Graduate Certificate of Information Systems

To complete the Graduate Certificate of Information Systems, you must pass 4 credit points. This includes the DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period, 2 credit points of core units (MIS770 Foundation Skills in Data Analysis and MIS782 Value of Information), and 2 credit points of course elective units chosen from Digital Business Analysis, Cyber Security Strategies, Business Intelligence and Database, or Real World Analytics.

Yes, the Graduate Certificate of Information Systems is a pathway to the Master of Information Systems (M722) at Deakin University. Students wishing to progress are recommended to complete MIS770 Foundation Skills in Data Analysis, MIS782 Value of Information, MIS701 Business Requirement Analysis, and MIS761 Cybersecurity Strategies as their elective units.

The estimated tuition fee for a full-fee paying place is $16,400, while a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP/HECS) is estimated at $3,896. These figures are calculated based on four credit points of study, which represents a typical enrolment load for a Graduate Certificate. Actual costs may vary depending on the units chosen and any approved Recognition of Prior Learning. HELP loans (FEE-HELP or HECS-HELP) may be available depending on your eligibility.

The course is available at Burwood (Melbourne) campus and online. Trimester 1 (March start) is available at both Burwood (Melbourne) and online. Trimester 2 (July start) and Trimester 3 (November start) availability may vary by location, so it is recommended to check each intake for up-to-date information. Applications for Trimester 2 2026 close 21 June 2026, and for Trimester 3 2026 close 18 October 2026.

No, this course does not require students to complete compulsory work integrated learning units. However, some units may have participation requirements that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements, and units with work integrated learning or community interaction may require a police check, working with children check, or other checks as detailed in unit guides upon enrolment.