Graduate Certificate Business & Management Full Time

Graduate Certificate in Commerce

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

113704F

CRICOS provider code

00122A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

26 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$24,480 total

Per year

A$48,960/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Commerce at RMIT University is a six-month course that covers key business disciplines. Students learn core concepts in areas such as management, marketing, finance, and accounting. This certificate is designed for those who already hold a bachelor degree in any field or who have relevant work experience, and want to gain essential business knowledge.

This course is structured with a set of units of study totalling a specific number of credit points (check the RMIT website for the most up-to-date structure and credit requirements). Classes are typically delivered in Melbourne at RMIT’s city campus, and teaching may be block-based, intensive, or scheduled in the evening to suit working professionals. Assessment involves a mix of group projects, case studies, and practical business assignments.

Students can expect to develop important skills such as critical analysis of business problems, professional communication, and decision-making. The course is suitable for people moving into business roles from other fields, aspiring managers seeking formal credentials, and those who want a pathway into further postgraduate business study in Australia.

International students in Australia may be eligible for work rights of up to 48 hours per fortnight during study, and graduates may use the Graduate Certificate as a stepping stone towards higher-level qualifications or other professional opportunities. For complete course details, structure, and entry requirements, check RMIT’s official website.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Business analyst in Australian companies
Office manager in private or public sector
Project coordinator for professional services firms
Pathway to further postgraduate business qualifications
Opportunities in companies seeking cross-discipline professional staff

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Commerce at RMIT University?

It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$24,480 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Business analyst in Australian companiesOffice manager in private or public sectorProject coordinator for professional services firmsPathway to further postgraduate business qualificationsOpportunities in companies seeking cross-discipline professional staff

Apply View university