Undergraduate Certificate in Business Studies

Rank thresholdATAR: 50 SR: 50
Duration0.5 years full-time, 1 year part-time
Location
Online
Next start termTerm 1, 2024
Study modeOnline
Course codeCM57

Overview

The Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting allows you to experience university-level studies in business management. This course is an ideal option to build your skills and knowledge, acquire new skills or add to an existing qualification. 

You will learn about business approaches and develop foundational skills that prepare you to become a valued business professional. You'll study four units that equip you with foundational business, marketing, economics and accounting skills, preparing you for the future world of work. Consisting of units from CQU's Bachelor of Business, the Undergraduate Certificate in Business provides a pathway to study further should you wish to continue to build your skills and knowledge further.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate, you may explore entry-level job opportunities in the business or management in roles such as administration officer, business support officer or office assistant. You may also like to continue your studies with a Diploma of Business Studies or Bachelor of Business to build your skills and knowledge further. 

Structure & Availability

Course structure

You are required to complete 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.

Online Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2024Available Online
Term 2, 2024Available Online
Term 3, 2024Available Online

Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

Recommended study

English and Mathematical Methods

English Language Proficiency Requirements

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:

  • A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or

  • An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or

  • Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

Completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or

  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or

  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

If you are an International student please visit International students English requirements for further information.

Each student will be assessed individually.

You will have to meet this course's inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes.

Fees & Scholarships

2024 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee$8,778

Learn about unit fees

Learn more about fees and explore individual unit fees on our understanding your fees webpage. You'll be able to view our Cost Per Unit information to see the fees for individual units that sit within this course. 

Government assistance loans

You may be eligible for a HELP Loan, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Learn more about paying for university or view the HELP Loan information on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.

Other study costs

Part of your course costs includes Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). There may also be additional costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.

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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