Charles Sturt University
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Explore a network of academics and students committed to addressing real-world business challenges.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration from Charles Sturt University, you’ll use examples from your workplace to bring your learning to life – and deliver value to your organisation and career from the very first day.
Become part of a network of academics and students working to solve real-world business challenges. You'll share your learning with like-minded professionals and hear from experts across many business sectors.
This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your research to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
Key facts
13th July, 2026
16th November, 2026
17th November, 2025
What will you study
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, you must complete 32 points from the following electives (eight credit points each):
- Accounting For Strategic Decision Making
- Contemporary Management
- Strategy and Planning
- Marketing for Managers
- Economics for Business
- Theory to Practice of Leadership
- Facilitating Change
Entry requirements
Applicants without a bachelor's degree qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration based on a combination of:
- Prior post-secondary study and/or professional attainment.
- Significant relevant work experience.
Upon completing the Graduate Certificate, students will be eligible for admission to the Master of Business Administration and receive credit for applicable subjects.
English language requirements
For postgraduate coursework courses, applicants must have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last two years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.0.
- No individual score below 6.0.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Your previous studies can be acknowledged as credit towards your postgraduate studies, provided that they meet the relevant course requirements.
If you receive an offer of enrolment and you’ve undertaken prior learning, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. The procedure is governed by the university Recognition of Prior Learning policy. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
When you complete your business course, you'll be ready to take your career to the next level. It provides the perfect platform to move into a more senior or managerial role. Whether you are looking to move up in finance and make investment decisions, become an HRM strategist to meet business needs, or perhaps secure a business analyst role to drive innovation through insights, with your graduate certificate in business, you'll be ready for whatever you choose to do next.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
- Analyse, evaluate and synthesise information and apply research and evidence-based knowledge to resolve a range of business scenarios and problems
- Interpret and communicate knowledge, skills and ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences
- Integrate functional knowledge and apply strategic management skills in changing business environments
- Evaluate and reflect on the impact of environmental and global forces on organisations, including: ethical, social, economic and technological issues
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated full fee in 2026: $16,840 (domestic full-fee paying place)
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.