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Graduate Certificate in Commerce (Online)

Take your career to the next level with a postgraduate qualification in Commerce.
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Careers and further study

Take your studies to a new level with a postgraduate degree and discover what career opportunities lie ahead.

Career Pathways

The broad nature of this course ensures you will be able to pursue a range of careers in the business world in virtually any organisation. Graduates are employed in both public and private sectors.
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Career Pathways

The broad nature of this course ensures you will be able to pursue a range of careers in the business world in virtually any organisation. Graduates are employed in both public and private sectors.
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Career Opportunities

Accountant

Analyse, report and give advice on the financial dealings of a company or client to maximise economic efficiency and profitability.

Advertising Professional

Create ideas to be used in the development of advertising and communication programs, and plan and execute advertising campaigns.

Advertising and Public Relations Manager

Manage direct advertising, public relations, sales and marketing activities within an organisation.

Analyst

Use your skills to define software requirements, identify specifications and guide program design and development.

Policy Analyst

Guide design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs through policy.

Financial Analyst

Financial analysts provide guidance to businesses and individuals making investment decisions. They assess the performance of stocks, bonds, and other types of investments.

Market Research Analyst

Collect and analyse data and information to improve marketing and anticipate product demand.

Intelligence Analyst

Collect and analyse data to produce intelligence reports and develop and analyse government and commercial policies for design, implementation and modification.

Finance Manager

Use your skills to plan, direct and coordinate financial and accounting activities of organisations.

General Manager

Your skills will enable you to manage organisations independently or through a team of senior executives to implement policy objectives, increase profit and assert market dominance.

Policy and Planning Manager

Direct development of policy advice and strategic planning within government agencies, community not-for-profit organisations or companies.

Program or Project Manager

Coordinate programs, special projects and support services, including management of staff and resources to ensure project completion is on time and within budget.

Corporate Services Manager

Direct and coordinate the overall administration of an organisation.

Corporate General Manager

Manage organisations independently, or through a team of senior executives, to implement policy objectives, increase profit and assert market dominance.

Chief Executive

Create, direct and review the programs and operations of organisations, represent constituencies in parliaments and local government authorities.

Chief Information Officer

Create and direct information and communications technology (ICT) strategies, plans and operations to ensure ICT infrastructure supports an organisation's overall operations and priorities.

Further Study

If you complete the Graduate Certificate in Commerce (Online) with a weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent, you can choose to continue into the Master of Commerce. This means you can study an additional 12 units and graduate with a Master of Commerce.
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Further Study

If you complete the Graduate Certificate in Commerce (Online) with a weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent, you can choose to continue into the Master of Commerce. This means you can study an additional 12 units and graduate with a Master of Commerce.
Postgraduate study at UWA

Master of Commerce

Master of Commerce

Whether you're a recent graduate or qualified professional, expand your skill set and gain specialised business knowledge in an area of your choosing.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or this course.

Industry partner discount

This course is eligible for an industry partner discount, giving industry professionals a 10% tuition fee discount to support postgraduate study at UWA.

Industry partner discount

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

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Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements

(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and either:
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.
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Admission Requirements

(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and either:
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
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Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

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How to apply

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Course details

About the course

A postgraduate qualification in Commerce from the internationally accredited UWA Business School can boost your employment opportunities around the world.

Our world-class academics and leading industry partners will ensure you are exposed to the latest theory and practice. Alongside this, you will have the opportunity to take part in extracurricular activities – from careers fairs and networking events, through to joining student groups and attending professional development workshops and guest lectures from senior executives.

About the course

Graduate Certificate in Commerce (Online)

Quick details

Status
  • Available 2020/2021
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Part-time only
Delivery
  • Online
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per week per unit (a mix of online content through videos, plus other media, activities and assessments)
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 42260
  • This course is not available to international student visa holders
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Graduate Certificate in Commerce (Online)

Quick details

Status
  • Available 2020/2021
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Part-time only
Delivery
  • Online
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per week per unit (a mix of online content through videos, plus other media, activities and assessments)
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 42260
  • This course is not available to international student visa holders
Full time/part time duration
  • 1 year

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Course structure details
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN COMMERCE (ONLINE)

Graduate outcomes

Students of this course study the foundation of business to develop knowledge and skills vital for the management of core business functions.

Students of the Graduate Certificate in Commerce (Online) will be able to:

  • Critically analyse and synthesise knowledge across the core functions of business.
  • Communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with managers and personnel of specialist business functions.

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Commerce (Online) will apply their knowledge to plan and manage the coordination of resources within and across business functions; effectively participate in and contribute to business projects; and to analyse and solve business problems as they arise.

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Graduate outcomes

Accreditation

    

The UWA Business School is accredited through both EQUIS, the European Quality Improvement System, and AACSB, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. These are the leading business school accreditations in Europe and North America respectively, meaning that your business degree will be recognised by employers around the world.

Accreditation

Industry partner discount

This course is eligible for an industry partner discount, giving industry professionals a 10% tuition fee discount to support postgraduate study at UWA.

Industry partner discount

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Who should do this course?

This course is ideal for:

  • Local students with flexible learning requirements. For example, work, family commitments or self-employed.
  • Recent graduates contemplating a Masters-level course and wanting take take the first step.
  • Interstate students, wishing to gain a qualification from a Go8 university.
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Who should do this course?

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN COMMERCE (ONLINE)

Why study this course?

  1. Great grounding of broad business principles developing a range of skills;
  2. Entry pathway into postgraduate study;
  3. Flexibility in delivery modes to suit a wide variety of circumstances.
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