Victoria University
Graduate Certificate in Change Management Online
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Build practical change management skills across agile projects, organisational transformation, technological change and complex workplace environments.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Change Management at Victoria University provides focused postgraduate study in leading and managing organisational change. You will explore how organisations respond to shifting business conditions, technological change and complex workplace challenges while building knowledge of contemporary change management approaches.
Across four core units, you will examine agile project and change management, organisational change, technological innovation and the complexities of implementing change across different organisational settings. Study draws on practical scenarios and case examples to strengthen your ability to assess change needs, plan responses and evaluate change initiatives.
Delivered 100% online through VU Online’s Block Model, the course is studied part-time over a minimum of eight months. You complete one seven-week unit at a time, with approximately 20 hours of study recommended per week, and can commence in any of six study periods throughout the year.
Key facts
8th March, 2027
10th May, 2027
5th July, 2027
30th August, 2027
25th October, 2027
What you will study
This course covers four core areas of change management. Each unit of study lasts for seven weeks.
Core units
- Agile Project and Change Management
- Organisational Change Management
- Technological Change and Innovation
- Managing Change and Complexity
Entry requirements
Applicants must have one of the following requirements:
- Completion of an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline.
- Applicants with a minimum of five years of approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.
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
Career outcomes
Graduates can undertake a diverse and rewarding career path both locally and overseas. Depending on your career goals and skill set, studying a Graduate Certificate in Change Management with VU Online will open up numerous roles that may interest you.
- Consultant
- Senior manager
- Change management consultant
- Human resource manager
- Project manager
- Coach or trainer
- Operations and logistics manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Cost per unit in 2026: $4,155 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Total cost for four units in 2026: $16,620 (domestic full-fee paying place)
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of four units per year.
Student annual fees 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.
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.
Student Testimonials
Amanda Frape
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Emma Longuet
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Maxwell Gratton
It was personally satisfying to connect and collaborate with a range of industry professionals. Many have become valuable work contacts, some even lifelong friends and career mentors.