Victoria University
Graduate Certificate in Change Management
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Gain skills to navigate ambiguity in your organisation and to successfully lead change as an iterative and innovative process, rather than a reactive process.
Course overview
VU Online’s Graduate Certificate in Change Management is designed for tomorrow’s leaders who can drive change and adjust quickly to new business conditions.
Upon completion, you can continue your studies to earn the Master of Business Administration (Change Management), where you can unlock your full potential as a change leader.
Studying with VU Online means that you can undertake postgraduate study without having to attend on-campus classes. This makes it easy to fit study around work, family and other life commitments.
You will be able to access your coursework, resources, assignment details and individual feedback from facilitators, all from your online learning environment, VU Collaborate. Chat with fellow students, compare research notes and engage with learning materials – it’s all possible with the university's seamless, community-focused platform.
Key facts
31st August, 2026
26th October, 2026
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
I am receiving a lot of support from my facilitators and my Student Success Advisor, who boosts my confidence and self-esteem.
Emma Longuet
The flexibility, relevance and opportunity that VU Online brings to higher education are testaments to excellence in teaching and learning.
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.