Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
This course targets professionals seeking foundational business management skills and those aiming to enhance their business acumen. Opt for this course to gain a practical understanding of business administration within a framework that values social justice and inclusion.
Distinguished by its practice-based approach and emphasis on impactful research, the course imparts knowledge through real-world applications. You will acquire key managerial concepts and business strategies from our MBA curriculum, benefiting from the diversity of your peers' industry, cultural, and educational perspectives.
Expect an interactive learning experience, with a blend of online and on-campus options, designed to equip you with essential business insights and skills for immediate application in your career.
Find out more about Why MBA.
The course features four core subjects that introduces students to key managerial and business concepts. These core subjects are from our MBA program and provide an immersive experience with students from diverse industry, cultural and educational backgrounds.
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Course aims
General management skills are developed to provide expertise in strategic thinking, critical analysis, developing and implementing business plans, decision-making under uncertainty, understanding organisational dynamics, effective communication and promoting change.
Course fees
For relevant fee information, please choose from the following:
Local student
International student
Careers
Career options include management-level positions in industry or government. Students benefit from access to the UTS MBA Career Advantage Program, providing tailored career support, experience solving real industry problems and industry networking during the course.
Course structure
To view the course structure please visit the UTS Handbook.Additional information
Course duration
The course may be completed in half a year of full-time or one year of part-time study.
On campus - WeeklyAdmission requirements
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
- A minimum of 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time, relevant post-secondary professional experience AND a general capacity to undertake tertiary education
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)
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International studentsVisa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
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
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
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.
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory.
Recognition of prior learning
There is no recognition of prior learning available for this course.
Articulation with UTS courses
UTS: Handbook
Information for international students
Find out about support services, the Australian education system, accommodation and more to help you get the most out of your study at UTS.
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Domestic students
How to apply
Domestic applicants can apply via UTS Student Portal.
Intake
Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
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International students
How to apply
International applicants apply to study via UTS International.
Intake
Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
