University of New South Wales

Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

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

Develop practical business analytics capability to transform data into actionable insights that support informed decision-making across contemporary business environments.

Course overview

The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their ability to apply data to business decision-making. The course provides a foundation in business analytics, combining analytical thinking with practical approaches to interpreting and communicating data in organisational contexts.

Throughout the course, students develop the capability to transform data into meaningful insights that support evidence-based decision-making. The curriculum explores contemporary business analytics concepts, analytical methods and data-driven problem-solving while strengthening the ability to evaluate information, communicate findings and apply analytical thinking to business challenges.

Delivered on campus through face-to-face and blended learning, the program can be completed in approximately 0.7 years. Students complete a combination of core and elective courses, providing flexibility to tailor their studies while building a strong foundation in business analytics. The Graduate Certificate also offers a pathway to further postgraduate study through the Master of Commerce and Master of Commerce (Extension).

CSP Subsidised Fees Available

This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.

Key facts

Delivery
Face to Face
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Includes blended learning
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
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Can be studied part time
8 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $5,250
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.

From $1,500 (CSP)
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You may be eligible for CSP where the government pays part of your fees. The estimated per unit fees are calculated using the annual CSP rate. It is based on a full-time study load of 24 units of credit (four courses) per semester or year.
Campus
Kensington
Intake
7th September, 2026
8th February, 2027
24th May, 2027
6th September, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.
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Fees
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FEE-HELP loans and HECS loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university program.
FEE-HELP, HECS, CSP

What you will study

To earn the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics, you must successfully complete units totalling 24 credit points, as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 6 credit points.

Core units

  • Coding for Business
  • Introduction to Business Analytics

Elective units

Select 12 credit points from the following

  • Information Technology Infrastructure for Business Analytics
  • Business Analytics Methods
  • Social Media Analytics in Practice

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Applicants for this course need an undergraduate degree or work experience. The application requires a detailed resume outlining competencies and achievements.

  • Undergraduate degree: An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification must be recognised by UNSW Business School and have an average of 60 per cent or greater.
  • Work experience: You can demonstrate five years of relevant work experience if you don't have an undergraduate degree. For example, clerical or administrative work in a commercial or public service organisation, supervisory or management, banking, finance or marketing experience or other business-related positions.

English language requirements

Depending on your educational background and citizenship, you may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW. English language skills are vital for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments, and examinations. This is why UNSW requires minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses.
  • Prior study in the medium of English.
  • Other qualifications.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

  • Business knowledge: Students will make informed and effective selection and application of knowledge in a discipline or profession, in the contexts of local and global business.
  • Problem solving: Students will define and address business problems, and propose effective evidence-based solutions, through the application of rigorous analysis and critical thinking.
  • Business communication: Students will harness, manage and communicate business information effectively using multiple forms of communication across different channels.
  • Responsible business practice: Students will develop and be committed to responsible business thinking and approaches, which are underpinned by ethical professional practice and sustainability considerations.

Career outcomes

Students also benefit from access to the UNSW Business School Career Accelerator, which offers industry networking and mentoring opportunities to support professional development. They also join a global Business School alumni community of more than 90,000 graduates.

Fees and CSP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $6,000 (Commonwealth Supported Place)

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $21,000 (Full-fee paying place)

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

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

Commonwealth Supported Places

The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.

If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.

Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.

Your student contribution amount is:

  • Calculated per the course you're enrolled in.
  • Dependent on the study areas they relate to.
  • Reviewed and adjusted each year.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.

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