Looking to master the fundamentals of business? The Graduate Certificate in Business covers key business methods, practices and strategies, so you can move into, or ahead in, the business world.

The Graduate Certificate in Business is a six-month program that teaches core knowledge about business analysis, accounting and finance, professional communication, and more.
Benefit from a program that covers real business issues and emphasises the latest methods, strategies and practices used in the business world.
Develop your knowledge of organisational decision-making along with your management and leadership skills. You can also use the program as a pathway to the Master of Business program, which offers specialised fields of study.
Learn from some of the most innovative business educators in Australia, who are bound to challenge your thinking. Our academics have strong links with industry and work in consultancy for leading companies, agencies and organisations.

Take the next step, earn a formal qualification and get ready for a fast-paced, diverse and rewarding career, whether locally or globally.

Fast Facts

Global standing

UQ Business School was the first business school in Australia to be accredited by the pre-eminent ranking bodies AACSB International and EQUIS. UQ was also ranked in the top 100 in the world for management in the 2019 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Fast Facts

Stay ahead of the game

Our business programs are regularly updated to include topical and innovative study areas. Our courses reflect the world right now and address constantly evolving issues in areas like sustainability, climate, entrepreneurship and new technologies.
Professional experience

Link up with industry and the profession

The Faculty of Business, Economics and Law's award-winning Student Employability Team (SET) helps students develop their careers through internships, mentoring programs, inspirational guest speakers and career planning advice.
Professional experience

Give back and grow your network

The Community Engagement Program (CEP) gives you opportunities to work on real-life projects with not-for-profit and community organisations. In small groups, you'll apply your classroom knowledge and experience, and develop your leadership and networking skills.

UQ business graduates typically take leading roles in a large number of companies, agencies and organisations across the private and public sectors, working everywhere from small start-ups in a single room to large organisations with offices around the world.

Graduates can expect to find employment opportunities in a range of sectors, including recruitment, education, engineering, construction, consumer goods, finance, technology, telecommunications, travel, tourism, infrastructure, retail, insurance, community services, and government.

Many of our graduates use their qualifications as a way of moving ahead with their careers – whatever field they work in – or use the Graduate Certificate in Business as a stepping-stone to the Master of Business program, which offers more higher-level study and greater professional opportunities.

Research

Work closely with experts

UQ Business School is associated with the Australian Institute of Business and Economics (AIBE), which seeks to establish UQ as the leading provider of business and economic research in Australia, and link UQ academics with industry.
In the classroom

Stay ahead of the game

Our business programs are regularly updated to include topical and innovative study areas. Our courses reflect the world right now and address evolving issues such as sustainability, climate, entrepreneurship and new technologies.

Program details Next

Summary

Program code

5248
Faculty

Business, Economics and Law
Duration

Half Year full-time
Commencing

Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2020)
Program level

Postgraduate Coursework
Units

8
Delivery location

St Lucia
AQF

Level 8
CRICOS code

038553J

Admissions criteria

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale; OR post-secondary study and at least five years full-time work experience as approved by the Executive Dean; OR seven years full-time work experience as approved by the Executive Dean.

English Proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.

Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BEP - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

view the English proficiency policy.

Visa requirements

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Graduate Certificate in Business are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa.

The Australian Government has simplified the visa application process. Now, all international students apply for the Student Visa (subclass 500).

There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted. Find out more about the visa application process.

Learn more about entry requirements

Program structure

Courses

The courses offered in the Graduate Certificate in Business are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#).

Courses Program Rules

The Program Rules explain what is required to complete the Graduate Certificate in Business. These requirements include the total number of units you need to complete in order to graduate.

Program Rules

To have your degree conferred, you also need to comply with UQ’s policies and rules.

Further study options

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Business have the opportunity to progress into the following programs:

Master of Business

Programs and Courses

If you're a current student who has already commenced study at UQ, refer to Programs and Courses in my.UQ for full information about your program structure, rules and requirements.

Financial aid

As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.

Find out more about financial aid, including scholarships and financial aid programs.

Indicative annual fee

AUD $21,136

Indicative fee 2020

The "indicative annual fee" is the cost of enrolling in the Graduate Certificate in Business for one semester in 2020. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load.

A standard full-time study load is 8 units per semester. The fee for part-time study is proportionately lower.

All fees are reviewed annually.

Visit Tuition fees for more information.

Scholarships

International students are eligible to apply for a number of scholarships and prizes. These may be offered by the University, the Australian Government, foreign governments, or private organisations.

Many scholarships have specific eligibility criteria and are very competitive. More information, including information about how to apply, is available on the Scholarships website.

Applying online

Apply now

All international student applications for the Graduate Certificate in Business can be lodged directly to UQ using our online application form or through an approved UQ agent in your country.

The program code for the Graduate Certificate in Business is 5248. You'll need this when applying.

Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study.

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Additional application information

The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.

Official transcripts of previous studies.
Evidence of work experience in the form of a CV. Please ensure that your CV includes your full work history, and outlines the major activities you undertake on a daily basis (if you are applying obo work experience).
Evidence of residency status.