Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Technology for Business
UndergraduateUSA-DTB-CTF2025
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Get up to speed with disruptive tech in just 6 months
Unlock tech careers and further study pathways with this short online business course. Accenture experts cover IT and data science fundamentals. Unpack automation, security, and AR/VR basics. You’ll explore industry examples and client case studies.
- 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)
- CSP available
- Yes
Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Technology for Business
About this degree
UniSA Online’s Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Technology for Business is a solid grounding in both digital and information technology fundamentals, giving you a broad understanding of technological change in just six months of full-time study.
You’ll be taught by industry experts from global professional services company, Accenture, and learn to apply your knowledge of technology and cloud computing to contemporary business challenges.
Learn how adopting emerging technology can add value to business operations, and discover how design thinking can support business innovation and growth.
Study Business On Demand with UniSA Online and take full control over your study. Access support seven days a week, plan your study to fit around your life, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.
Gain a nationally recognised university qualification that brings together fundamentals in IT, business, and technological transformation, and develop your analytical and design thinking skills. You’ll apply what you learn to real-world case studies, and graduate with a strong knowledge base that’s relevant to a range of industries and businesses.
This qualification is a pathway to enhance your employability, or to undertake further study. Designed and delivered in partnership with Accenture, the Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Technology for Business will build your fundamental knowledge in digital technology, enhancing your employability across a range of industries.
Recommended study pattern
Year 1
Introduction to Digital Disruption in Business (BUSS 1069)
Exploring Digital Technology in Business BUSS (1068)
Information Technology Fundamentals (INFT 1024)
OR
Design Thinking and Digital Innovation (INFS 1023)
Cloud Platforms (INFT 2066)
Award requirements
Students must complete 4 subjects.
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Indicative total fee $6,318
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.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
Successfully completed equivalent to a minimum of half a year of full-time study of a higher education program at a recognised higher education provider
Completed a secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an interstate year 12 or international qualification
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate III or above
Work and life experience (for domestic students only)
- Passed a UniSA Online literacy and numeracy test and have work experience, or
- Completed a UniSA Foundations Studies program or equivalent, or
- Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past, or
- Qualify for Special Entry
If you have previous work experience, or have studied before, you could fast-track your studies by reducing the time it takes to complete your degree.
Study method requirements
Undergraduate Certificates are currently under review by the Australian Government to determine their ongoing recognition within the Australian Qualifications Framework. As a result, applications for this program are currently on hold pending the outcome of this decision. Submit an enquiry to find out more and discuss your options with a UniSA degree advisor.