Adelaide University
Graduate Certificate in Business (Digital Transformation)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Gain in-depth knowledge of disruptive technologies, including artificial intelligence and extended reality.
Course overview
Through Adelaide University's 100% online Graduate Certificate in Business (Digital Transformation), you’ll deepen your knowledge of emerging digital technologies that are shaping industries across the globe.
Get prepared to transform and improve business models, processes and outputs by implementing digital solutions in your organisation or for clients. Expand your knowledge of digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), automation, extended reality, cloud platforms and cybersecurity.
Benefit from the expertise of digital transformation specialists, with courses designed and delivered by a global professional services company, Accenture.
Examine case studies drawn from Accenture’s experience working with world-leading organisations and hear from practitioners about how they apply the tech, tools and methods you’ll learn in your studies.
Key features
- Study a program designed in collaboration with the global professional services company, Accenture.
- Build the skills to drive innovation, manage digital initiatives and achieve impactful business outcomes.
- Discover how digital transformation can impact business success and learn how to solve complex strategic problems with technology.
- Gain experience in design thinking, creating business cases and designing prototypes.
- Examine real-world case studies and gain insights from Accenture’s research and top tech specialists.
- Study this six-month qualification 100% online, with access to the university's 24/7 interactive learning platform so you can study when and where it suits you.
Key facts
April, 2026
June, 2026
September, 2026
What you will study
Students must complete 24 units comprising four core courses. Each course is worth six units.
Core courses
- UO Applying Digital Technologies in Business
- UO Delivering Digital Transformation
- UO Leading Digital Innovation
- UO Prototyping a Digital Solution
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive, with ranks based on the entry criteria.
Higher education study
- A completed bachelor's (AQF level 7) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A completed advanced diploma (AQF level 6) or associate degree (AQF level 6) or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution, PLUS one year of professional experience; OR
- A completed diploma (AQF level 5) or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution, PLUS two years of professional experience.
Work and life experience
- Three years of professional experience
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Whether you plan to progress into a leadership role, increase your earning potential or transition into a new industry, you’ll be ready to work at the forefront of change.
Careers to consider include:
- Digital Transformation Program Manager
- Business Analyst
- Chief Digital Officer
- Management Consultant
- Digital Project Manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $16,800 per 0.5 of a year (domestic full-fee paying place)
Fee-paying programs require the full tuition fees for your study, which can be deferred partly or in full to a FEE-HELP loan. Where the duration of the program is less than one year, the total cost of the program is displayed.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of courses 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.