University of Canberra

Graduate Certificate in Business Online

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Build foundational business and management knowledge through an eight-month online postgraduate qualification, with study options across finance, marketing, analytics, leadership and strategy.

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Course overview

The University of Canberra's Graduate Certificate in Business is a 12-credit-point postgraduate course delivered entirely online. Completed over eight months part-time, the course introduces core areas of management and business administration with a focus on decision making and problem solving.

Key areas of study include analytics, financial management, talent management, marketing, economics, leadership and strategy. Students can select units that align with their interests and professional goals.

The course requires four units selected from eight available options. Each unit is worth three credit points and is delivered over a seven-week online study block.

The qualification provides foundational postgraduate business study for professionals seeking broader management knowledge or further study. Graduates may be eligible to continue into the University of Canberra's Master of Business Administration.

CSP Subsidised Fees Available

This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Commitment
15 - 20 hours/week
Price Per Unit
From $4,062
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The fee per unit is based on the university's published tuition fee per unit. The course is based on a part-time study load of four units over eight months.

$2,253 (CSP)
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You may be eligible for a CSP. In 2027, the fee is **$2,253 per unit** and **$9,012 for the full course**.
Intake
January, 2027
March, 2027
May, 2027
July, 2027
August, 2027
October, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
FEE-HELP, CSP

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 CSP

Domestic full-fee paying place in 2027:

  • Fee per unit: $4,063
  • Fee per annum: $16,250
  • Full-course fee: $16,250

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) in 2027:

  • Fee per unit: $2,253
  • Fee per annum: $9,012
  • Full-course fee: $9,012

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.