Graduate Certificate in Digital Economy

What you will study

The Graduate Certificate in Digital Economy comprises four core courses. Students can choose between two different study plans.

Core courses

• Quantitative Methods for Economic Analysis
• Cryptofinance
• Blockchain/Web3 Platforms and Strategies
• The Digital Economy

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

You must have an Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent, or a higher-level qualification, in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.

If you do not meet the above entry requirement for the graduate certificate, you may be considered if you have a minimum of five years of full-time equivalent work experience. Applicants will be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV).

Suppose your qualification was completed more than 10 years ago. In that case, you will need to provide evidence of ongoing professional work and/or professional development in the same discipline as the program for which you are seeking entry to be granted credit.

English language requirements

You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this program, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate a broad, critical and practical understanding of contemporary issues and practices across digital technologies, with a focus on blockchain, distributed ledger technologies and other emerging digital innovations.
• Apply concepts, principles, theories and methods in the areas of digital economy to contribute to the strategic and operational goals of an organisation.
• Analyse and evaluate digital strategies and solutions to resolve complex problems, drawing on solutions from both theoretical frameworks and contemporary practice.
• Apply reasoned judgments to solve a variety of business and technology-related problems, considering ethical, regulatory and global perspectives.
• Reflect on performance feedback to identify and implement strategies for personal and professional improvement.
• Communicate complex business data and technology concepts effectively to both professionals and non-professionals across diverse contexts.
• Adopt an adaptive and collaborative approach to working with others in various professional and intercultural contexts.

Career outcomes

The Graduate Certificate in Digital Economy will equip you for a career at the forefront of the new global digital economy.

It will prepare you to work in a globalised, international environment as a business analyst, consultant, policy advisor or manager in the many and varied business sectors that adopt blockchain technology. These may include finance, banking, health, trade, supply chain as well as logistics and a range of government and social service agencies requiring expertise in the field.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative total fee in 2026: $17,760 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.

A student’s fee may vary depending on:

• 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.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee. 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.