Marketing is fast-paced, exciting and always challenging. It is an ideal career if you are creative, analytical and a good communicator.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Marketing, a student must:
hold any Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale) OR
have a minimum of five years equivalent full-time professional work experience in a relevant field OR
have a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to either of the above.
In the Graduate Certificate in Employment Relations, you will develop a sound understanding of key issues around formulating and implementing employment relations policies in dynamic environments.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Employment Relations, a student must:
hold any Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale)
OR have a minimum of five years equivalent full-time professional work experience in a relevant field
OR have a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to either of the above.
This program enables managers with extensive relevant experience but without a prior undergraduate degree in a business discipline to advance their management thinking through four foundation courses as a stepping-stone to more advanced courses within the Master of Business Administration.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, an applicant must:
have a minimum of six years equivalent full-time work experience which includes:
four years of relevant work experience and
two years in a role demonstrating leadership experience.
Leadership can include direct supervisory experience and/or change management in an organisational or project-specific setting.
Evidence of work experience must include a detailed work history (roles, responsibilities and achievements).
Upon request, applicants may be asked to provide:
An Applicant Statement of Leadership Experience (maximum 750 words). To demonstrate relevance of work experience, applicants will need to provide a statement detailing examples of applied leadership skills and how their experiences will be complemented by the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration program along with a sound knowledge of the Griffith Business School values.
The Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Business provides an alternative route for entry into a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program for applicants who do not possess the required qualifications for direct admission.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Business, a student must:
hold an undergraduate degree in a related discipline from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average of 5.0 (using a 7.0 scale) over the last two years of the Bachelor degree, OR
hold a Masters degree in a related discipline from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average of 5.0 (using a 7.0 scale), OR
have completed the Graduate Certificate in Research Studies in Business with a minimum GPA of 5.0 (using a 7.0 point scale).
Students who successfully complete courses in the Graduate Certificate in Research Studies in Business with a minimum GPA of 5.0 without graduating will be able to transfer to the Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Business (4160). Students who graduate with the Graduate Certificate and seek admission to the Graduate Diploma will be required to complete 60 credit points in order to successfully complete the Graduate Diploma.
The Program Director will take the following criteria into consideration when assessing applications for admission:
evidence of the willingness of an appropriately qualified staff member to serve as a research supervisor.
Applicants are required to find a suitable supervisor and have their research project approved. Students may find the Griffith Experts website a useful resource to this end. Students requiring assistance in finding a suitable supervisor and developing a research proposal should contact the Program Director.
The Graduate Certificate in Business is comprised of a set of specialist courses that will provide you with a solid foundation in business concepts and an understanding of the complex environments in which businesses operate.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Business, a student must:
hold any Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale); OR
have a minimum of five years equivalent full-time professional work experience in a relevant field; OR
have a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to the above.
International Tourism and Hospitality Management is an exciting career offering tremendous flexibility for global employment opportunities. It is an ideal career if you are customer focused, a good communicator and enjoy travel and hotel experiences.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hospitality Management, a student must:
hold any Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale) OR
have a minimum of five years equivalent full-time professional work experience in a relevant field.
The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management is designed for people who generally have limited prior knowledge or experience of HRM but who are seeking to move into the industry as human resource management professionals.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management, a student must:
hold any Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale)
OR have a minimum of five years equivalent full-time professional work experience in a relevant field
OR have a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to either of the above.
There's nothing better for business than a satisfied customer. In this course, we'll enhance your business qualifications, prepare you for your own business career, and provide the skills to keep your customers happy.
Accountants count - literally - on their proficiency as highly organised, precise and committed professionals. If these qualities add up for you, then this six-month course is perfect preparation for a career in accounting and finance.
If you are interested in a career in business, the Undergraduate Certificate in Business is an excellent place to start. This short course is a pathway to further study at Southern Cross University with career opportunities in a wide range of business and tourism professions.
