Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1, 2 & 3
- Duration
- 0.7 - 0.7 Year(s)
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended)
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- Program code 7456
- CRICOS code 103145D
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Commonwealth Supported Places are available for this program2024 Indicative CSP first year fee
- $5,500*
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2024 Indicative CSP fee to complete degree
- $5,500*
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2024 Indicative first year full fee
- $28,000*
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2024 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $28,500*
Fees
Fees
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World-class educators
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Career Accelerator
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Flexible course structure
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- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics is designed for professionals who are looking to upskill in business analytics and technical skills. You don't need to have an undergraduate degree to undertake this program.
This program offers a pathway into the Master of Commerce. You can select courses to meet your professional development needs or interests. You'll gain exposure to conceptual frameworks, modelling techniques, database management and ethical debates to provide a holistic view of business analytics.
Who should choose this graduate certificate?
Professionals who would like to upskill in business analytics and have more than five years of work experience but no undergraduate degree.
Why study at UNSW?
UNSW Business School is ranked the #1 business school in Australia by AFR BOSS*. That means our business education leads the way in career impact, quality and reputation.
By studying this program at a leading university, you can gain knowledge and insights that suit your professional development needs. When you study with UNSW Business School you'll be equipped with the skills to thrive in an ever-changing world at a top ranking faculty.
*AFR BOSS 2022 Best Business School Rankings
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Entry requirements
You will need an undergraduate degree or work experience. Your application requires a detailed resume outlining competencies and achievements.
Undergraduate degree
Your undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification has to be recognised by UNSW Business School, and must have an average grade of 60% or greater.
Work experience
If you don't have an undergraduate degree, you can demonstrate five years of relevant work experience. For example, clerical or administrative work in a commercial or public service organisation, supervisory or management, banking, finance or marketing experience or other business-related positions.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
You will need an undergraduate degree or work experience. Your application requires a detailed resume outlining competencies and achievements. You will also need to satisfy the UNSW Business School English Language requirement of IELTS 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 in each subtest) or equivalent test.
Undergraduate degree
Your undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification has to be recognised by UNSW Business School, and must have an average grade of 60% or greater.
Work experience
If you don't have an undergraduate degree, you can demonstrate five years of relevant work experience. For example, clerical or administrative work in a commercial or public service organisation, supervisory or management, banking, finance or marketing experience or other business-related positions.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Program structure
The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics provides foundational knowledge in business analytics and the technical skills required to generate and communicate actionable insights from data. You will be introduced to conceptual frameworks, modelling techniques, database management, and ethical debates to provide a holistic view of business analytics.
Visit the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics Handbook for detailed course information.
This Graduate Certificate is a pathway program for professionals who wish to obtain a fundamental grounding in business analytics with the view to articulating to either the Master of Commerce or the Master of Commerce (Extension) programs.
Future careers
The skills and insights gained from this Graduate Certificate can have an immediate positive effect on your career. Your education is shaped by industry leaders and world class academics – experts who recognise the future will present career opportunities that don’t exist today - and your potential professional network extends to more than 90,000 Business School alumni worldwide.
UNSW Business School offers students a suite of professional development with Career Accelerator industry networking and mentoring opportunities.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted through our Apply Online portal. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term. Some high-demand programs and Faculties with limited places may have an earlier application deadline or commencement date. Find out more.
Ready to start your application?
For most international students, applications are submitted via our Apply Online service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date. For more information visit our international applicant information page.
Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
$5,500*
$5,500*
All places within this degree are Commonwealth supported. This means that if you receive an offer from UNSW Sydney as a domestic student, you will have a substantial proportion of your fees subsidised by the Australian government. Start your application today with our guide on how to apply.
*The indicative Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) fees are an estimate based on the relevant student contribution band/s for a Commonwealth Supported Place undertaking a standard full-time load of 48 units of credit per year (1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load/1 EFTSL). To find out more about Commonwealth Supported Places visit Postgraduate Commonwealth Support.
Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking the degree/program. The indicative fee listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).
You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed when required and may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International.
Scholarships
At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
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