Overview

Built by industry for industry, this program was developed in consultation with Risk-e Business Consultants, a leader in risk and emergency management advisory. Whether you're building on existing experience in strategic leadership, risk, public safety, intelligence or emergency services, or ready to break into this rewarding field, this program provides a pathway to success. With flexible online delivery, an applied learning focus and tailored specialisations, you'll gain the confidence to lead in diverse sectors while balancing your studies with personal and professional commitments.

Why study the Master of Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management with UNE?

Developed in consultation with Risk-e Business Consultants, this course delivers industry-aligned learning informed by leading experts in risk and emergency management. David Owens APM, former NSW Police Deputy Commission and Managing Director of Risk-e Business, and Dave Donohue APM, National Risk Consultant and former NSW Police Commander, bring extensive real-world experience to the curriculum, ensuring that gradautes are prepared for leadership in high-pressure environments.Our program offers three distinct specialisations, enabling you to align your studies with your career goals and aspirations:

Emergency Management, providing advanced skills and knowledge tailored to industry needs. This pathway, taught by staff with executive experience, equips you to excel in leadership roles within agencies managing risk, crises and emergencies.
Legal and Policy, integrating risk and emergency management with a legal framework. Ideal for those with a law qualification, this pathway prepares you for leadership in regulatory or policy-focused roles.
Doctoral Pathway to Research, designed for students pursuing doctoral studies or aiming to deepen their expertise. This pathway combines advanced leadership training with research skills to position you for academic and professional success.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-20 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Armidale, Australia

Disciplines

Risk Management Leadership View 59 other Masters in Leadership in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification or above (AQF Level 7, 8 or 9 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline*.
Rule B: You have completed the UNE Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management.
Rule C: You have completed the UNE Graduate Diploma in Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management.
Rule D: You can meet ONE of the following entry requirements:
You have completed a Bachelor of Laws with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent).
You have completed a Master's qualification in Law (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent).
You have completed a Bachelor of Laws (AQF Level 7) or Juris Doctor (AQF Level 9) or overseas equivalents AND you have completed a minimum of two years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) relevant professional experience.†

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34176 AUD / year

≈ 34176 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

22944 AUD / year

≈ 22944 AUD / year

Living costs

Armidale

Australia

1500 - 2100 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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