Torrens University Australia
Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (On Demand)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Ideal for the busy professional looking to develop their leadership skills.
Course overview
With no classes to attend and all of your learning materials available from day one, you'll get a taste of the university's Master of Business Administration (MBA) at a pace that works for you.
During this course, you will develop a strong understanding of the contemporary business environment, key marketing principles and strategies and the fundamentals of business communication. This graduate certificate is ideal for those with work experience but no previous qualifications. Graduating from this course guarantees you entry to the MBA (On Demand).
Key facts
14th September, 2026
What you will study
The Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (On Demand) course comprises three core subjects and one elective.
Core subjects
- Business Environment
- Business Communications
- Marketing
Electives
Choose one of the following:
- Principles of Project Management
- Project Planning and Budgeting
- Employer-Based Project
- Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
- Corporate Sustainability
- Agile Project Management
Entry requirements
Applicants must have one of the following:
- Bachelor's degree (AQF 7) or equivalent.
- Applicants without formal qualifications are eligible to apply if they have seven (7) years of relevant work experience and will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Students who do not meet the above criteria are required to:
Undertake Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) testing from an Australian Government-approved provider and demonstrate competency at exit level three (3) in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) in both reading and numeracy.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Torrens University Australia acknowledges the value of providing opportunities for students to build on their prior learning, whether this learning was acquired through structured courses or through life or work experience.
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Develop an understanding of advanced business principles and their practical use.
- Systematically evaluate risk and determine business solutions.
- Master industry-standard software to analyse data for informed decision-making.
- Interpret complex issues and communicate effectively with a broader audience.
Career outcomes
You will graduate with the essential and in-demand business skills that employers are looking for and with experience in the many facets of business. This course will equip you to take on managerial roles in a variety of industries.
Potential career paths:
- Project manager
- Project developer
- Account manager
- Policy officer
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative subject price in 2026: $3,333 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated total price in 2026: $13,332 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Subject prices are based on 10-credit-point blocks.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- 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.
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 course.