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Empowering Women Across All Career Stages with Partial Scholarships Worth $1,000–$5,000

If you’re a woman working in the automotive sector with big leadership aspirations, now’s your time to take the wheel. Partial scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 are now available to support women across Australia in developing their leadership capabilities through world-class online programs. Whether you're just beginning your leadership journey or you're an experienced executive ready for your next challenge, there’s a course designed to drive your career forward.

Applications close on Friday, 6th June 2025, but with limited places available, early applications are strongly encouraged. These scholarships are part of an initiative to elevate women’s leadership in industries like automotive, where female representation at the top still has room to grow.

Here’s a breakdown of the programs available:


Skills for Workplace Impact

For Women at All Levels

This practical 10-week course provides transformative interpersonal and communication tools to boost your workplace confidence and impact. It’s designed for busy professionals, with a flexible format and a focus on real-world application.

  • Scholarship: $1,000

  • Duration: 10 weeks

  • Time Commitment: 1–2 hours/week

  • Format: 100% online

  • Modules:

    • Self-understanding

    • Impactful Communications

    • Productive Conflict

    • Conscious Decision Making

    • Maximising Effort and Energy


Leading Edge

For Early Career Managers

Tailored for aspiring and early-stage female managers, this four-month course builds foundational leadership capability and confidence. It’s an ideal stepping stone for those ready to move into more strategic roles.

  • Scholarship: $1,000

  • Duration: 4 months

  • Time Commitment: 2 hours/week

  • Format: 100% online

  • Modules:

    • Supporting Leadership Performance

    • Effective Communication and Feedback

    • Emotional Intelligence and Conflict

    • Career and Professional Growth

    • Successful Team Dynamics

    • Presentation Skills

    • Leading in Times of Change


Executive Ready

For Mid-Level Managers

If you’re looking to level up from middle management into executive territory, this seven-month course is designed to stretch your capabilities and align you with senior leadership expectations.

  • Scholarship: $3,000

  • Duration: 7 months

  • Time Commitment: 2 hours/week

  • Format: 100% online

  • Modules:

    • Leadership and Authenticity

    • Presence and Influence

    • Team Dynamics

    • Driving Performance

    • Innovation and Change

    • Problem Solving and Decision Making

    • Strategic Professional Development


Advanced Leadership Program

For Senior and Executive Leaders

This intensive nine-month course is crafted for seasoned professionals ready to redefine their strategic leadership and drive large-scale change. It’s a challenging, high-impact experience tailored to today’s most senior women leaders.

  • Scholarship: $5,000

  • Duration: 9 months

  • Time Commitment: 1.5 hours/week

  • Format: 100% online

  • Modules:

    • Empowering Teams

    • Resilience and Wellbeing

    • Progressing Diversity and Inclusion

    • Strategic Change

    • Conflict Engagement

    • Networking and Influence

    • Leadership Mindset

    • Future-Focused Leadership


Further Study Opportunities

Pathway to a Deakin MBA

Graduates of these programs can fast-track their academic credentials thanks to a partnership with Deakin University, earning credit toward either a Graduate Certificate or Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Whether you’re navigating the early stages of management or steering your way through boardroom decisions, these scholarships represent an unmissable opportunity to grow your skills, confidence, and career potential.

Spots are limited and in high demand—apply now and shift your leadership journey into high gear.

For more information and to apply, visit the Women & Leadership Australia website.

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