Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

Study Business Analytics at UTS

Data is the currency of the future. If you want to build sought-after business-specific skills in the growing and fascinating area of data analytics, UTS' Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics is your ideal first step.

Designed for professionals with backgrounds in business and IT, this program will equip you with a host of essential capabilities in analytics, governance and regulation and database design and management. Plus, you'll get hands-on in our practical studio subject, giving you the chance to apply your learnings to solve real-life challenges.

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Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

CODE

UTS: C11280 (version 3)

CRICOS: 0100400

DURATION

0.5 years full time
1 year part time

INTAKE

Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
Autumn Session 2026
Spring Session 2026

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COURSE FEES

Domestic (FT)

LOCATION

City campus

What you’ll study

You will complete 4 core subjects totalling 24 credit points, including the chance to solidify your theoretical learning in your hands-on studio subject, where you’ll identify solutions to real business problems. Graduates of this course who wish to pursue further education can articulate into the UTS Master of Business Analytics.

The course is suitable for those from both business snd IT backgrounds who seek to upskill and develop the skills required to meet the growth in emerging careers in business analytics.

Subjects at a glance

Core subjects

Subject Code	Subject Name
32606	Database
23708	Studio 1: Foundation
22804	Business Analytics Foundations
22805	Data Governance and Regulation

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Course highlights

This program is designed to help you acquire a range of in-demand foundational capabilities in Business Analytics, such as data gathering, analysis and decision-making. You'll also get the opportunity to develop your knowledge of regulatory and governance considerations and database design and maintenance.

Admissions information

This course is tailored for professionals from business and IT sectors aiming to enhance their analytics skills to meet the rising demand in this field. Opt for this course to gain a competitive edge through a unique blend of business and technology education, offered by the UTS Business School and the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology.
Stand out with our distinctive transdisciplinary approach, blending online and face-to-face learning in state-of-the-art UTS facilities. You'll acquire practical skills in business analytics, preparing you for advanced roles and seamless progression into the Master of Business Analytics.
Experience a flexible learning journey that respects your prior experience, with a curriculum that bridges theory and practice for real-world application.
The course is suitable for students from both business and IT backgrounds who seek to upskill and develop the skills required to meet the growth in emerging careers in business analytics.
To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study
OR
- A minimum of 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time, relevant post-secondary professional experience AND a general capacity to undertake tertiary education.
Related fields of study:

Accounting, Banking, Commerce, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Management, Marketing, Project Management or other related field of study (e.g. Engineering) with sufficient background in business, databases or computer programming

Relevant professional experience refers to any current work experience in which you have developed skills, knowledge, and competencies directly related to the course for which you are applying. This includes roles such as managers, professionals, technicians, community, personal service, clerical, administrative, or sales workers across various industries.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:
- Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  - A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  - A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  - A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  - An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  - A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

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Careers

Your future career

On completing this program, you'll have an invaluable foundational skill set in data analytics. You'll be able to propose, design, undertake and communicate the results of data analysis for a wide range of purposes and settings.

Organisations across all industries, sectors and settings have realised the value data holds in informing better practices and outcomes, which means opportunities for those with qualifications in this field are limitless. Whether you want to grow your career, launch a new one or pursue further learning in this space, UTS will help you get there.

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Why study Business at UTS

With a Business degree at UTS, you'll learn innovative approaches to problem-solving, develop confidence with new technologies, and act towards a just and equitable world.

Our courses blend theory with real-world application, so you can apply these skills in the global market. We offer a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, research and MBA courses tailored to your ambitions.