Graduate Certificate of Business Administration
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    Graduate Certificate of Business Administration

    Deakin University
    Deakin University
    Australia
    Australia, Burwood
    University Rank:#197
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    Tuition Fee
    AUD 25,200 / year(s)

    Graduate Certificate of Business Administration

    About

    Expand your understanding of fundamental business principles with Deakin’s Graduate Certificate of Business Administration. Whether you want to improve your performance in your current job or expand your future options, this course is an impactful step towards your career aspirations.

    Learn to contribute to business goals with an understanding of organisational management and develop the tools and capacity to be an effective leader. Study alongside likeminded peers and learn from industry experts.

    Are you ready to progress your business career?

    In the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration you will learn about global business challenges and gain insights on how to address them. Your studies will cover strategic management, economic concepts and financial decision making and you will have the opportunity to choose an elective that meets your personal interests and goals.

    Keeping your options open for further study? This course is a pathway to the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration (MBA), and combined MBA courses.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. You will need to meet the minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements or higher to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.

    A combination of qualifications and experience may be deemed equivalent to minimum academic requirements.

      Academic requirements

      To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

      • completion of a bachelor degree or higher in any discipline with at least three years' relevant work experience* (or part-time equivalent)
      • at least five years' relevant work experience# (or part-time equivalent)

      * Definition of minimum work experience: three years relevant work experience and must include at least two years (full-time equivalent) in a managerial or professional role with responsibilities for decision-making in a range of areas including budgetary oversight, staffing and management, involvement in strategy and planning development and operational implementation.

      # Definition of minimum work experience: must include at least three years (full-time equivalent) in a managerial or professional role with responsibilities for decision-making in a range of areas including budgetary oversight, staffing and management, involvement in strategy and planning development and operational implementation.

      English language proficiency requirements

      To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:

      Non-academic requirements

      You must provide the following with your application:

      • a current CV that clearly demonstrates professional / managerial experience
      • current contact details of two referees who can be contacted concerning your work experience
      • a one page brief outlining why you believe that your work experience would be valued by your peers in the course

      English Requirements

      • IELTSMin 6.5

      English Program Requirements

      All students must be able to prove that they can meet our English language requirements. Our English language requirements are divided into five bands – from Band A through to Band E. These Bands indicate the level of English required to undertake the course, with Band E representing the highest English skill level required.

      You will be able to provide evidence of your English language skills if you have:

      • completed an English language test such as IELTS, Pearson, TOEFL or Cambridge
        • Applicants who are unable to sit standard tests due to public health concerns relating to the COVID-19 pandemic can complete an online English language test such as IELTS Indicator, OET@Home, TOEFL Special Home Edition.
      • completed some types of university (tertiary) or high-school (secondary) studies
      • completed an approved English subject in IB Diploma, Australian Year 12 or other high school qualifications
      • lived and worked in an English speaking country for at least five years.

      These requirements are different for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. For the most up-to-date English language requirements, please visit the English Language Admission Criteria procedure.

      Career

      Career outcomes

      Deakin’s Graduate Certificate of Business Administration will help you progress your career in all areas of business from administration to business strategy.

      As a graduate you may find employment in areas such as:

      • corporate governance
      • financial planning
      • human resource management
      • marketing.

      Fee Information

      Application Fee 55

      How to Apply

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      • Begin the application process

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        Entry requirements differ depending on your degree or country of residence. Before starting your application, read through the entry requirements on the course page entry requirement tab.

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      • Certify supporting documents

        Most documents need to be certified. For example, award certificates, academic transcripts and your identity papers (passport). Documents in languages other than English will also need to be translated. Take the original document and a photocopy to an authorised person (for example, justice of the peace, public notary, member of the police force or Australian lawyer), to sign.

        Be sure to attach all requested supporting documentation, otherwise your application could be delayed. If you get your application in early, this gives us more time to arrange visas and accommodation if you need them.

      • Submit your application

        Depending on your nationality and country of residence, you can submit your application directly to Deakin through our online international student application service StudyLink Connect or through a Deakin authorised agent.

      Graduate Certificate of Business Administration

      Deakin University

      Deakin University

      Australia

      Australia, Burwood

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