Queensland University of Technology
Graduate Certificate in Business (Public Sector Management)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 15 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Enhance your leadership skills with the Public Sector Management Program (PSMP), a nationally recognised study option for mid-level managers in the Australian public service.
Course overview
This course offers a strong balance between academic theory and hands-on practical skills to ensure your learning can be applied directly in your workplace.
Specifically designed in consultation with the governments of Australia, this QUT qualification is all about developing your management skills in the government business.
Key facts
October, 2025
What you will study
This course consists of four core units:
- Managing within the Context of Government
- Managing Self and Others
- Managing Outwards in a Networked Government
- Managing Operations for Outcomes
Entry requirements
You must either have a:
- A recognised bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.50 (on QUT's 7-point scale) plus have at least three years full-time (or equivalent) post-degree professional work experience with a minimum of one year full-time (or equivalent) supervisory/management professional work experience.
- A minimum of seven years of full-time professional work experience with a minimum of one year full-time (or equivalent) supervisory/management professional work experience.
Supervisory experience is experience either supervising staff or managing complex groups of stakeholders.
Additional entry requirements
You must provide with your online application a:
- Short CV demonstrating relevant work experience.
- Completed the applicant suitability assessment form.
- Completed financial authorisation form.
You may be required to:
- Attend an interview
- Sit the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) (the worldwide standard in aptitude assessment for admission to postgraduate management programs) and achieve a minimum score of 550.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Possible career opportunities for graduates include:
- Assistant director
- Director
- Manager
- Program manager
- Project manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative per unit fee for 12 credit points in 2026: $3,277 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated total fee in 2026: $13,108 (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.