designed to enable those in relevant industries (social enterprises, charities, not-for-profit and organisations focused on purpose over profit) and/or communities to develop the capability to instigate and lead collaborations and partnerships, and apply environmentally, socially, and financially sustainable practices for positive impact in times of change.
Graduate profile
Graduates of the PGC-LCG will be able to:
1. Identify and adapt new and emerging business models committed to prioritising purpose over profit to generate authentic value for community benefit.
2. Evaluate and apply contemporary leadership approaches to drive change for positive impact on communities, organisations and businesses.
3. Identify and address leadership capability and professional capacity as an individual and as an organisation to influence collective impact, amplify benefits and enable sustainable progress.
4. Develop, justify, and apply strategies to lead sustainable solutions for people and places in the context of changing social, economic, political, and cultural environments.
Education pathways
Graduates of the PGC-LCG may progress into further postgraduate study, including Postgraduate Diplomas and Master's degrees. The PGC-LCG is also a potential pathway into the Master of Contemporary Education.
Employment pathways
Employment pathways will be determined by the graduate's level of achievement, previous education and experience, and
choice of career. Possible pathways from the PGC-LCG include, but are not limited to, positions of leadership and management
across a wide range of industries, sectors, roles or teams. Leadership capabilities and knowledge gained through this
programme are transferable across industries which provides opportunities for students to progress their careers in different
industries, organisations and communities.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to the PGC-LCG, all applicants must:
- have a recognised bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification or higher
Or
- have at least four years' professional experience in a relevant industry or community demonstrating equivalence or higher to the qualification stated above.
Note: To ensure that the PGC-LCG is relevant to the applicant, a brief Statement of Intent is required. The Statement of Intent
is used to ensure potential students understand the programme, and to allow The Mind Lab to help ensure the programme is a good fit for the student. In addition and at the discretion of the admission/selection panel, interviews may be required.
Education Organisation AcademyEx Education Limited Partnership
Developed By AcademyEx Education Limited Partnership
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 4202
Status Current
Created July 2020
Next Review July 2025
Content
A Community of Leaders: driving change for good (30 credits)
Values, aspirations and actions: enabling sustainable impact and change (30 credits)

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