Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (Executive)

Graduate Certificate

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Course Code

GC-BAEX, 095604G

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Mar, Aug, Sep

Domestic Fees

$16,240 per year / $16,240 total

International Fees

$19,840 per year

About this course

The Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (Executive) is designed for students who have management experience and are looking to further hone skills as a business manager. The course covers a range of topics relating to aspects of business management and the development of core capabilities required to lead effectively in a rapidly changing business environment.

The course allows articulation into the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration (Executive) and Master of Business Administration (Executive) and associated combined courses.

The Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (Executive) forms the first stage in a four-stage nested suite of programs consisting of:

Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (Executive) (GC-BAEX)
Graduate Diploma of Business Administration (Executive) (GD-BAEX) ^
Master of Business Administration (Executive) (MA-BAEX) or
Master of Business Administration (Executive) (Advanced) (MA-BAEXADV)
Master of Digital Business Management/ Master of Business Administration (Executive) (MM-DBMBAEX)

^ Students are unable to enrol directly into the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration (Executive) but it is available as an exit award.

This course is for working professionals. That's why we offer it in Intensive Mode. It's an efficient and faster way to complete a postgraduate qualification with minimal impact on your professional and personal life. Units (subjects) are either delivered after work hours or on Fridays or Saturdays, and run throughout the year in six week teaching periods instead of the usual 12 week semesters. This means you can complete more units and graduate faster, or take breaks when you need to.

Study locations

Hawthorn

Career pathways

The Swinburne graduate attributes signify that Swinburne intends that its teaching programs assist all its graduates to be:

capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
effective and ethical in work and community situations
adaptable and able to manage change
aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing.

Course structure

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (Executive), students must complete four core units of study (50 credit points).Maximum Academic CreditThe maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (Executive) is 25 credit points (normally two units)

Credit for prior study or work

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

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