Overview

It is ideal for professionals aiming to broaden their understanding of core business disciplines or those considering a pathway into further postgraduate study, such as a Graduate Diploma in Business or Global Master of Business Administration.

This flexible and practical programme introduces key areas including management, economics, accounting and finance, and artificial intelligence for business. It emphasises analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication—skills that are highly valued across industries and sectors.

Whether you're looking to enhance your career prospects, transition into a new field, or gain a formal business qualification, the Graduate Certificate in Business offers a fast-track and focused option to achieve your goals.

Career

The Business programme from La Trobe University Sydney Campus is a shorter, more foundational qualification than a Graduate Diploma or Master's degree. It's often used for:

career changers wanting to enter the business field
professionals looking to upskill or specialize
a pathway into more advanced business study, like a GMBA.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic Integrity

Accounting and Finance for Managers

Artificial Intelligence

Economics for Global Leaders

Organizational Behaviour and Management Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

Business Administration View 243 other Masters in Business Administration in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS - 079546B

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

Credit for previous study (advanced standing) is the recognition of prior study or learning that can be counted towards a qualification.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

23600 AUD / full

≈ 23600 AUD / full
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

17200 AUD / full

≈ 17200 AUD / full
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Applies to you

Free

Living costs

Sydney

Australia

1882 - 3547 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Sydney

Funding

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