Swinburne University of Technology
Graduate Certificate of Management (Workplace Transformation)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Graduates will be equipped to apply their understanding of dynamic management concepts in a real-world context.

Course overview
The Graduate Certificate of Management (Workplace Transformation) is designed for people looking to refine and strengthen their skills in business management. This online course builds skills in a number of areas including the ability to create innovative workplace solutions and increase business capabilities.
Key facts
What you will study
To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Management (Workplace Transformation) students must complete 50 credit points comprising four core units of study.
- Designing for Change
- Behaviour in Organisations
- Governing Technology for Business Environments
- Leading Innovation in the Workforce
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To gain entry to the Graduate Certificate of Management (Workplace Transformation), you will need:
- A recognised bachelor's degree in any discipline or a minimum of three years of equivalent full-time relevant professional experience.
English language requirements
All Swinburne students must be able to meet the English language requirements. You’ll be able to provide evidence of your English language skill if you have one of the following:
- Completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or another type of secondary qualification taught in English.
- Completed some types of university or vocational education studies (tertiary studies).
- Completed an English language test, such as TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson or C1.
- Completed an English language (ELICOS) course.
- Lived and worked in an English-speaking country for at least four years (domestic applicants only).
These requirements vary for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students, depending on your chosen course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Students can enhance their career opportunities by gaining additional leadership and management skills – an important asset in a today’s complex and changing business environment. The below examples demonstrate the types of roles graduates can attain.
- Manager
- Operations manager
Learning outcomes
- Apply coherent and developed knowledge of management and information system concepts in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking.
- Apply problem solving, design and decision making methodologies to identify and provide innovative solutions to complex workplace problems with reference to key frameworks.
- Communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a team, and use the basic tools and practices of management and information systems within project work.
- Demonstrate integrity, ethical conduct, accountability, respect and a developing awareness of professional practices and cultural norms in a global and sustainable context.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated yearly fee in 2025: $17,680 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply for units studied in 2025 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- 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.