University of Technology Sydney

Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

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

Develop essential business leadership and management skills through the study of organisational change, marketing, accounting and managerial economics, with a focus on ethical decision-making and responsible business practice.

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Course overview

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is designed for aspiring leaders, business professionals, entrepreneurs and technical specialists seeking to strengthen their management capabilities. The course introduces fundamental business principles, with an emphasis on ethical leadership, sustainable practices and informed decision-making in contemporary organisations.

Study covers leadership and organisational change, marketing in technology-driven environments, financial accounting and managerial economics. You will examine how businesses respond to changing market conditions, manage people and resources and use financial information to support strategic decisions. Learning develops analytical thinking, communication and problem-solving capabilities, alongside an understanding of social responsibility and sustainable business management.

Delivered 100% online, the course comprises four compulsory subjects totalling 24 credit points and can be completed in eight months. The online delivery format accommodates professionals balancing study with existing work commitments. Graduates may also qualify for progression into the Master of Business Administration, requiring eight additional subjects to complete the master's qualification.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $4,763
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The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee. It is based on a part-time study load of 24 credit points (normally four subjects) per semester or year.
Intake
26th October, 2026
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.

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.
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What you will study

The course includes the following four subjects:

  • Leading People and Change
  • Marketing in the Age of Technology
  • Accounting for Decision Makers
  • Managerial Economics

Entry requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

  • Completed an Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, OR
  • A minimum of five years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant post-secondary professional work experience AND a general capacity to undertake tertiary education.

Relevant professional work experience refers to professional roles in which applicants have developed skills, knowledge and competencies directly related to the course. This may include roles such as managers, professionals, technicians, community and personal service workers, clerical or administrative workers and sales workers across various industries.

Supporting documentation

Applicants applying through the professional work experience pathway must provide:

  • A curriculum vitae (CV) AND a statement of service in one of the following formats:
    • A Statement of Service provided by the employer.
    • A completed UTS Statement of Service signed by the employer.
    • A statutory declaration confirming professional work experience (Australian residents only).
    • An official letter from the applicant's accountant or solicitor, on company letterhead, confirming professional work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations and nature of the business.
    • A business registration certificate in the original language and English, such as ASIC documentation, ABN records or equivalent documentation for Australian businesses.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee an offer of a place.

English language requirements

English language requirements apply to both domestic and international students. International students and domestic applicants with international qualifications may need to demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:

  • IELTS Academic: Overall 6.5, with a writing score of 6.0.
  • TOEFL paper-based: Overall 550–583, with a Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.5.
  • TOEFL iBT: Overall 79–93, with a writing score of 21.
  • UTS College Academic English 5 (AE5): Pass.
  • Pearson PTE: Overall 58–64, with a writing score of 50.
  • Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Overall 176–184, with a writing score of 169.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

  • Critical thinking and analytical skills: Advance your critical thinking and analytical skills to develop innovative business solutions applicable to your current organisation.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills: Have the ability to communicate ideas, decisions and strategies clearly to a variety of stakeholders and apply interpersonal skills that are sensitive to Indigenous peoples and other diverse people, cultures and contexts.
  • Ethical decision-making: Learn how to evaluate and apply principles of ethics, sustainability, social responsibility and Indigenous perspectives to your business decisions.
  • Global leadership: Gain advanced leadership skills and knowledge that you can integrate into your everyday practice, including researching and analysing complex information and concepts to support business decisions in local and international contexts.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative tuition fee per subject in 2026: $4,763 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Indicative total tuition fee in 2026: $19,050 (domestic full-fee paying place)

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 24 credit points (four subjects) per year or semester.

Student fees may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of subjects studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of courses.
  • 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 with the cost of a university program.