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.

• Scholarships

  Scholarships provide financial support to students while they are completing their studies. There are various scholarships available to prospective and current students, across all study levels and campuses.

  These can be funded by Notre Dame, industry, individuals and non-profit organisations, to provide financial assistance to students to support costs associated with study. This could include buying food, paying rent, transport, and household bills, raising children as single parents, being a single-income household, becoming unemployed or caring for a sick loved one.

  Please visit the Scholarships Finder to see which scholarships are available to Postgraduate students.

• Fees and costs

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

  Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
  A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a place at a university where the Australian Government pays part of your fees. This part is a subsidy, not a loan, and you don’t have to pay it back. However, this subsidy does not cover the entire cost of your study. Students must pay the rest, which is called the ‘student contribution amount’.

  In a Commonwealth Supported Place, your fees are subsidised by the Australian Government. Your fees will be split into two portions:

  The Commonwealth contribution, which is the portion paid by the Australian Government.

  The student contribution, which is the portion you pay. You may choose to pay upfront or defer your student contribution with a HECS-HELP Loan. The HECS-HELP loan scheme assists eligible students with the payment of all, or part, of their tuition fees, not including additional study costs such as accommodation or textbooks. Your HECS-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.

  Eligible students will be offered a CSP – you do not need to apply.

  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?
  Our advisors provide support while choosing a program of study and completing our application process.

  If you need advice about studying at Notre Dame, the Prospective Students Office can help. Book a 1-on-1 advice session with a career advisor or call us on 1800 878 916.

  Fremantle and Broome
  Email: future@nd.edu.au
  Address: 23 High St, Fremantle, WA 6160

  Sydney and Melbourne
  Email: sydney@nd.edu.au
  Address: 128-140 Broadway, Chippendale, NSW 2008

  International students
  If you need advice about studying at Notre Dame, fill out our Make an Enquiry form, and you can book a session with one of our friendly International Student Advisors.

  Fremantle and Broome International Office
  Phone: +61 8 9433 0873
  Address: 19 Mouat St, Fremantle, WA 6160
  Postal address: PO Box 1225, Fremantle WA 6959

  Sydney and Melbourne International Office
  Phone: +61 2 8204 4229
  Address: 140 Broadway, Chippendale, NSW 2008
  Postal address: PO Box 944, Broadway NSW 2007