Queensland University of Technology
Graduate Certificate in Business (International Business)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Empowers professionals with the global perspective and strategic acumen needed to navigate the complexities of international markets and cross-border operations.

Course overview
This program is ideal for individuals who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of international business. As part of this program, you’ll explore the international business environment across various disciplines, such as accounting, finance, logistics, management and marketing.
In today's highly globalised business environment, workplaces are more diverse than ever, making it crucial for business leaders to adapt to new cultural settings and work effectively with others. To build your cultural intelligence and enhance your leadership skills, you’ll engage with theoretical frameworks to understand key aspects of cultural intelligence, enabling you to interpret differences in cultural behaviour. Simultaneously, you'll develop practical skills to respond appropriately and effectively in culturally diverse situations.
Moreover, you’ll examine the approaches and technologies employed by enterprises to investigate business issues and develop insights guiding effective business strategy. Through hands-on application of key theories and business research tools, you'll gain skills in collecting and analysing data about the business environment as well as its internal processes and generate insights to help businesses create value through innovation, product development and process improvement.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
Students are required to complete 48 credit points (four units).
Core units
- Developing Cultural Intelligence
- Developing Entrepreneurial Mindsets
- Managing in a Globalised Economy
- Business Intelligence
Entry requirements
You must have one of the following:
- A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.
- A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in any discipline and at least two years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience.
- At least five years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Suitable roles for graduates could include:
- Business analyst
- Chief international officer
- Chief sustainability officer
- Global business development director
- Global innovation strategist
- Global supply chain director
- Global trade operations director
- International business specialist
- International sales director
- Senior trade compliance manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative 2026 fee: $18,400 per year full-time for 48 credit points (domestic full-fee paying place)
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. QUT reviews fees annually. They may be subject to increases.
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.