The aim of this course is to prepare graduates to become ethical, effective health leaders and managers who support innovation and who are able to take the lead in strategic development of a range of organisations, leading to culturally safe, resource-efficient health care within local, national and global health contexts. The two year course is offered at Master level only with exit options being the Graduate Certificate in Health Administration and the Graduate Diploma in Health Administration.

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Leadership and Management in Health Care, an applicant must have completed: the equivalent of an Australian bachelor's degree in a health or human services related discipline; OR the equivalent of an Australian Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Health Administration; OR the equivalent of an Australian bachelor's degree in any discipline and relevant work experience in a health or human services role. In addition to meeting the admission requirements, applicants must have an overall academic IELTS score of 6.5 (with a minimum individual score of 6.0 in all tests).