Charles Sturt University
Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Build practical organisational change capabilities through flexible online postgraduate study, exploring change planning, implementation and human-centred approaches to organisational transformation.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change from Charles Sturt University is a postgraduate qualification designed for professionals working across private, public and not-for-profit organisations who are involved in planning and implementing organisational change. Delivered online over 0.5 years full-time or the equivalent part-time, the course provides a flexible pathway to build the knowledge and practical skills required to facilitate and manage change in contemporary organisational settings.
Throughout the program, you will explore theories of organisational change and develop the ability to evaluate the need for change, assess organisational readiness and design change strategies that consider organisational culture, stakeholder engagement and leadership commitment. You will also examine approaches to implementing change, managing behavioural responses and applying ethical, human-centred practices to support successful change adoption.
The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical change management skills that can be applied across a range of organisational contexts. Graduates develop the capability to analyse change management challenges, communicate the case for change and contribute to the planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of organisational change initiatives.
Key facts
12th July, 2027
What you will study
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change, you must successfully complete units totalling 32 credit points, as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 8 credit points.
- Facilitating Change
- Implementing Change
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change 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 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:
- Demonstrate and apply knowledge of current and emerging trends in the management discipline.
- Critically analyse, evaluate and apply contemporary management theories in the context of professional practice.
- Apply specialised IT knowledge and skills in a management context.
Career outcomes
In the context of rapid economic and social change, managers are increasingly required to implement transformational change in their organisations. Charles Sturt University's Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change gives you practical, up-to-date transferable skills across diverse roles and organisations nationally and internationally.
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.