RMIT University
Graduate Certificate in Commerce
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Aimed at developing digitally adept, ethically responsible, globally connected graduates who provide the opportunity to enhance their professional capabilities.
Course overview
The RMIT University Graduate Certificate of Commerce is designed in consultation with leading industry executives to ensure you develop practical, relevant business knowledge aligned with current global market demands. This program helps you build a strong foundation for your career while preparing you for further academic study, giving you the flexibility to grow professionally or continue into advanced qualifications. You will expand your understanding of key commerce concepts and develop managerial skills that are highly valued by employers worldwide, positioning you to thrive in today’s competitive business environment.
The Graduate Certificate provides a pathway to further study at the master's degree level, where you can select additional majors and minors as well as electives to extend your knowledge base.
Key facts
What you will study
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Commerce, students are required to fulfil these four core courses (subjects):
- Information Systems for Business Value
- Future of Work
- Sustainable Business Models
- Business Research Design
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Bachelor's degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) or higher level qualification in any discipline.
You may also be considered if you have a minimum of five years of equivalent work experience. Applicants will be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV).
Suppose your qualification was completed more than 10 years ago. In that case, you will need to provide evidence of ongoing professional work and/or professional development in the same discipline as the program for which you are seeking entry to be granted credit.
English language requirements
You must meet the university's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program. Contact the university for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
You may be able to get credit for your course based on prior formal, non-formal or informal learning. To apply, you will need to provide supporting documentation outlined by the university. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be equipped with a broad set of skills and a highly specialised body of knowledge applicable to a wide variety of business contexts.
Through critical analysis of complex and emerging business needs and challenges, considering technical, ethical and sustainability concerns, you will be able to plan, research and implement innovative strategies and solutions, then communicate their relevance to diverse audiences and stakeholders.
By demonstrating self-awareness, leadership and collaboration, you will contribute to organisational objectives and success and use reflection and accountability to promote inclusivity and acceptance in the workplace.
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you may find work in various business areas, including management, finance, marketing, logistics and supply chain, business IT, hospitality, education and health.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated first-year tuition fee in 2026: $17,760 (domestic full-fee paying place).
Additional expenses:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): $373 maximum fee for 2026.
- Other items related to your program include field trips, textbooks and equipment.
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 48 credit points (normally four units) per semester.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- 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 program.