University of New South Wales
Graduate Certificate in Economics
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Develop the analytical and quantitative skills to interpret economic trends and evaluate business and policy decisions through an on-campus learning experience that supports focused study and academic engagement.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Economics is designed for professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of economics and its application in business, government and policy. Whether you're expanding your existing expertise or building a foundation for further study, the course develops the analytical skills needed to interpret complex economic issues and support informed decision-making.
Throughout the course, you'll strengthen your ability to analyse economic trends, apply quantitative methods and evaluate how markets, policy and organisational decisions influence economic outcomes. Rather than focusing on theory alone, you'll develop practical analytical capability that can be applied across a broad range of professional contexts while tailoring your studies through elective course choices.
Delivered on campus at UNSW Sydney, the program combines structured learning with the flexibility to tailor your studies through elective course choices. The course also provides a pathway to the Master of Applied Economics for eligible graduates.
Key facts
6th September, 2027
What you will study
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Economics, you must successfully complete units totalling 24 credit points, as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 6 credit points.
Core units
- Quantitative Methods for Business
- Business Economics
Elective units
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Econometrics
- Any postgraduate economics course
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Applicants must have a recognised bachelor's degree from an Australian university or equivalent overseas institution.
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Economics (7412) with a minimum WAM of 65 per cent can apply to articulate into the Master of Applied Economics program and will receive 24 units of credit (UOC) of Advanced Standing.
English language requirements
If English isn’t your first language, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. Contact the university for further information. 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 and economic 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 and economic 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 and economic thinking and approaches, which are underpinned by ethical professional practice and sustainability considerations.
Career outcomes
The Graduate Certificate in Economics develops transferable skills in analysis, statistics, data, problem-solving and communication that can be applied across a range of professional settings. These capabilities support opportunities across the private sector, financial institutions and government departments.
Fees and FEE-HELP
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.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.