Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

    Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

    Duration0.5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 19,396 / Semester
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026

    Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

    About

    Adelaide University’s Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is a six-month program, designed for working professionals who are looking to broaden their career opportunities. Through a blend of theory and practice, you’ll develop critical thinking, ethical decision-making and effective communication skills – preparing you for senior management and leadership positions.

    This postgraduate program is offered as part of a stackable suite in Business Administration, meaning you can easily transition from one qualification to the next. You’ll learn from industry professionals and experts in the field, and benefit from opportunities to bring your own experience to real-world case studies.

    As a graduate, emerge ready to take on managerial roles, drive organisational success, or even launch your own entrepreneurial pursuits.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved both of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Undergraduate or higher qualifications

    A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; AND

    Professional experience

    A minimum of 3 years of full-time (or equivalent) professional experience.

    OR

    Professional experience

    A minimum of 7 years of full-time (or equivalent) professional experience.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 7 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Adelaide University’s Graduate Certificate in Business Administration can open a range of career opportunities for professionals looking to advance their careers or transition into business-related roles.

    You might seek out leadership roles, overseeing diverse teams or managing large projects. Maybe you’ll pursue consulting roles, offering business advice to organisations. Perhaps you’ll become an entrepreneur – utilising your new strategic thinking and marketing skills to start a new business.

    With further study, career opportunities might include:

    • Chief and executive leadership 
    • Senior management across business, not-for-profits and government 
    • Board directorship
    • Entrepreneurship. 

    Industry trends

    The rapidly changing business environment calls for ongoing skill development in professional workers. With professionals and managers projected to make up 40.7% of employment in Australia by May 2033 (Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024) – there’s no better time to add leadership skills to your belt. Our Graduate Certificate in Business Administration ensures you graduate with competitive, transferrable skills, ready to thrive in the dynamic business landscape.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    19,396 / semester

    Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

    University of Adelaide

    University of Adelaide

    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide