Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

Victoria University

About

The program is suited to business graduates and to managers qualified in other disciplines.

It offers a pathway to postgraduate study in the Master of Business Administration (MBA).

You can study at our convenient city campus, or complete your Graduate Certificate in Business Administration 100% online (external link) .

This graduate certificate contains four up-to-date, foundational units in business administration:

financial analysis marketing management business ethics and sustainability strategic management and business policy.

Structure

To attain the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, 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

  • Financial Analysis Unit code BAO5734 Credits12
  • Marketing Management Unit code BHO6505 Credits12
  • Business Ethics and Sustainability Unit code BMO5501 Credits12
  • Strategic Management and Business Policy Unit code BMO6511 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 business strategies.  
  2. Justify and interpret theoretical propositions and related knowledge to think critically in the resolution of business problems and recommend actions relevant to contemporary business settings.  
  3. Critically apply cross disciplinary knowledge in creative decision making.  
  4. Demonstrate independent judgement in a range of business functions in response to contemporary and future professional challenges.  
  5. Effectively communicate complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences.  

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