Learn to Lead

Unlock your leadership potential with Learn to Lead—a self-paced online course crafted exclusively for UNSW alumni, donors, UNSW staff and selected students.

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Learn to Lead — 2026

In 2026, more than 5,000 learners from around the world joined Learn to Lead.

While the live program has now concluded, it is likely to return in October/November 2026, giving you another opportunity to take part.

Interested in the next Learn to Lead program?

Keep your contact details up to date and we'll let you know when enrolments for the next program open.

Continue the conversation

Human-centred leadership in practice

Continue exploring the ideas behind Learn to Lead with this discussion from Professor Nick Wailes and Professor Claire Annesley.

Building on the themes from Module 2, they discuss why human skills remain essential in a technology-rich world and share practical approaches to deep listening, engaging diverse perspectives and making more human-centred decisions.

Free short course: Human Skills in a Digital World

Looking to continue developing your leadership capability?

The Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture's free, self-paced short course Human Skills in a Digital World helps you identify, articulate and demonstrate the human skills you bring to your professional practice using the ADA Skills Passport and its nine Enduring Human Skills.

Suitable for...

Career stage

✅ Mid Career / ✅ Late Career 

I want to...

✅ Kickstart Career / ✅ Career transition / ✅ 180° My Career

Next pursuit

✅ Start a business

"Learn to Lead has given me a framework to tackle contemporary challenges and has encouraged me to explore new concepts and initiate tough conversations with colleagues and managers."
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Daryl C
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About this program

Led by UNSW academics and alumni who excel in their fields, this short course is designed to progress your leadership journey. Join like-minded graduates as you delve into dynamic leadership principles and practices. 

Learn to Lead empowers you to navigate the evolving challenges of today's world with confidence and optimism. Unlock the tools and insights needed to propel your career forward, all while shaping a brighter future for your workplace and beyond. 

Presented by UNSW Alumni Experience in partnership with AGSM @ UNSW Business School, Learn to Lead is your gateway to becoming the leader you aspire to be.

Learn to Lead FAQs

  • Learn to Lead is designed exclusively for graduates, staff, final year students and donors of UNSW.

  • Yes, all live sessions will be recorded and available to course registrants to watch at their leisure.

  • You should receive a confirmation email shortly after registering with your access details for the online learning platform. You will also receive an email on the morning of the program opening, letting you know the program is open. Please get in touch with us if you do not receive these emails. Information on support available throughout the course will be shared on the learning platform.

  • The course is delivered 100% online. There are no face-to-face components.

  • Alumni who complete the course will receive a certified digital badge, which can be added to a LinkedIn profile or used elsewhere online.

  • All you need to enrol is your name and an email address! We’ll take care of the rest and ensure the process is simple and seamless.

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