Careers in leadership
Zombie leadership
Discover how UQ academics are challenging outdated ideas about leadership.
Your career in leadership
Are you suited to leadership career?
You might enjoy a leadership career if you are:
- a strong communicator
- passionate about collaboration
- a mediator
- solutions-focused
- good at motivating others
- self-confident
- decisive
Careers in leadership
Careers that require leadership skills include:
- Teacher
- Sports coach
- Surgeon
- Business owner
- Producer
- Lawyer
- Politician
Careers involving leadership aren't just for managers
Leadership isn’t all about climbing the corporate ladder with the goal of becoming ‘The Boss’. There are many careers out there that utilise leadership skills, without having a job title of ‘manager’. Teachers, coaches and film producers all lead teams of people too!
How to start a career in leadership
Studying one of these programs after high school will help prepare you for an exciting and rewarding career that involves leadership.
Business
Develop an ethical and responsible leadership style and learn how to confidently consult with industry.
Communication
Help shape the role media plays in the formation of identity and learn how to manage and respond to crises.
Education
Help young people grow by teaching, guiding, nurturing and inspiring the next generation.
Health
Encourage and coach people to take control of their health and maximise their performance.
Law
Use skills in deduction, negotiation and reason to help give people a voice and promote justice.
Politics
Use analytical and problem-solving skills to prepare for a key decision-making role in society.
Looking for something different?
See what other programs could help you prepare for a career in leadership.
Leadership in action at UQ
See who our leaders are and what they're working on.
Passionate politicians
Teaching and preparing some of Australia’s top politicians.
Inclusive classrooms
Leading changes in school curriculums to support diverse learners.
Powering the future
Becoming leaders in industry to champion a more sustainable future.
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