Graduate Certificate Business Administration (MBA) Full Time

Graduate Certificate in Business

at University of Western Australia · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

089264G

CRICOS provider code

00126G

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$32,150 total

Per year

A$64,300/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Business at the University of Western Australia (UWA) gives students an introduction to core business concepts suited to early-career professionals or those looking to move into a business role. Set over 26 weeks, this postgraduate qualification typically comprises several units of study, each with their own set of credit points. Students focus on practical business skills and topics such as management, marketing, finance, and organisational behaviour.

Australian graduate certificates like this one are short, targeted programs that can often be used as stepping stones towards further study, such as a Graduate Diploma or a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Study is usually divided into semesters, and assessment is based on a combination of assignments, case studies and exams. UWA’s strong business connections in Perth and across Australia help students engage with real industry case studies and scenarios as part of their coursework.

Those enrolled in this course gain practical skills in problem-solving, strategic analysis, and effective communication, making it useful for upskilling within various industries. The course is well suited to recent graduates from non-business fields and working professionals seeking to formalise their business knowledge.

International students at UWA can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) on completion, depending on personal circumstances. To confirm entry requirements, assessment methods, professional development opportunities, and unit choices, check the official UWA page.

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

Entry-level business analyst
Project coordinator
Marketing and communications assistant
Operations assistant
Administrative supervisor
Junior management roles in private and public organisations across sectors like resources, banking, professional services, government, and not-for-profit in Australia

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Business at University of Western Australia?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$32,150 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Entry-level business analystProject coordinatorMarketing and communications assistantOperations assistantAdministrative supervisorJunior management roles in private and public organisations across sectors like resources, banking, professional services, government, and not-for-pro...

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