Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Duration | 0.5 years full-time, 1 year part-time |
Location | Online and |
Next start term | Term 1, 2024 |
Study mode | On Campus, Online |
Course code | CC51 |

Overview
The CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Business Administration provides you with opportunities to study contemporary management practices. Advance your career with this degree, or upon completion further your studies with the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration, the Master of Business Administration or other Masters courses at CQUniversity.
The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration will provide you with opportunities to study a broad range of topics relating to aspects of organisational management. You will develop the creative, analytical and interpersonal capabilities crucial for successful business leadership. The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration allows articulation into the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration, the Master of Business Administration (MBA) or other Masters courses depending on your previous work experience and study.
Study experience
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Experienced Teaching Team
- Seamless Pathways
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the course, you may consider targeting employment in the areas of business consultation, or middle to high-level business management.
Structure & Availability
COURSE STRUCTURE
You are required to complete a total of four core units.
UNIT INFORMATION
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
On-Campus Availability
Intake | Locations |
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Term 1, 2024 | Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney |
Term 2, 2024 | Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney |
Online Availability
Intake | Locations |
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Term 1, 2024 | Available Online |
Term 2, 2024 | Available Online |
Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.
Requirements
Recommended study
Nil
Prospective students must satisfy at least one of the following criteria to enrol in this course:
- a completed bachelor degree in any discipline from an Australian university or college or equivalent and three years relevant business or professional experience; or
- a recognised diploma and three years relevant business or professional experience; or
- a minimum of five years relevant managerial or professional experience
NOTE:
All prospective students must attach a current Curriculum Vitae or Resume to their application.
International English Language (IELTS Academic) overall band score of 6.5 (with no individual band score of less than 6.0) will be required for students seeking entry to this course.
ALL students seeking entry to the MBA following the successful completion of the Graduate Certificate will require a minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience in order to be admitted. Please refer to the entry requirements for other Masters courses as listed in individual handbook pages.
Fees & Scholarships
2023 Indicative Fees
Fee Type | Fees |
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Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee | $12,474 |
The indicative first year fee is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one academic year. Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and the number of units you study per term. You can view unit fees in the Cost Per Unit table. Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
- Indicative fees for Graduate Certificate courses are based on studying four units in an academic year.
- Indicative fees for Graduate Diploma and Master courses are based on studying eight units in an academic year.
ABOUT FEES
Fee Category | Full fee paying place |
What is a Full Fee Paying Place | As a full fee-paying student, you are required to pay full tuition fees for your course. |
Fee Type | Tuition Fees |
What is my tuition fee? | Your tuition fees are charged per unit of study based on the credit point value of each unit. Our Tuition Fee Schedules provide an estimate of fees per unit. You can also view fees specific to the course, and units, you are interested in studying by using our Cost Per Unit table. |
FEE-HELP and payment options | FEE-HELP is the loan scheme provided the Australian Government to help eligible students pay their tuition fees through a loan. Eligible students can use a FEE-HELP loan to pay for all or some of their tuition fees. If you elect to use a FEE-HELP loan, this means that you will defer payment of your tuition fees and repay your FEE-HELP loan when your income is above the compulsory repayment threshold. |
Other Fees | You will also incur a Student Services and Amenities Fee. |
Other study costs | You may have other study costs such as travel expenses related to residential schools or work placements if they are a requirement of your course. There are also textbooks, stationery and other sundry costs associated with studying. |
At CQUniversity, we believe higher education should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more.
How to apply
If you have decided what you would like to study and are ready to apply, we’re here to help you along the way. Before you apply, you will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). If you do not have a USI, creating one is quick and easy. Simply visit usi.gov.au to create one.
Want to know more about application dates and other admission information?
View our important dates information and read about other admission considerations such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support.
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