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University of New South Wales (UNSW)

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Graduate Certificate in Commerce

  • Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Commerce is designed for professionals who are looking to upskill in a range of business areas. An undergraduate degree is not required to undertake this program.

This program also offers a pathway into the Master of Commerce.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
0.7 - 0.7 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Domestic Fees
$19,000 per year / $28,000 total

About this course

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Commerce is designed for professionals who are looking to upskill in a range of business areas. An undergraduate degree is not required to undertake this program.

This program also offers a pathway into the Master of Commerce. You can select courses to meet your professional development needs or interests and you'll gain exposure to contemporary business thinking applications

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.

This program will give you the business knowledge and insights to match your professional development ambitions, in a short period of time.

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Who should choose this Graduate Certificate?

This program has been designed for professionals who wish to upskill in a particular area including business analytics, finance, marketing and human resource management. Students who do not hold an undergraduate degree but have five or more years of relevant work experience are encouraged to apply for this degree.

Program Code
7355
CRICOS Code
055630D
Campus
Kensington
Total Units of Credit (UOC)
24
Indicative Enrolments
36
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Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Category A
A recognised undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification), as determined by UNSW Business School with an average grade of 60% or greater.

OR

Category B
5 years relevant work experience: for example, clerical or administrative work in a commercial, not-for-profit or public service organisation, supervisory or management, banking, finance or marketing experience or other business-related positions.

Application Requirements if applying under Category B

  1. Resume (up to 4 pages) detailing competencies and achievements.
  2. Evidence of most recent employment status
  3. Supporting statement responding to the following question: In no more than 500 words outline why you would like to study the Graduate Certificate at UNSW Business School, and which specialisation you are interested in pursuing to meet your career aspirations.
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.

Category A
A recognised undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification), as determined by UNSW Business School with an average grade of 60% or greater.

OR

Category B
5 years relevant work experience: for example, clerical or administrative work in a commercial, not-for-profit or public service organisation, supervisory or management, banking, finance or marketing experience or other business-related positions.

Application Requirements if applying under Category B

  1. Resume (up to 4 pages) detailing competencies and achievements.
  2. Evidence of most recent employment status
  3. Supporting statement responding to the following question: In no more than 500 words outline why you would like to study the Graduate Certificate at UNSW Business School, and which specialisation you are interested in pursuing to meet your career aspirations.

Note: Applicants from non-211 universities in China wishing to study Postgraduate Coursework in the UNSW Business School, must achieve a minimum overall average of 88 in their current university's grading system. This is equivalent to an 85% Australian scaled average using the calculator.

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.

Study locations

Kensington

Online

Career pathways

Future careers

The skills and insights gained from your Graduate Certificate in Commerce 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.

The Business School offers students a suite of professional development with Career Accelerator industry networking and mentoring opportunities.

Potential careers
  • Business Analyst
  • Consultant
  • Customer Experience Manager
  • Data Analyst
  • Digital Innovation Manager
  • Entrepreneur
  • Financial Advisor
  • Financial Technology Developer
  • Human Resource Consultant
  • Investment Banker
  • Marketing Analyst
  • People and Culture Specialist
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Product Manager
  • Risk Analyst
  • Social Entrepreneur
  • Strategist
  • Venture Capitalist

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at University of New South Wales (UNSW).
83.6%
Overall satisfaction
82.8%
Skill scale
69.9%
Teaching scale
93.7%
Employed full-time
$125k
Average salary