Graduate Certificate of Business

About this Course

This course is suited for professionals with no formal qualifications to enhance their knowledge in business and management.

Also designed as an introduction to the Graduate Diploma of Business and subsequently, the Master of Business Administration (MBA), the Graduate Certificate of Business covers topics including the management of people and organisations, together with marketing and integrated principles relating to economics, finance and accounting practice

Participants will be exposed to the relevant theory and knowledge in each area, with learning consolidated through research and case study material in seminars, discussions and assigned project work.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate Award.

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 6)

  Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are equipped to undertake mid-level management roles in a broad spectrum of industries. Potential careers exist in industry and government, and the course improves people’s ability to run and manage a business, or helps them move into a management role.

Possible future job titles

Business Analyst, Operations Manager, Executive General Manager, Strategic Manager, Data Analyst, Business Development Manager, Researcher

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.

• Master of Business Administration
• Graduate Diploma of Business