This program aims to build the capacity of future leaders in water management. Students will develop the strategic, managerial and technical skills they need to advance in the water sector.

The program equips students with practical tools and skills for developing and managing the adoption of innovative solutions to local, regional, national and international water management issues. There is a focus on building skills in critical thinking, problem solving, statistics and data management, knowledge transfer and effective leadership.

Students will acquire specialist skills and knowledge associated with their chosen elective courses.

The program is managed and led by the International WaterCentre (IWC). The IWC is a key player in the global water sector and dedicated to providing education and training to promote whole-of-water cycle approaches to integrated water management around the world.

To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma of Integrated Water Management, applicants must hold:

• a Bachelor degree in a field relevant to water management OR a Graduate Certificate in Integrated Water Management;
• a minimum of one year practical experience in a related field.

Students admitted to the program with a Graduate Certificate in Integrated Water Management will be eligible for 40 credit points of advanced standing towards the program. Further credit in addition to that awarded on the basis of advanced standing is not available.