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Graduate Certificate in Business Research

Solve real-world business problems and take your first step into specialised business research. This four-course graduate certificate is designed to build your knowledge, skills and training in key business-related research methods.

In this program you will:

  • Provides the foundation for entry into a postgraduate research program
  • Work with experienced academics to develop your research topic, and plan and draft a literature review
  • Receive a thorough grounding in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

Location

Duration

4 months 4 months Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2024 fees (A$)

A$11,811 Fee-paying
Fee-paying

Start

  • Semester 1

Start
  • Semester 1
Delivery mode
  • Online
Total courses
4
Total units
48
Duration
4 months 4 months
UniSC program code
BU508
Program structure
Required courses (4) 48 units

BUS512 Introduction to Research Concepts and Design
BUS513 The Literature Review
BUS514 Qualitative Research Methods
BUS515 Applied Quantitative Research Methods

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

A three year Bachelor's degree from a recognised higher education institution in business or related field, or equivalent.

Program requirements
Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 48 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

Fee-paying estimate
A$11,811