RMIT University
Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Enterprise
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Gain a wide breadth of knowledge and skills on sustainability principles, practices and models to be the change-maker your business needs to succeed.
Course overview
Master the principles of sustainability and lead the charge in building innovative, impact-driven enterprises that make a difference.
The Online Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Enterprise is not just a course; it's a critical investment in your future career in a world where sustainability is becoming increasingly non-negotiable for businesses.
As global challenges around climate change, resource management and social inequality grow more urgent, organisations need professionals who can drive positive change while creating value. By studying this course, you'll gain the expertise needed to lead in the rapidly evolving landscape of sustainable business.
This course equips you with the practical knowledge to address environmental, social and economic challenges in real-world settings, preparing you for leadership roles in a variety of sectors – from corporate strategy and supply chain management to social entrepreneurship and sustainable finance.
Gain the expertise to integrate sustainability into business practices, from designing sustainable business models to managing ethical supply chains. You'll learn to assess environmental, social and governance factors, develop solutions for complex sustainability challenges and lead change through innovative strategies that make a real impact on both business performance and the world around you.
Key facts
What you will study
To complete the Online Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Enterprise, students are required to fulfil these four core subjects:
- Sustainable Business Models
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management
- Social Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development
- Sustainable Financial Management and Reporting
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Enterprise, you must have an Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent, or a higher-level qualification, in any discipline.
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 full curriculum vitae (CV).
English language requirements
You must meet the University’s minimum English language requirements for postgraduate coursework programs to be eligible for a place in this program.
Recognition of Prior Learning
RMIT assesses each student’s prior learning and qualifications to grant credit so you can complete your online postgraduate degree sooner. Your application will be decided on a case-by-case basis. RMIT aims to grant as much credit as possible at the time of offer, so it’s important to provide as much evidence of prior study and work experience as possible with your application. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Online Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Enterprise, you'll be able to:
- Critically review and analyse business models with regard to sustainability and social development priorities, incorporating global and local perspectives.
- Analyse risks and opportunities associated with different types of enterprises and their impact, including environmental, social and governance factors.
- Design and propose sustainable business models that support the business strategy.
- Devise solutions and recommendations for organisations to implement to address environmental, social and economic challenges.
- Present reports, proposals and plans to stakeholders, partners and communities to advocate for and monitor sustainable business approaches.
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to bring sustainability principles into your business or to lead entrepreneurial sustainability ventures. Some examples of the roles you will be ready to step into include:
- Sustainability manager
- Sustainability advisor
- Change manager
- Project officer
- Consultant
- Procurement manager
- Head of social license
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative tuition fee per subject in 2025: $4,800 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Indicative tuition fee for four subjects in 2025: $19,200 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Additional expenses:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): $365 maximum fee for 2025.
- Other items related to your program include field trips, textbooks, and equipment.
Fees apply to 2025 only and are adjusted annually. They typically increase each year and may change without notice. Total fees are estimates and should only be used as a guide.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- 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.