University of Canberra

Graduate Certificate in Business

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Build core business capabilities in decision-making, finance, marketing, workforce management and strategy while developing the analytical skills to respond to complex organisational challenges.

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Course overview

The University of Canberra’s Graduate Certificate in Business introduces managers and aspiring leaders to key areas of business and management. You’ll develop knowledge and skills to analyse organisational challenges, make informed decisions and contribute to effective management across different business environments.

Explore areas such as data-driven decision-making, sustainable finance, marketing, economics, workforce management and strategic innovation. You’ll develop skills in critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving while examining how organisations manage people, resources and changing market conditions.

The 12-credit-point course requires you to complete four units from eight restricted-choice options. These cover data analytics, financial management, organisational talent, marketing and behavioural insights, managerial economics, workforce leadership and strategy, with an Applied Industry Project also available.

Delivered online, the course is completed over eight months across four Study Blocks. It provides a focused postgraduate introduction to business administration and can support further study in UC’s postgraduate business programs.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Commitment
15 - 20 hours/week
Price Per Unit
From $4,062
More Information
The fee per unit is based on the university's published tuition fee per unit.
Intake
January, 2027
March, 2027
May, 2027
July, 2027
August, 2027
October, 2027
Units
More Information
You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
FEE-HELP, HECS

What you will study

To complete the Graduate Certificate in Business, students must complete 12 credit points (four units) from the following:

  • Data-Driven Decision Making and Analytics
  • Financial Management and Sustainable Finance
  • Organisational Talent Management
  • Marketing, Engagement and Behavioural Insights
  • Managerial Economics and Policy Analysis
  • Applied Industry Project
  • Leading Modern Workforces
  • Strategic Management and Innovation

Entry requirements

To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Business, applicants must have:

A bachelor's qualification or equivalent in any field

OR

Three years' relevant work experience.

English language requirements

An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

Recognition of Prior Learning

The University of Canberra does not offer RPL for the Graduate Certificate in Business.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

  • Research, analyse and apply discipline-relevant concepts and theories to an increasingly complex global business environment.
  • Critique and reflect on skills and experiences in the management of work and organisations, demonstrating adaptability, creativity and initiative in situations.
  • Consolidate and synthesise learning to evaluate or advise on organisational solutions and business decisions.
  • Effectively communicate in business and management contexts.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative domestic full-fee paying place in 2027:

  • Fee per unit: $4,063
  • Fee per annum: $16,250
  • Full-course fee: $16,250

The full-course fees are based on completion of 12 credit points across four units.

Student fees may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • Choice of units.
  • 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.

Eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place may use HECS-HELP to defer their student contribution.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.