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
Bring a sharper business perspective to your next career move. The University of Canberra’s online Graduate Certificate in Business builds your understanding of how organisations operate and develops the decision-making and problem-solving skills to navigate complex business challenges. Whether you want to manage an existing organisation or start a business, connect practical skills with a strong foundation in business theory.
Choose four units from areas including data analytics, financial management, talent management, marketing, economics, workforce leadership and strategic innovation. Shape your studies around the capabilities you want to develop, building knowledge that complements your professional experience and ambitions.
Learn from industry experts and academics across business, government and policy. Develop your ability to evaluate evidence, communicate ideas and respond to organisational change, while exploring approaches to managing people, processes and business performance.
Complete your qualification online in eight months part-time, with seven-week units and six intakes each year. Entry is available through a bachelor qualification or three years of relevant work experience. On completion, you can apply for UC’s Master of Business Administration to continue developing your leadership and management expertise.
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.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.