Graduate Certificate in Business Management (Canberra)
- Commencing Terms
- Semester 1 & 2
- Duration
- 0.5 years F/T; 1-2 years P/T
- Delivery Mode
- Online
- Campus
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Canberra
- Codes
- Program code 7363
- CRICOS code -
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2025 Indicative CSP first year fee
- $20,520
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2025 Indicative CSP fee to complete degree
- $20,520
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $25,320
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $25,320
Entry Requirements
Fees
Fees
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Fully online
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Industry-aligned coursework
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Immersive learning
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Management exposes you to cutting-edge business knowledge, providing practical experience by applying theory to real-world commercial challenges, with access to unique global opportunities.
With a curriculum that focuses on the concepts and principles that underpin effective management, business decision making and leadership in organisations, you’ll be well equipped to succeed in an increasingly complex global business environment.
Key features
Cutting-edge business knowledge
Synthesise disciplinary knowledge and skills to achieve organisational objectives in a range of business contexts.
Practical experience applying theory to real-world commercial challenges
Analyse business issues and develop appropriate solutions, through critical thinking and problem solving skills that ensure efficient and effective outcomes.
Flexible learning options
Designed for busy professionals, this program offers flexible online study options that allow you to balance work, life and career growth seamlessly. Study at your own pace while enhancing your expertise in Business Management.
Why study at UNSW Canberra?
UNSW is a global top 20 university
Join a global top 20 university (QS World University Rankings, 2024–2026). Complete the Graduate Certificate in Business Management and you’ll gain a qualification that is respected around the world. Part of the wider UNSW network, UNSW Canberra is also recognised for research excellence and impact as a founding member of the Group of Eight coalition of Australia’s leading research-intensive universities.
Flexible study options to suit you
Grow your skill set and nurture your potential with a program that fits around your life. The Graduate Certificate in Business Management is a predominantly online course spread across the full academic calendar, enabling you to easily balance work, study and other commitments.
Industry-aligned coursework
Our programs are carefully developed in line with the latest industry trends and developments. We regularly consult with practitioners, academics and researchers to ensure our programs provide students with the most up-to-date information to prepare them for success beyond the classroom.
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Entry requirements
To gain entry into a Graduate Certificate in Business Management, an applicant must meet one of the following entry requirements:
- Completion of a Bachelor degree with honours in the same or a related discipline* from a recognised institution; or
- Completion of a Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in a related discipline* from a recognised institution; or
- Completion of a Bachelor degree in the same or a related discipline* from a recognised institution; and completion of at least three years relevant full-time professional experience; or
- Completion of a Bachelor degree in a non-related discipline; and completion of at least four years relevant full-time professional experience; or
- Evidence of other qualifications and professional experience to be assessed as acceptable grounds for admission into the program by the relevant Program Authority. In certain circumstances, students may be required to undertake and successfully complete a relevant non-award course as a condition for admission into the program. This non-award course may also be credited towards the program upon admission.
*Related Discipline/s: Business, Management, Economics, Accounting, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, Human Resource Management, Project Management, Public Policy, Marketing Management, Law.
This Graduate Certificate is also an exit program from the Master of Business (8388).
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
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:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Program structure
Students undertaking the Graduate Certificate in Business Management are required to complete 24 units of credit (UOC) when taken as a standalone program.
Full program structure
This program contains a total of 24 UOC and can be completed in 6 months. Most courses are 6 UOC. Students must complete:
Core courses – 12-24 UOC
- Strategic Management
- Accounting for Management Decisions
- Organisational Behaviour
- Business Law
Prescribed electives – 0-12 UOC
- Strategic Human Resources
- Finance and Investment Appraisal
- Public Service Implementation
- Leadership of Safe and Healthy Work
- Public Service Performance and Evaluation
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- The Business of Managing Projects
- Economic World View
- Finance for Decision-Making
- Leadership
- Change Management
- Marketing
- Business Ethics
- Humanitarian Logistics
- Critical Analysis in Business
- Logistics Management
- Strategic Procurement and Outsourcing
- Sustaining Capability
- Commercial Skills in the Public Sector
- Logistics Intelligence and Big Data Analysis
- Risk Management in Logistics
- People and Systems
- Driving Performance
- Developing Organisational Capability
- Workforce Planning
- Cross Cultural Management
- Strategic Logistics Management
- Managing Diversity
- Business Analytics and Storytelling
- Research Project - Business
- Asset Management
- Delivering Capability
- Leadership, Change and Innovation
- Platform Technologies
- Developing Capability
Future careers
The Graduate Certificate in Business Management will provide you with an understanding of the concepts and principles that underpin effective management, business decision making and leadership in organisations. This program is aimed at those entering or aspiring to a middle management position in their career. Students will gain the practical skills required to ensure they graduate with confidence and feel empowered with their competitive career advantage.
Job roles can include, but are not limited to:
- Administrative Services Manager
- Business Manager
- Business Owner
- Entrepreneur
- Events Manager
- Finance Manager
- General Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- IT Manager
- Investment Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Operations Manager
- Procurement Manager
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
How to apply
Applications for undergraduate study from domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens) are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
Visit the Apply section of the UAC website and you can nominate up to five degrees in order of preference, with the first being your most desired degree and university.
On-time applications for admission usually close at the end of September each year for Term 1 admission. Late applications can be submitted, but a late fee will apply. For study starting in Term 1, the majority of offers are made in December and January. Visit the UAC website for key dates for admission outside of Term 1.
Ready to start your application?
For most international students, applications are submitted via our Apply Online service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date. For details, visit the international admissions information page.
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Fees & Scholarships
*Fees are subject to annual review (or when required) by the University and may vary accordingly.
Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking the program. The indicative fees listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).
You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed when required and may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
*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.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International.
Scholarships
At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
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QS World University Rankings, 2024–2026
AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020–2025
SCOPR report, 2024
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