About leadership at Monash

At Monash, we're committed to developing your ability to lead. We know that not everyone wants to be a CEO, but almost everyone will be a leader at some point in their life – at university, at work, in the community, on the sporting field, or as a volunteer.

'Leadership' has become a buzzword. We want to reunite it with its real meaning. We want to show you how to inspire others, create change, think strategically, manage and mentor, make difficult decisions, and captivate an audience.

Students as leaders

Whether you consider yourself a natural leader or a reluctant one, leadership comprises a set of abilities that can be learnt. Our programs and opportunities will give you an edge in your life and career.

There are programs for students who clearly have exceptional leadership skills. Our flagship leadership program – Ancora Imparo – takes passionate and idealistic students and turns them into leaders.

Other programs are open to all students. And each faculty has its own leadership programs.

You can also choose to be mentored, either by an alumni or a peer.

Staff as leaders

Develop your leadership skills and capabilities throughout your career at Monash, whether you are an emerging, mid-career or senior leader.

Our distinctive programs for academics and professionals bring to life Monash's Global Leadership Development Framework, helping you to master core leadership skills while advancing your leadership practice, network and career at Monash.

As you progress and your skills evolve, so do our offerings. We deliver leadership transition programs, just-in-time skills-building workshops, key networking opportunities to strengthen culture and belonging across the Monash Group, mentoring programs and one-on-one leadership coaching.

Alumni as leaders

Our alumni remain part of the Monash family, so our leadership support continues.

Mentoring a current student enhances your own leadership skills and can help you assess your own career – and, of course, it's extremely beneficial for the student. Networking with other alumni is a great way to transfer expertise and leadership  skills at a professional level.

We strive to produce leaders. From Professor Tim Flannery's tenacious leadership of the Climate Council, to Tim Costello's tireless efforts for World Vision Australia, to Mick Dodson's indispensable advocacy for Indigenous Australians, we consider our illustrious alumni excellent role models.