Torrens University Australia
Graduate Certificate of Business Administration
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Learn to make effective decisions in a global context, and develop your business acumen and leadership ability.
Course overview
A Graduate Certificate of Business Administration is a foundation in leadership, marketing and business management. You’ll learn how you can apply your knowledge and skills instantly in your current workplace or a new entrepreneurial venture.
Key facts
February, 2026
June, 2026
September, 2026
What you will study
The Graduate Certificate of Business Administration course comprises three core subjects and one elective.
Core subjects
- Business Environment
- Business Communications
- Marketing
Electives
Choose one of the following:
- Financial Management
- Management, People and Teams
- Dynamic Leadership
- Employer Based Project
- Innovation Creativity and Entrepreneurship
- Business Law and International Contexts
- Managing Information Systems
- Organisational Best Practice
- International Business Strategy
- Risk Management
- Corporate Sustainability
- Technology Strategy
- Global Management
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Applicants must have one of the following:
- Successful completion of a bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7) in any discipline.
- Applicants without formal qualifications are eligible to apply if they have seven years of professional, administrative or managerial work experience. Applications will be assessed on a case by case basis.
English language requirements
International applicants must have an Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) or equivalent.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with Torrens University Australia. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
You will graduate with the skills and knowledge to critically analyse core business functions, implement strategic processes, manage risk and lead complex teams, preparing you for a management role within almost any organisation.
Potential career paths:
- Project manager
- Project developer
- Account manager
- Policy officer
Learning outcomes
- Develop an understanding of advanced business principles and their practical use.
- Determine business solutions and systematically evaluate risk.
- Master industry-standard software to analyse data for informed decision-making.
- Interpret complex issues and communicate effectively with a broader audience.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative subject price in 2025: $3,675 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated total price in 2025: $14,700 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Fees are calculated based on a full-time study load of four subjects.
This course may contain subjects at double, triple or quadruple credit points. Subject prices are based on 10-credit-point blocks.
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.
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.