Griffith University
Graduate Certificate in Research Studies in Business
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Upon successful completion of the program, students may be able to progress to the Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Business.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Research Studies in Business is a 40-credit point program that provides training in modern social science research methods.
The Griffith Business School will be responsible for the overall supervision of the student and monitoring their progress throughout the program.
Key facts
What you will study
To be eligible for the award of Graduate Certificate in Research Studies in Business, a student must gain 40 credit points (CP). Each course is valued at 10 CP.
Complete these courses:
- Research Design
- Quantitative Methods
- Translating Research into Academic Outputs
Choose one of the following:
- Qualitative Methods
- Advanced Quantitative Methods and Econometrics
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Research Studies in Business, a student must have one of the following:
- A related undergraduate degree from a recognised university (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 5.0 (using a 7.0 point scale) over the last two years of the bachelor's degree*.
- A related master's degree from a recognised university (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 5.0 (using a 7.0 point scale)*.
AA student's two most recent years of study will be used to calculate the admission GPA.
From 2025, the following admission requirements will apply:
- Any bachelor's/graduate diploma/master's (a graduate certificate is not sufficient on its own).
- Five years of related professional experience*.The
*Professional experience, including but not restricted to: Business owner, manager, team leader or any work within the proposed research field.
English language requirements
English language requirements apply to international applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0.
- A minimum score of 575 on the TOEFL.
- An internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19).
- No score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only).
- A minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English).
- An overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
English test results must be no more than two years old.
Suppose you do not meet the university's specified English language requirements. In that case, you may contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This institute offers several English language and other courses at its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Griffith University grants credit and recognition of prior learning which may relate to prior formal learning or prior informal and non-formal learning. The university's Credit Precedent Database allows you to find out what credit decisions have been made in the past. These precedents will give you an idea of what you can expect. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduates of this program will have advanced theoretical and specialist knowledge in the principals and methods that underpin research within this field of business, equipping students with the research training and skills for further learning.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated fee in 2025: $16,250 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 CP.
The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.