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QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

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Graduate Certificate in Business (Marketing)

  • Graduate Certificate

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
6 years full-time, 2 years part-time
Course Code
031769E
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

Program overview
  • Learn the latest theories, concepts, and techniques in marketing.
  • Study consumer behaviour, marketing and survey research, marketing management and an Advertising, Marketing or Public Relations unit of your choice.
  • Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in effective communication, stakeholder management, critical thinking, problem-solving, data analysis and interpretation.
  • Be taught by award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
  • Successful graduates receive 1 semester of credit (advanced standing) towards QUT's Master of Business (Marketing) degree.
  • Complete online or on campus in six months full-time or one year part-time.
  • QUT Business School has been ranked number 1 in Queensland and number 3 in Australia for postgraduate studies in AFR's BOSS Best Business School 2022 rankings.
Program overview
  • Learn the latest theories, concepts, and techniques in marketing.
  • Study consumer behaviour, marketing and survey research, marketing management and an Advertising, Marketing or Public Relations unit of your choice.
  • Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in effective communication, stakeholder management, critical thinking, problem-solving, data analysis and interpretation.
  • Be taught by award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
  • Successful graduates receive 1 semester of credit (advanced standing) towards QUT's Master of Business (Marketing) degree.
  • Complete on campus in 1 semester (six months) full-time.
  • QUT Business School has been ranked number 1 in Queensland and number 3 in Australia for postgraduate studies in AFR's BOSS Best Business School 2022 rankings.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

You must have one of:

  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or
  • A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in any discipline and at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience; or
  • At least five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience.
Entry requirements

You must have a completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.

Study locations

Gardens Point

What you will learn

Marketing is a business function that extends into all aspects of a business. It's a dynamic and ongoing process that focuses on understanding the needs and wants of your target audience and crafting compelling strategies to engage reach and convert them into loyal customers for your product or service.

If you're looking to pivot your career gain specialised knowledge and build skills in marketing consider studying QUT's Graduate Certificate in Business (Marketing).

Taught by industry leaders and award-winning academics our program is designed to equip you with the knowledge skills and expertise to excel in the competitive world of marketing.

In this program you will learn how to identify and capitalise on opportunities in domestic and international industries while mitigating threats.

You will also develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest marketing strategies techniques and tactics needed to design and execute effective marketing campaigns that build brand awareness drive engagement and help achieve your marketing goals.

If you want to expand your real-world marketing knowledge and skills you can further your studies with our Master of Business.

Business advantage

The QUT Business School's Business Advantage program is a free program offered to all business students. It can help you develop skills through interaction discussion cooperation and debate with other students business government education and community leaders. The program includes: guest presentations from inspiring industry community and university leaders; sessions focused on specific social and professional skills; challenging interaction aimed at developing skills through new experiences; and provides a certificate of completion for students to include in their resume or portfolio. Not only does this program offer you excellent networking opportunities but also the opportunity to gain highly relevant experiences and skills that you can apply throughout your career.

Career pathways

Careers and outcomes

Marketing is a growing industry that plays a crucial role in the success of businesses across all sectors as well as government and nonprofit organisations. This program will give you the knowledge skills and expertise to advance your career and confidently step into a senior strategic marketing role.

Possible careers
  • Chief marketing officer (cmo)
  • Content marketing manager
  • Digital marketing manager
  • E-commerce manager
  • Manager of market research
  • Marketing operations manager
  • Product/ brand manager

Course structure

Students are required to complete 48 credit points (4 units). The course can be undertake either full-time (1 semester) or part-time (2 semesters).

Students are required to complete 48 credit points (4 units).

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at QUT (Queensland University of Technology).
87%
Overall satisfaction
81.8%
Skill scale
77.4%
Teaching scale
91.4%
Employed full-time
$115k
Average salary