The Graduate Certificate in Business (GCB) at Barton Business School is a postgraduate qualification designed to introduce students to contemporary business knowledge, analytical capability, and professional skills relevant to modern organisational environments.
The course explores foundational business areas including:
The GCB is designed as a standalone postgraduate qualification and also forms part of the nested postgraduate business structure at BBS.
Students who complete the GCB may be eligible to continue further postgraduate business study through the Graduate Diploma of Business and MBA structure, subject to course and admission requirements.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | Graduate Certificate in Business |
| Qualification Type | Postgraduate |
| AQF Level | Level 8 |
| CRICOS Course Code | 119378M |
| Duration | 6 months full-time |
| Study Periods | 1 semester |
| Delivery Mode | Face-to-face |
| Campus Location | Level 1, 108–112 Johnston Street, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia |
| Total Units | 3 units |
| Total Credit Points | 45 credit points |
The GCB is designed to provide introductory postgraduate-level business knowledge and professional capabilities relevant to contemporary organisational and business environments.
The course incorporates studies in:
Delivered over one semester of full-time study, the GCB forms part of the broader nested postgraduate business structure at BBS.
Students may progressively continue further postgraduate business study through the Graduate Diploma of Business and MBA structure, subject to course and admission requirements.
Please note that course structures, unit offerings, delivery schedules, and study sequences may be subject to change.
The GCB at BBS is designed to introduce students to postgraduate-level business study through contemporary business knowledge, analytical capability, and professional skills relevant to modern organisational environments.
The course explores foundational business themes including:
The GCB encourages students to develop communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and professional decision-making skills relevant to contemporary business environments.
As part of the broader nested postgraduate business structure at BBS, the GCB also provides students with an opportunity to continue further postgraduate business study through the Graduate Diploma of Business and MBA structure, subject to course and admission requirements.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Business will be able to:
| Code | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| CLO1 | Identify and apply broad business knowledge, analytical skills, and frameworks to solve business problems. |
| CLO2 | Communicate business information and ideas effectively to a variety of audiences. |
| CLO3 | Evaluate diverse business systems and practices to support effective decision-making and professional practice. |
| CLO4 | Demonstrate ethical and responsible approaches to business decision-making. |
The GCB is delivered over one semester of full-time study and consists of three core units totalling 45 credit points. Each unit is worth 15 credit points.
The units within the GCB introduce students to foundational areas of contemporary business study including economics, accounting and finance, and marketing.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Type | Pre-Requisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECO401 | Economics in a Digitalised World | Core | Nil |
| ACC401 | Accounting and Finance for Decision Makers | Core | Nil |
| MKT401 | Marketing for Managers | Core | Nil |
Please note that unit availability, delivery schedules, and study sequences may be subject to change.
The MBA forms part of a nested postgraduate structure that allows eligible students to progressively complete recognised qualifications throughout different stages of study.
Students who complete relevant stages of the course may be eligible to exit with:
The GCB supports students in developing foundational postgraduate business knowledge, analytical capability, communication skills, and professional judgement relevant to contemporary organisational environments.
Graduates may seek opportunities across a range of business and organisational environments depending on their prior qualifications, professional background, experience, and further study.
Please note that completion of a course at BBS does not guarantee employment, professional registration, or migration outcomes.
Information regarding tuition fees, non-tuition fees, payment arrangements, refund information, and important fee-related policies is available on the dedicated Fees and Payments page.
Students are encouraged to carefully review all relevant fee information and policies before accepting an offer or making any payments to BBS.
Students interested in applying for the GCB can submit an application through the BBS online application system.
The Apply Now button will direct students to the online application portal, where applicants can:
Students who require assistance during the application process are encouraged to contact BBS for support.
