Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

Victoria University

About

Victoria University is one of the world's leading institutions in ERP systems (SAP) education as recognised by industry, SAP and academia.

Our Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics is tailored to professionals with significant relevant experience, but without a bachelor degree.

You'll study units that give you a strong foundation in Business Analytics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems.

Through a combination of computer-based exercises, case studies and industry-expert lectures, you'll come to understand business-system and digital-marketing processes.

This practical knowledge feeds into effective decision-making that you can apply to a range of professional tasks.

The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics offers a pathway to postgraduate business analytics studies:

Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics Master of Business Analytics Master of Business Analytics (Professional) Read about VU's world-class SAP education.

 

Structure

To attain the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics, students will be required to complete 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) consisting of:

  • 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) professional core units

Course structure and units

  • Business Process Engineering Unit code BCO5501 Credits12
  • Business Analytics Unit code BCO6007 Credits12
  • Enterprise Resource Planning Systems Unit code BCO6603 Credits12
  • Customer Relationship Management Unit code BCO6604 Credits12

Entry requirements

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of a cognate (similar discipline) Bachelor/Honours Degree; OR Successful completion of a non-cognate (any discipline) Bachelor/Honours Degree and four years full-time work experience post-graduation including at least 2 of the 4 years full-time work experience gained while working in a dedicated supervisory/management role as approved by the College.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Credit for skills and past study

If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.

Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

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  1. Review theoretical approaches and analyse their application to achieve effective Business Intelligence and Business Analytics Systems practice.  
  2. Justify and interpret theoretical concepts and related knowledge to think critically in the resolution of authentic business problems in contemporary Business Intelligence and Business Analytics Systems.  
  3. Critically apply cross disciplinary knowledge in creative decision making.  
  4. Demonstrate independent judgement in a range of technical or management functions in response to contemporary and future business challenges.  
  5. Evaluate the effectiveness of Business Intelligence and Business Analytics and associated Information Systems in the support of complex problem solving and management decision making.  
  6. Effectively communicate complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences.  
  7. Contribute consistently, with personal accountability for outputs in a dynamic 21st century work team, working in an ethical and socially responsible manner.  

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