University of Canberra
Graduate Certificate in Business Online
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Build core business capabilities in decision-making, finance, marketing, workforce management and strategy while developing the analytical skills to respond to complex organisational challenges.
Course overview
The University of Canberra’s Graduate Certificate in Business introduces managers and aspiring leaders to key areas of business and management. You’ll develop knowledge and skills to analyse organisational challenges, make informed decisions and contribute to effective management across different business environments.
Explore areas such as data-driven decision-making, sustainable finance, marketing, economics, workforce management and strategic innovation. You’ll develop skills in critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving while examining how organisations manage people, resources and changing market conditions.
The 12-credit-point course requires you to complete four units from eight restricted-choice options. These cover data analytics, financial management, organisational talent, marketing and behavioural insights, managerial economics, workforce leadership and strategy, with an Applied Industry Project also available.
Delivered online, the course is completed over eight months across four Study Blocks. It provides a focused postgraduate introduction to business administration and can support further study in UC’s postgraduate business programs.
Key facts
March, 2027
May, 2027
July, 2027
August, 2027
October, 2027
What you will study
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Business, students must complete 12 credit points (four units) from the following:
- Data-Driven Decision Making and Analytics
- Financial Management and Sustainable Finance
- Organisational Talent Management
- Marketing, Engagement and Behavioural Insights
- Managerial Economics and Policy Analysis
- Applied Industry Project
- Leading Modern Workforces
- Strategic Management and Innovation
Entry requirements
To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Business, applicants must have:
A bachelor's qualification or equivalent in any field
OR
Three years' relevant work experience.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Recognition of Prior Learning
The University of Canberra does not offer RPL for the Graduate Certificate in Business.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Research, analyse and apply discipline-relevant concepts and theories to an increasingly complex global business environment.
- Critique and reflect on skills and experiences in the management of work and organisations, demonstrating adaptability, creativity and initiative in situations.
- Consolidate and synthesise learning to evaluate or advise on organisational solutions and business decisions.
- Effectively communicate in business and management contexts.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative domestic full-fee paying place in 2027:
- Fee per unit: $4,063
- Fee per annum: $16,250
- Full-course fee: $16,250
The full-course fees are based on completion of 12 credit points across four units.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- Choice of units.
- 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.
Eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place may use HECS-HELP to defer their student contribution.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.