Charles Sturt University
Graduate Certificate in Business Data Analytics
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Explore the dynamic world of big data, advanced analytics, and business transformation with the Graduate Certificate in Business Data Analytics from Charles Sturt.
Course overview
The perfect introduction to postgraduate study in the data field. Study a course designed by and aligned with industry, so you can really make your mark. Throughout this business data analytics degree, you will build your understanding and interpretation of data and use your insights to drive innovation and business growth – whichever industry you work in.
You'll study within a network of industry experts constantly using data analytics for businesses, governments and communities to help them find answers. From analysing NDIS customer needs and the use of social media for health promotion to exploring the effectiveness of tourism branding or the efficiency of household electricity consumption, the researchers are well versed in using data to solve organisational issues. And they'll support you to do the same so that you can apply your learning to real business situations.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
13th July, 2026
16th November, 2026
What will you study
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Business Data Analytics, you must complete four subjects from the following (eight credit points each):
- Business Data Analytics and Storytelling
- Big Data and Marketing Analytics
- An Introduction to Data Management: Governance, Standards and Ethics
- Introduction to Data Tools and Analytics
- Data Mining and Visualisation for Business Intelligence
- Data and Knowledge Engineering
- Foundations of Big Data Analytics
Entry requirements
Applicants without a bachelor's degree may be admitted based on professional attainment and/or work experience.
English language requirements
For postgraduate coursework courses, applicants must have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 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
You'll develop fundamental skills in gathering data and extracting valuable insights from it so you can address business challenges. That will set you up for success across many types of organisations - whether you're looking to upskill in your current role or seeking a new one. Wherever you want to take your career next - perhaps adding data analysis to your skill set as a business analyst to help drive growth or working as a customer insights manager building operations based on consumer behaviour, for example - you'll have a competitive edge and be ready to take on any business challenge.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
- Be able to understand and apply the concepts of data analytics to a professional context
- Be able to analyse and evaluate raw data to apply meaning in a business context
- Be able to use business data presented to inform strategic decisions relevant to the workplace
- Have acquired a firm understanding of the significant areas of data analysis as they relate to the business discipline
Fees and FEE-HELP
The estimated first-year fee in 2026: $16,840 (domestic full-fee paying fee).
- 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.