Graduate Certificate in Business

School of Law & Business

If you are interested in exploring the business world, expanding your professional career, or entering the management sphere, The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Graduate Certificate in Business provides the perfect pathway. Also available as a stepping stone to a Master’s, the Graduate Certificate in Business enhances your career prospects and business skills. Contact us today to find out more.

• Why study this program?

  It is no longer enough to specialise in a particular area in the current business environment. Employees are expected to have a broad understanding of multiple aspects of a business and their interdependencies, with the ability to implement practical solutions.

  At The University of Notre Dame Australia, we take pride in the individualised education and personalised attention we give to our students. With all subjects taught by leaders in their fields, our postgraduate programs are relevant and contemporary, embracing today’s rapidly changing global environment while maintaining academic rigour.

  The Graduate Certificate in Business is a one-year part-time (or half-year full-time) program taught by a team of industry leaders and academics passionate about sharing their knowledge. Throughout the course of your studies, you can choose to explore topics such as strategic management, organisational dynamics, leading change and leadership. And upon the completion of this program, you have the option to progress to a Diploma of Business, Master of Leadership, or MBA.

• Program summary

  The Graduate Certificate in Business consists of four courses offered part-time over a year or full-time over one semester.

  One compulsory course

  • Accounting for Managers

  Three elective courses

  You may choose from a range of postgraduate courses available in the School of Business or other Schools as approved by the Dean.

  Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

  More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions pages Fremantle Sydney.

  Please note: The availability of these courses is indicative only and may be subject to change.

• Entry requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised Australian or overseas university demonstrating the attainment of satisfactory grades OR
  • Relevant industry experience in management/supervision.

  Note: Recognition of Prior Learning may be granted to selected applicants who have no formal tertiary qualifications but who have at least 10 years’ industry experience. For further information go to Advanced Standing.

• Learning outcomes

  Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business graduates will be able to:

  1. Apply management skills to lead and manage a team in the business community
  2. Apply management skills to plan and manage a financially sustainable business
  3. Deploy contemporary management theory as applied in the field of business management
  4. Effectively analyse and manage ethical matters
  5. Employ critical reflection to encourage ongoing learning to maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills
  6. Be able to think critically, reason and use judgment in preparation for their professional practice; and
  7. Use evidence-based research in preparation of professional analysis and advice.

• Career opportunities

  Graduates of this program can follow diverse career paths in the private and public sectors; the following careers are open to graduates: analyst, business administration manager, management consultant, managing director, and project manager.

• Real-world experience

  You will learn from our academics, who are leaders in their field. There are no practicum requirements for this program.

• Fees and costs

  This Program has the following loan scheme(s) available for eligible students:

  
  

  Domestic Fee-Paying
  A domestic fee-paying place is a place at university where the student is responsible for the full cost the program.

  Eligible domestic fee-paying students may apply for the FEE-HELP loan scheme which assists eligible fee-paying students with the payment of all, or part, of their tuition fees, not including additional study costs such as accommodation or textbooks. Your FEE-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.

  
  

  International Full-Fee Paying
  Tuition costs depend on an international student’s study load and discipline. Fees are payable each semester at least four weeks prior to the commencement of your program.

  
  

  For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including Government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees, costs and scholarships page.

• More information

  Considering your uni options?

  Talk to one of our career advisors for a personalised advice session. Our advisors provide support while choosing a program of study and completing our application process. Book my session.

  
  

  For more information, please contact our Prospective Students Office.

  Fremantle and Broome Phone: +61 8 9433 0533 Email: future@nd.edu.au

  Sydney and Melbourne Phone: +61 2 8204 4404 Email: sydney@nd.edu.au

  
  

  All international enquiries should contact the International Students Office on international@nd.edu.au.