Graduate Certificate in Management

Victoria University

About

This course has a strong foundation in organisational management and is designed as an entry point if you have hands-on management experience without an undergraduate degree.

On completion you'll be able to pathway directly to a post graduate diploma in Management or into the Master of Management.

Topics covered in the course include:

strategic human resource management business project management strategic management and business policy organisational change management.

Structure

To attain the Graduate Certificate in Management, 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

  • Strategic Human Resource Management Unit code BMO5572 Credits12
  • Operations Management Unit code BMO6508 Credits12
  • Strategic Management and Business Policy Unit code BMO6511 Credits12
  • Organisation Change Management Unit code BMO6624 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

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORApplicants with a minimum five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.

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 management strategies.  
  2. Justify and interpret theoretical propositions and related bodies of knowledge to critically evaluate the resolution of business problems and recommend actions relevant to contemporary business settings.  
  3. Critically apply cross-disciplinary knowledge in decision making for management contexts.  
  4. Demonstrate independent judgements in response to contemporary and future professional management challenges.  
  5. Work as a reflective management practitioner to formulate, implement and evaluate industry-specific investigations to resolve complex professional problems and inform decision-making.  
  6. Effectively communicate complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences.  

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