Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Adelaide University’s Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is a six-month program, designed for working professionals who are looking to broaden their career opportunities. Through a blend of theory and practice, you’ll develop critical thinking, ethical decision-making and effective communication skills – preparing you for senior management and leadership positions.
This postgraduate program is offered as part of a stackable suite in Business Administration, meaning you can easily transition from one qualification to the next. You’ll learn from industry professionals and experts in the field, and benefit from opportunities to bring your own experience to real-world case studies.
As a graduate, emerge ready to take on managerial roles, drive organisational success, or even launch your own entrepreneurial pursuits.
Campus Information
Adelaide City, Mount
The campus encompasses precincts at both the east and west ends of the city. Adelaide City Campus – West features cutting-edge creative studios and modern learning spaces, as well as unique facilities like the Architecture Museum and SASA Gallery. Adelaide City – West is also surrounded by live music venues, and borders Adelaide’s biomedical precinct, where significant and groundbreaking medical research occurs.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Adelaide University’s Graduate Certificate in Business Administration can open a range of career opportunities for professionals looking to advance their careers or transition into business-related roles.
You might seek out leadership roles, overseeing diverse teams or managing large projects. Maybe you’ll pursue consulting roles, offering business advice to organisations. Perhaps you’ll become an entrepreneur – utilising your new strategic thinking and marketing skills to start a new business.
With further study, career opportunities might include:
- Chief and executive leadership
- Senior management across business, not-for-profits and government
- Board directorship
- Entrepreneurship.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved both of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
Undergraduate or higher qualifications
- A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; AND
Professional experience
- A minimum of 3 years of full-time (or equivalent) professional experience. OR
Professional experience
- A minimum of 7 years of full-time (or equivalent) professional experience.
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- Course Code: 115794E
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
27450 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: 150 AUD

