Today’s business environment is changing rapidly. Digital disruption, automation, AI, socio-demographic changes and geopolitical shifts are just some of the factors that make managing challenging, not just for businesses, but for public sector and not-for-profit organisations.
The fully online Master of Leadership and Innovation is designed to challenge you and help you develop the leadership skills, insight and confidence you’ll need to innovate, adapt, and face new and emerging business challenges head-on.
If you’re at a point in your career when you’re looking to retrain and reskill, or if you want to become a critical and reflective thinker, someone who can identify, analyse and develop solutions for complex challenges, the Master of Leadership and Innovation encourages you to think about how we can change the way we work and will prepare you for the business future of tomorrow.
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*This program was previously known as the Master of Leadership in Service Innovation. Please visit 2023 study.uq.edu.au for up-to-date information.
Learn from the best
UQ teachers have won more national teaching awards than any other Australian university. Learn to challenge your thinking with some of the most innovative educators in Australia.
Fully online masters to suit your lifestyle
This course is presented with online learning platform edX so you can enjoy the flexibility of fully online study.
Gain a competitive edge
Progress your career in a rapidly changing business environment with top researchers in innovation, leadership and service. In a time of great uncertainty, gain the skills, knowledge and mindset to succeed.
Engaging, world-changing content
The University of Queensland is ranked in the top 50 world universities by the 2023 QS World University Rankings, which means you’ll have studied at one of the world's most respected universities.
Master of Leadership and Innovation webinar recording
View the recent info session with UQ Master of Leadership and Innovation program leader, Associate Professor David Solnet, as he answers all your questions about the program.
"The teaching staff in Customer Experience Foundations did an excellent job explaining the theoretical foundations of customer experience in a way that we could use it immediately in practice. I used some of the knowledge I gained during this course in a customer pitch and it made quite an impression."
- Stefan Mühlenbruch, Business Solution Manager, Zühlke Group and Master of Leadership of Service Innovation graduate*
How you'll learn
We’ve partnered with international learning platform, edX, to deliver an interactive, fully online master's program designed to fit part-time study easily into your busy lifestyle. Despite learning online, you’ll have the opportunity to build a personal connection with our friendly academic and professional support staff. You’ll also be able to network with your own personal online community of staff and other students via our private Master of Leadership and Innovation Facebook group.
Throughout your studies, you will learn from award winning teachers and scholars and will have the same access to UQ student support services and resources that on-campus students receive.
“One of the best things about the Leading High Performing Teams was the diverse range of perspectives to learn from. I enjoyed the academic theory but also gained practical insights from managers, CEOs and COOs. As a coach, I’m always looking at the bigger picture, and planning for my next role. This course, led to a few ‘aha!’ moments about why I succeeded in some jobs more than others as a leader.”
- Michael Elwan, Master of Leadership of Service Innovation graduate*
Program structure
This master’s program blends research and best practice in business leadership, innovation, service science, service management, and experience design. By adopting a cross-disciplinary, global perspective, the Master of Leadership and Innovation aims to develop the transformational mindset, organisational and leadership capabilities you’ll need to face two critical emerging business challenges.
Firstly the move to a service and experience-based economy and secondly the importance of embedding a culture of customer experience, value co-creation and continuous innovation in organisations to execute new ideas and create value for all stakeholders.
"Each of the modules fit together and build on each other, and give an understanding of both theory and the practical applications. The EdX platform is easy to navigate and lets me work at my own pace, in my own time. It also allows me to go back to things I want to review, and engage in discussions with other students."
– Gennifer Fink, Master of Leadership of Service Innovation graduate*
Discover more from the people you’ll learn from
Why service is more profitable than products
Featured researcher: Associate Professor Tim Kastelle
The benefits of treating all business transactions as service-based and 4 ways to apply service design thinking in your own organisation.
The future of service: Predictions for 2050
Featured researchers: Professor Janet McColl-Kennedy and Associate Professor David Solnet
What does the future of service look like? Our top international researchers predict key trends, the role of technology and how businesses can adapt and thrive in a brave new service landscape.
The skills leaders need in the age of artificial intelligence and robots
Featured researcher: Dr Nicole Hartley
From introducing robots in the workplace to persuading humans to work alongside them, here’s why and how leaders need to prepare for the future business world.
Still have questions?
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Download the brochure or register for more information and we can personalise a consultation to help you reach your career goals.
How to apply
To commence study in semester 2, applications close June 30 of the year of commencement.