Specialist Certificate in Global Competition Law
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    Specialist Certificate in Global Competition Law

    University of Melbourne
    University of Melbourne
    Australia
    Australia, Melbourne
    University Rank:#13
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    Duration6 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 9,631 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    Specialist Certificate in Global Competition Law

    About

    Overview

    Designed for professionals in the private and public sectors who are aspiring to build or advance a career in this field, the Specialist Certificate in Global Competition Law will advance your economic and legal knowledge, and enable you to take on new professional challenges.

    You will gain important foundational knowledge about the historical origins and development of competition systems, the policy objectives of the law, and the role of economics in the design and application of competition law.

    The innovative course content examines the policies, laws and enforcement experiences of the major jurisdictions in this field, the United States and European Union, while also drawing on the experiences in other jurisdictions, particularly the Asia-Pacific region, including Australia. Designed to suit the needs of busy professionals, this course is delivered wholly online, using sophisticated interactive technology. You will learn from world-leading experts in the field and connect with a global network of like-minded peers.

    International students are welcome to study this course. However, please note that this course is not available to international students who require a student visa to study in Australia as it does not meet the onshore study requirements and it is not registered with CRICOS.

    Course aims

    The Specialist Certificate in Global Competition Law responds to the global proliferation of competition and consumer policies and laws, and their increasingly active enforcement. Competition policy and law are a crucial means of driving economic growth, higher living standards and productivity at national and global levels. The course aims to provide professionals working in the public or private sector with advanced competencies in legal and economic analysis and problem-solving abilities.

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    Melbourne Law School is ranked:

    • #1 law school in Australia and #11 in the world (Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings by Subject, 2023).
    • #1 law school in Australia and No. 7 in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, 2023).

    Pathways

    Upon completion of this course, you may choose to proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Global Competition and Consumer Law or the Master of Global Competition and Consumer Law with credit for the subjects you have completed in the Specialist Certificate.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission criteria

    To be considered for entry into this course, you must have completed:

    • A degree in a relevant discipline, AND
    • One year of documented relevant professional experience.

    Disciplines relevant to this course include (but are not limited to) law, economics, commerce, or business.

    Professional experience relevant to this course includes work in the field of competition and/or consumer policy, law or economics in legal practice, in the private or public sectors, in a government body such as a department responsible for economic policy, a competition or consumer enforcement authority, or related regulatory or enforcement agency or non-governmental organisation.

    Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

    Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks.

    English language requirements

    All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:

    • English language test score requirements

    • If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

      IELTS

      7.0

      with no band less than 6.5

      TOEFL

      94+

      with writing 24; speaking 20; reading 19; listening 20

      PEARSON

      72+

      with written communicative skill of 65 and no other communicative skill below 64

      CAMBRIDGE

      185+

      with no skill less than 176
      *Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

    About selection

    When assessing applications, the Selection Committee will consider your previous studies and academic performance.

    The Selection Committee may request additional information to clarify any aspect of an application, according to the University’s Academic Board rules regarding selection instruments.

    Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

    The Selection Committee will consider your professional experience.

    English Program Requirements

    All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:

  • English language test score requirements

  • If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

    IELTS

    7.0

    with no band less than 6.5

    TOEFL

    94+

    with writing 24; speaking 20; reading 19; listening 20

    PEARSON

    72+

    with written communicative skill of 65 and no other communicative skill below 64

    CAMBRIDGE

    185+

    with no skill less than 176
    *Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

    • Career

    Who the course is for

    This course is designed for professionals in the private and public sectors who are aspiring to build or advance a career in the field of competition law. Students can be from either legal or non-legal backgrounds. The course is multidisciplinary and global in focus, meaning you can be based anywhere in the world as you study.

    Career outcomes

    As a graduate, you will demonstrate you are a critical thinker with strong reasoning and analytical skills. You will have an advanced capacity to apply your knowledge in a way that addresses major economic and social problems, as well as a strong sense of intellectual integrity, a high standard of professionalism and sophisticated advocacy and communication skills.

    You will graduate with a world-recognised qualification, positioning you to act as a leader in your field, able to use your expertise to make positive contributions to your profession and community.

    Further study

    Upon completion of this course, you may choose to proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Global Competition and Consumer Law or the Master of Global Competition and Consumer Law.

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    9,631 / year
    Application Fee 154

    Specialist Certificate in Global Competition Law

    University of Melbourne

    University of Melbourne

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne

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