AGSM Graduate Certificate in Management

For Domestic Students only

Accelerate or make a career transition into management and embark on a pathway into the UNSW Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Faculty

UNSW Business School

Delivery Mode

Face-to-face (includes blended), Online

Award

Graduate Certificate in Management

Commencing Terms

Term 1, Term 2, Term 3

Duration

0.7 - 0.8 Year(s)

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Management is a complete stand-alone qualification and can be undertaken as a pathway to the AGSM Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. This certificate will provide the foundational knowledge required for strategic management success.

These flexible programs are taught by world-class academics and industry practitioners who create dynamic and interactive learning experiences, whether you choose to study in virtual and/or face-to-face modes. You'll be immersed in active learning experiences and exposed to the practical tools and skills needed to not only succeed, but to thrive in today's accelerated Business world.

Why study at UNSW?

UNSW Business School offers an extensive choice of programs designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the contemporary workplace. Our curriculum is built with a ‘career ready’ mindset and students are immersed in active learning experiences and exposed to practical skills and tools they can immediately apply to real business problems.

This industry recognised certificate provides a thorough grounding in core business disciplines and prepares students to move beyond functional areas and to begin to view organisations holistically for successful and impactful leadership positions.

Who should choose this Graduate Certificate?

This program is designed for professionals looking to develop their career. It's ideal for those who are looking to accelerate in their chosen career or those who have become interested in continued professional development.

This short management qualification is also suited to those making a career transition and or changing their career path.

Program Code

7316

Campus

Kensington

Total Units of Credit (UOC)

Entry requirements

A recognised undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) and a minimum of 2 years professional or managerial work experience, or
At least 6 years professional work experience*

Note: Meeting the entry requirements does not guarantee you will be offered a place on this program.

English language requirements

If English isn’t your first language, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. Please refer to the UNSW English Requirements Policy for further information.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

Please note: You can apply for an English waiver based on directly relevant work experience, in the relevant industry or equivalent discipline practice, in an English-speaking country or workplace where the sole language of business was English.

Program structure

AGSM offers innovative, experiential, world-class programs designed to equip a new generation of leaders to make an impact in an accelerated world. Providing the flexibility needed to meet the requirements of professional domestic students, with the option to study part-time and online.

For detailed course information, visit the Management Handbook.

Go to the handbook

Potential careers

Managers
Management Consultant
Management and Organisation Analysts
Chief Executive or Managing Director

How to apply

Before applying for admission, candidates must satisfy the entry requirements. Information on how to apply including application dates and checklist can be found on the AGSM How to apply page.

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Fees & Scholarships

2023 Indicative First Year Full Fee

$19,815*

2023 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree

$19,815*

Tuition fees are charged on a term basis irrespective of when studies are commenced. Information on fees can be found on the AGSM Program fees page.

Financing your study

FEE-HELP is an interest-free loan facility provided by the Australian Government for eligible students enrolled in postgraduate studies. To be eligible you must be an Australian citizen. You can borrow up to the maximum of the tuition fee charged for each course in which you enrol.

Please visit Study Assist for more information. For information and advice about financial affairs please review UNSW's information on fees.

*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).

Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.

Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.

Scholarships

The Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) awards more than $2 million in scholarships every year to enable a diverse range of students, across a wide range of industries, sectors, and nationalities, to achieve a world-class business education.

Candidates are eligible to apply for scholarships once an application for the MBA program has been submitted.

Featured scholarship

The Luminis AGSM Wharton Business Innovation Scholarship

Co-funded by AGSM @ UNSW Business School and Luminis Foundation, The Luminis AGSM Wharton Business Innovation Scholarship provides an exceptional pathway for outstanding leaders to forge a remarkable career in business.

The scholarship will cover the cost of completing the AGSM Full-Time MBA program, international exchange at Wharton and an internship/ work placement in the US.

AGSM Women in Leadership Scholarship

The AGSM Women in Leadership Scholarship will enable outstanding female leaders to complete a world-class Full-Time MBA.

AGSM Indigenous Leaders Scholarship

The AGSM Indigenous Leaders Scholarship is designed to provide support to an Australian Indigenous student who receive an offer of admission to one of the AGSM @ UNSW Business School programs:

AGSM Full-Time MBA
AGSM MBA (Executive)
AGSM MBAX

AGSM Excellence Scholarship

The AGSM Excellence Scholarship will give MBA candidates who have a proven track record of academic and professional excellence an opportunity to participate in AGSM’s Full-Time MBA program.

AGSM Leadership Excellence Scholarship

The AGSM Leadership Excellence Scholarship will give outstanding leaders access to a world-class Full-Time MBA.

LGBTI Leadership Award
Sport Leadership Award
Military Leadership Award
Entrepreneurial Leadership Award
Community Leadership Award

AGSM Alumni Community Leader Scholarship

The AGSM Alumni Community Leader Scholarship is open to talented emerging leaders and managers currently working in the not-for-profit sector applying for either the AGSM MBA (Executive) or the AGSM MBAX program and will cover the full tuition fees for the program, including EY residential costs.

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