Blogs
Explore our blogs for career insights, study tips, expert advice and more.
Business
AI leadership for MBA students: Preparing for the future of business
AI is changing how organisations work and make decisions, but effective leadership isn’t about becoming a technical expert. Explore the strategic, human and decision-making skills leaders need to navigate AI-driven change.
Careers and industry insight
8 of Australia’s in-demand jobs for the future
What jobs will be most in-demand in the future? QUT Online explores the top eight careers, skills and industries that are growing in Australia that you can be part of.
How to become a gerontologist in Australia
Becoming a gerontologist requires extensive study and training, which is why it’s important to do your research on the postgraduate gerontology courses available in Australia. In this article, we’ll provide an overview of the qualifications and experience required to become a gerontologist.
Industry outlook: Healthcare and Australian health management
Health services management in Australia is thriving, solidifying its position as the largest and fastest-growing industry in the country. Over the past decade, the sector has witnessed a substantial surge in new job opportunities, offering a promising outlook for aspiring healthcare professionals.
Where can the Master of Health Management and Leadership take you?
If you're a healthcare professional with a passion for making a meaningful impact and aspiring to take on leadership and management roles, a Master of Health Management and Leadership could be the key to unlocking a world of exciting career opportunities.
Education
QUT Online’s innovative learning design
QUT Online courses are purpose-built for flexibility, real-world relevance, and engaging, self-paced learning. Designed by experts in their field, our courses fit seamlessly into busy postgraduate lives.
Industry outlook: career development and counselling in education
There is a pressing need for students – particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds – to receive comprehensive career support from a young age. A core element of this national strategy will be providing high-quality career advice to children from primary school age onwards.
Integrating Indigenous content into the classroom
Nicky takes on a Graduate Certificate in Education (Indigenous Education) to broaden the scope of early education
Transform your career with QUT Online’s Master of Education
Educators are lifelong learners, often seeking new ways to grow professionally and make a greater impact in their communities. QUT Online’s Master of Education offers a flexible path to deepen your expertise, explore specialisations, and expand your career opportunities.
Health
Healthcare management and leadership: What it looks like in practice
Healthcare management and leadership involves improving services, supporting teams, managing change and making informed decisions. Explore what this looks like in practice, the skills leaders need, and how postgraduate study can support your next career step in health leadership.
Information Technology (IT)
Is a Master’s in Computer Science the right choice for you?
Find out if studying a master in computer science online is the right move for your career. Learn how studying online can offer you new employment opportunities, better pay in the short term, and how more expertise leads to better outcomes over time.
The benefits of earning your computer science degree online
How can you learn computer science effectively while working full-time and balancing other commitments? Find out how QUT has made online study easy.
Lifelong learning in the age of automation
As technology evolves and career pathways change, lifelong learning has become increasingly important. By upskilling for the future of work today, you will set yourself up for a dynamic career in the workplaces of tomorrow.
Data science versus data analytics: What’s the difference, and which career path suits you?
Data science and data analytics are often used interchangeably, but they serve distinct purposes in modern organisations. Data analytics focuses on analysing historical data to understand performance and support day-to-day decisions, while data science uses advanced techniques to predict future outcomes and solve complex problems.
Justice
How to prevent and respond to domestic violence
Preventing and responding to domestic violence starts with recognising the signs, understanding the dynamics of power and control, and knowing which strategies and services can help. You will develop the specialist skills needed to support victim-survivors and intervene in cycles of abuse, equipping you to make a genuine difference in your workplace and community.
Industry outlook: a real-world case study in policy and governance
QUT Online’s Graduate Certificate in Policy and Governance will open career pathways. Develop frameworks for approaching important issues with a Graduate Certificate in Policy and Governance.
Why study a Master of Justice? Careers addressing social and justice issues in Australia
Discover how a Master of Justice can help you understand complex social and justice issues at a systems level. Explore the skills, knowledge and career pathways that support roles in policy, governance, investigations and social impact, while contributing to fairer outcomes across Australia.
Investigations and intelligence explained: how professionals identify risk and prevent harm
Investigations and intelligence help organisations identify risks early, interpret complex information, and prevent harm. This sector offers a practical pathway into decision‑making roles grounded in evidence, analysis, and governance. This article breaks down what each field involves, the kinds of issues investigated in Australia, and how postgraduate justice studies can build the applied skills to work confidently across both government and private sector contexts.
Online study
Brisbane’s best study spots
When you study online with QUT we want your experience to be personalised, flexible and adaptable – and we believe that online study can enhance that. After all, one of the real benefits of studying online is the flexibility to study when and where it suits you.
Meet the team: Your student advisors
Say hello to one of your Student Advisors, Luke. We caught up with Luke to find out about his role and the support that he offers to students.
Prepare your tech for online study
When it comes to online study, one thing is certain: you’ll spend a lot of time on your computer. Whether it’s a laptop or desktop, a Mac or PC, your computer is your passport to enjoying the flexibility that online study affords.
Making a positive change with postgraduate studies in healthcare
Pursuing postgraduate studies in healthcare is an essential way that healthcare leaders can be empowered as individuals to become transformative leaders.
QUT Online news
Taking action towards reconciliation through education
Leading up to Reconciliation Week, QUT is proud of Lead Unit Coordinator Emma Derainne for being awarded the Associate Fellowship (Indigenous) of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) after completing the online learning module ‘Indigenous Perspectives in Learning and Teaching’.
Student stories
Environmental scientist upskills with project management
Postgraduate study will take you places, as QUT Online student Anna discovered. Upskilling with a postgraduate degree is a great way to not only acquire work-relevant skills, but also to open doors for your career and formalise your existing professional knowledge.
Lifelong learning with online study: Rebecca’s story
Even during times of uncertainty worldwide, Master of Digital Communication student, Rebecca, is building practical workplace skills while she continues her lifelong learning journey with online study.
From emergency management to ambulance service
Nathan is someone who thrives in chaos, and is now transitioning from one high-intensity field to another. Learn how he is making the shift with QUT Online.
Work experience: Ideal preparation for postgraduate study.
Both Peter and Matthew are QUT alumni who have successfully used their work experience to gain entry and excel in their respective Graduate Certificate courses.
Student support
Online study support wherever you are
At QUT Online we understand that feeling supported is often what separates a mediocre course from a great one.
Understanding the terminology: QUT Online glossary
This glossary will help you to understand all the terminology you will encounter in your online studies.
Ways to maintain a healthy and positive balance while studying
Ensure that your online study experience is effective and eliminate the unwanted pressure and stress. Below are some tips to help you stay focused and remain productive throughout your studies.
Your online study primer
You're enrolled and your course is starting soon. You may or may not have studied online before. If you're not sure what to expect, that's okay. With an optimistic mindset, you'd be surprised how easy it is to get your study off to a strong start.
Webinar insights
QUT justice expert explores why better investigations build public trust
Learn why effective investigations are essential for building trust, accountability and better decision-making across the public sector. QUT justice expert Christopher Emzin explains how strong investigation skills help organisations improve outcomes and strengthen public confidence.
As emergencies and disasters become more frequent, we need leaders ready to build resilience and keep communities safe
Creating the workforce our communities need to respond to this growing challenge.
Want to take your emergency and disaster management skills to the next level? Career pathways you may not have considered
A practical guide to roles, skills and how postgraduate study can help you lead in complex events.
Stepping into the growing career path of investigations and intelligence
It’s a career pathway that opens doors in many private companies and public sector organisations, but what does it take to get your foot in the door?