Certificate in Universal Wellbeing Management

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Develop professional management capabilities to strengthen staff Universal Wellbeing, engagement, productivity and equity across organisations.

DURATION

120 hours

DELIVERY

Online or In-Person

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PROGRAMME FEE

NZ$4,000 incl. GST

View programme content, learning outcomes, delivery, entry requirements and fees.

2027 START DATES

March / July

Programme overview

The Certificate in Universal Wellbeing Management develops the professional knowledge, communication skills and practical capabilities required to manage and support staff Universal Wellbeing.

Grounded in the research-based Universal Wellbeing Model, the programme focuses on improving staff engagement, achievement, productivity and equity through evidence-based management practices.

Participants develop capabilities in Universal Wellbeing planning, systems, evaluation, communication and strategies that strengthen employee motivation and organisational outcomes.

Professional and management opportunities

This programme is designed for professionals responsible for managing people, teams and workplace performance.

It is particularly relevant to:

  • HR and people and culture professionals

  • Team leaders and line managers

  • Business owners and organisational managers

  • Staff wellbeing and employee engagement coordinators

  • Learning and organisational development professionals

  • Consultants supporting workplace improvement initiatives

Build the expertise to manage staff Universal Wellbeing, strengthen engagement and support measurable improvements in organisational performance.

What you will learn

  • Apply the research-based Universal Wellbeing Model to staff management.

  • Develop professional communication and facilitation skills.

  • Strengthen staff motivation, engagement and achievement.

  • Support improvements in workplace productivity and equity.

  • Develop planning systems and resources for managing staff Universal Wellbeing.

  • Apply monitoring, risk management, advice and referral practices.

  • Support measurable Universal Wellbeing improvements for individuals and teams.

Programme structure and delivery

The programme includes four modules:

Code Module

CUW 1 Universal Wellbeing Model

CUWM 1 Wellbeing Supporting Communication Skills

CUWM 2 Managing Planning Systems & Resources

CUWM 3 Inspiring Staff Engagement & Productivity

Each module includes 12 facilitated hours and an estimated 12–24 hours of homework.

Delivery is face-to-face or interactive online, with options of two hours per week over 24 weeks or other schedules arranged in consultation with participants.

Participants must have access to a group of individuals to work with throughout the programme.

Entry requirements

Open to individuals who demonstrate a strong interest in positively managing staff Universal Wellbeing.

Applicants should have an interest in professional facilitation, monitoring, risk management, advice, referral and evaluation-related practices.

Applicants complete an enrolment form and may be interviewed before confirmation.

Professional accreditation

The programme includes accreditation requirements for the Professional Universal Wellbeing Manager, focusing on managing organisational Universal Wellbeing systems.

Fees and enrolment

Full Programme: NZ$4,000 (incl. GST)

Individual Module: NZ$1,000 (incl. GST)

Flexible Payment Options

Study from just NZ$153.85 per week!

Equivalent to spreading the NZ$4,000 programme fee over 26 weeks.

Actual payment plan: NZ$1,000 deposit, followed by six monthly payments of NZ$500. Total NZ$4,000 incl. GST.