Course Overview

About This Course

Whether you are a busy professional wanting to enhance your career prospects, or have just finished your undergraduate business degree, the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration enables you to reap the benefits of a business qualification with a globally recognised institution. The course introduces a range of fundamental concepts that set the foundation for business success. These include the leadership of people, the building of effective cultures, the sustainability of organisations, the understanding of consumer behaviour, the interpretation of financial data and, above all, the ethical considerations of a rapidly changing world.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

132 Grenfell Street, Adelaide, SA 5000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

All students applying to study at Kaplan Business School must satisfy the entry requirements for the desired course.
International entry requirements apply (see institution for details).
Domestic entry requirements apply (see institution for details).
English entry requirements apply (see institution for details).
Students may be eligible for credit for academic work previously completed and should apply to the School for this to be recognised as an exemption from individual subjects of study (Recognition of Prior Learning).

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration familiarises you with key business concepts in a practical easy-to-implement way. These transferable management skills equip you to succeed in diverse, real-world business situations. That means it does not matter which industry you work in, since what you learn in this course will enrich you with the knowledge to further your career, irrespective of the position you hold. Career outcomes include: Team leader, Marketing officer, HR consultant, Business manager. Upon successful completion you may be eligible for full credit towards our Master of Business Administration course, or another course with an alternative higher education provider in Australia.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units4 units

MBA401

People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA402

Governance, Ethics and Sustainability

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA403

Financial and Economic Interpretation and Communication

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA404

Consumer Behaviour and Marketing Psychology

Prerequisite: Nil

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration take to complete?

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration has a typical duration of 8 months, consisting of 4 subjects delivered over 2 trimesters.

What are the intake dates for this course?

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration has three intake dates per year: March, July, and November.

Can this course lead to further study such as an MBA?

Yes. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, you may be eligible for full credit towards Kaplan Business School's Master of Business Administration course, or another course with an alternative higher education provider in Australia.

What subjects will I study in the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration?

The course consists of 4 core subjects: MBA401 People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership; MBA402 Governance, Ethics and Sustainability; MBA403 Financial and Economic Interpretation and Communication; and MBA404 Consumer Behaviour and Marketing Psychology. None of these subjects have prerequisites.

Where can I study the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration?

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is available at Kaplan Business School campuses in Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $75,000 to $100,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $100,000 to $130,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $130,000 to $175,000 per year

Career Paths

Management ConsultantGeneral ManagerOperations ManagerStrategy ManagerFinance Manager

Key Skills

Strategic thinking and business planningFinancial analysis and budgetingLeadership and people managementMarketing strategy and brand managementData analysis and evidence-based decision making

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Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

About This Course

Available Locations

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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