Charles Sturt University
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Develop strategic business capability through flexible online study in management, leadership and core business disciplines, building the skills to analyse challenges and apply knowledge in changing business environments.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration from Charles Sturt University develops foundational knowledge across key business disciplines and supports professionals seeking to strengthen their ability to apply business concepts in professional contexts. Delivered online over 0.5 years full-time or the equivalent part-time, the course provides a flexible option for professionals looking to enhance their business capabilities alongside existing commitments.
Throughout the course, you will explore key areas of business administration including management, strategy, leadership, marketing, economics and accounting. You will develop the ability to analyse business concepts, apply knowledge to professional practice and evaluate the impact of ethical, social, economic and technological factors on organisations. The course also focuses on strategic management skills to support decision-making in changing business environments.
Upon successful completion, you may be eligible to apply for admission to the Master of Business Administration (MBA), with credit for applicable subjects, subject to Charles Sturt University's admission requirements. The course also recognises professional experience as part of its admission pathways, supporting experienced professionals seeking to formalise and extend their business knowledge.
Key facts
12th July, 2027
What you will study
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, you must successfully complete units totalling 32 credit points, as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 8 credit points.
- 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
Academic 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
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help reduce the number of units you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
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
Career outcomes
Graduates can apply their business knowledge and strategic management skills across a range of professional settings. Depending on their experience and chosen area of focus, career opportunities may include roles in business analysis, management, finance, human resources and other business-related fields.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $17,480 (Full-fee paying place)
Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.
A student’s annual fee may vary by:
- The number of units studied.
- 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.