Graduate Certificate of Business Administration-On Demand
Postgraduate
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Validate and grow your business skills
Build your confidence in today’s business environment. You’ll cover contemporary approaches to marketing, financial management, and business communications. Expand your career options and think about progressing to an MBA.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- 6 months full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 4
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Graduate Certificate of Business Administration-On Demand
About this degree
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready. During this course you will:
- Develop an understanding of advanced business principles and their practical use.
- Systematically evaluate risk and determine business solutions.
- Interpret complex issues and communicate effectively with a broader audience.
- Master industry-standard software to analyse data for informed decision-making.
The On Demand - Graduate Certificate of Business Administration lets you build your leadership skills at a pace that works for you. Develop your ability to interpret and solve complex business challenges. At Torrens University, you’ll get a taste of an MBA designed to fit you. This online course has flexibility built-in for the busy professional.
During this course, you will develop a strong understanding of the contemporary business environment, key marketing principles and strategies, and the fundamentals of business communication. This Graduate Certificate is ideal for those with work experience but no previous qualifications, or who want a taste of an MBA. Graduating from this course guarantees you entry to the On Demand - Master of Business Administration.
Affordable learning
Our On Demand - Business Administration courses use a low-contact design, meaning you pay less for your degree.
Self-paced learning
Study when it suits you, with no scheduled classes and all your learning materials and assessments available from day one.
Guaranteed pathway entry
Successful completion will guarantee entry into our On Demand - Master of Business Administration.
Recommended study pattern
The On Demand - Graduate Certificate of Business Administration course structure comprises of 4 subjects (40 credit points).
Award requirements
To qualify for the On Demand - Graduate Certificate of Business Administration, the candidate must satisfactorily complete 4 subjects (10 credit points each) totalling 40 credit points.
Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.
Indicative total fee $9,200
The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.
Fees may vary depending on:
- the subjects you choose
- credit from previous work experience
- your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.
To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.
At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements for this course includes:
- Any Australian Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent.
Seven (7) years of relevant work experience.
Standard English language requirements apply.
Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started.
Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.
Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning.
If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning.
Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience.
Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.
Career opportunities
You will graduate with the essential and in-demand business skills that employers are looking for, and with experience in the many facets of business. This course will equip you to take on managerial roles in a variety of industries.
Potential career paths include:
- Project Manager
- Policy Officer
- Project Developer
- Account Manager.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
Role | Earnings | Employment change |
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Chief Executives and Managing Directors | N/A^ | Up 10.8% |
Corporate General Managers | N/A^ | N/A^ |
General Managers | N/A^ | Up 59.7% |
Management Consultants | N/A^ | N/A^ |
^ There is no data available