A Graduate Certificate of Business Administration provides a solid grounding in the foundations of leadership and business management as well as a head start on completing an MBA. This course is designed to develop cognitive, technical and creative skills to help you make effective decisions in a global context. It is ideal for people with work experience but limited or no previous qualifications as a pathway to a Master of Business Administration.

This course is designed to help you develop strong business acumen, which will help you to lead people, teams and businesses and enhance your career prospects. You’ll learn how you can apply your knowledge and skills instantly in your current workplace or a new entrepreneurial venture. The Graduate Certificate of Business Administration comprises four core subjects: Business Environment, Business Communications, Marketing and Financial Management.

Learning outcomes

Develop an understanding of advanced business principles and their practical use.
Determine business solutions and systematically evaluate risk.
Master industry-standard software to analyse data for informed decision-making.
Interpret complex issues and communicate effectively with a broader audience.

Career opportunities

You will graduate with the skills and knowledge to critically analyse core business functions, implement strategic processes, manage risk and lead complex teams, preparing you for a management role within almost any organisation.

Career paths

Account Manager
Project Manager
Policy Officer
Project Developer