Graduate Certificate of Business Administration

Why enrol in the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration?

Sheridan's Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (GradCertBA) provides advanced postgraduate education in business administration. The program covers several core areas of responsibility for managers at a strategic, decision-making level. Each of the units are underpinned by a critical evaluation of the prevailing theoretical frameworks that ground the study of business, and an examination of Christian perspectives which uphold the dignity of human beings and our social responsibilities to one another. The course provides a broad base for further study in Business Administration or to enhance your employability within business management.

Graduate Diploma of Business Administration

The GradCertBA is a nested qualification within the Graduate Diploma of Business Administration (GradDipBA).

GradCertBA graduates who are subsequently accepted into the GradDipBA program will receive full credit for the four units of their GradDipBA course.

Course Structure

The Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (GradCertBA) comprises 4 units of study (or subjects). Each unit represents 3 credit points. To fulfil the requirements of the GradCertBA award, you will need to complete a minimum of 12 credit points.

Core units (4 units)

BU501 Organisational Behaviour
BU502 Accounting for Managers
BU503 Marketing Management
BU504 Managerial Economics

Course Duration

Mode of Study

Course Workload

A standard GradCertBA unit represents 150 hours of study over a semester, including class contact hours and personal study.

The 150 hours typically consist of seminars for 36 hours (3 hours per week over 12 teaching weeks) and personal study for 114 hours (7 hours per week over 12 teaching weeks plus 10 hours per week over 3 non-teaching weeks).

If you are a full-time student (ie you are taking 4 units in a semester) you should plan to set aside a total of 12 hours/week for all your formal classes combined and a total of 28-30 hours/week for all your personal study.

Course Learning Outcomes

Graduate Certificates qualify individuals who apply a body of knowledge in a range of contexts to undertake professional or highly skilled work and as a pathway for further learning.

Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration, you will be able to:

Demonstrate specialised understanding of current knowledge and professional practice in core disciplines of business administration.
Demonstrate your ability to analyse and synthesise information, concepts and theories from a multi-disciplinary perspective.
Demonstrate your intellectual independence through the application of critical and creative thinking to the study and/or professional practice of business administration.
Communicate your specialist understanding of current knowledge and professional practice through prepared presentations and projects in a variety of settings.
Apply evidence-based technical and creative tools to solve complex problems in theoretical and actual workplace settings.
Model self-discipline, professional judgment, personal integrity, teamwork and respect for the dignity of individuals and groups in a variety of settings.

Each unit you take in the Graduate Certificate program will contribute towards the fulfilment of these broader learning outcomes.

Course Specific Requirements

Academic admission pathways into GradCertBA:

A Bachelor degree or equivalent qualification from an Australian university or other approved higher education provider with a credit average, and
Satisfactory evidence demonstrating the equivalent of at least three years relevant full-time professional experience

Work Life Experience

A higher education diploma from an Australian provider or other approved education provider with a credit average (or equivalent), and
Satisfactory evidence demonstrating the equivalent of at least five years relevant work experience and is assessed by the Dean as being able to successfully complete the program and make a positive contribution to the learning environment

Applicants who do not have a credit average must submit a 1000-word statement demonstrating their suitability for the program to be reviewed by the Academic English Lecturer and the Dean.

Course Guide

Graduate Certificate of Business Administration