Graduate Certificate in Business (Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies)

The philanthropy and nonprofit studies area equips students for a career in the management of philanthropic and nonprofit organisations.

Students undertaking this study area build skills and knowledge relevant to the specialised Third Sector and core content is framed by the international Nonprofit Academic Centers Council curriculum.

The philanthropy and nonprofit studies specialisation in the Graduate Certificate of Business is designed to provide foundation knowledge, research and skills appropriate to the philanthropic and non-profit industry profession.

The Graduate Certificate in Business is an excellent re-introduction to tertiary learning and an opportunity to update skills or, as one-quarter of the Master of Business program, a pathway to higher level study.

Domestic Students

Students are required to complete 48 credit points (8 units). The major in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies is only available part-time due to unit offerings.

International Students

A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or 

A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in any discipline and at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience; or

At least five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience.

Careers and outcomes(DOM,INT)

Positions for employment may include:

• Fundraising Officer/Manager
• Administration Officer/Manager
• Relationships Officer/Manager
• Contract Administrator.

Possible careers

• CEO Nonprofit Organisation
• Fundraiser
• Government Officer
• Philanthropic Trust Officer