Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (GCBA)
Information valid for students commencing 2014
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5319
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Either an approved degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale and three years relevant work experience including at least one year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean; OR seven years relevant work experience including at least three years at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean.
Additional application information
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.
- Official transcripts of previous studies.
- Evidence of work experience including details of management experience in the form of a CV. Please ensure that your CV includes your full work history, and outlines the major activities you undertake on a daily basis.
- Two written references that are work related. Your referees need to substantiate the nature of your work and the managerial duties you currently perform. They should verify details including but not limited to: managing a team of people, managing client accounts, the managerial components of any major projects you have been directly responsible for, and/or financial delegations for which you are directly responsible.
- Evidence of residency status.
- Permanent residents will be required to sit an IELTS and/or GMAT test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
UQ Business School
Email: mba@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 8100
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5319
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Either an approved degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale and three years relevant work experience including at least one year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean; OR seven years relevant work experience including at least three years at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean.
CRICOS Code: 020139D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
UQ Business School
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 7 3346 8100
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration?
The MBA is a world-class program covering the key areas of contemporary management practice. Graduates possess a comprehensive working knowledge of management operations; have an integrated view of contemporary Australian and international business issues; and demonstrate the communication and leadership skills essential to the management role. UQ Business School's MBA is ranked number 1 in Australia and Asia Pacific by The Economist, identifying it as the top MBA program outside of Europe and North America. It is the only Queensland business school to be ranked in the world's top 30.
The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate offer students alternative pathways to the Master of Business Administration.
Please note that the MBA, GDipBA, GCBA full-time program commences each year in early to mid January.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Either an approved degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale and three years relevant work experience including at least one year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean; OR seven years relevant work experience including at least three years at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean.
Additional application information
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.
- Official transcripts of previous studies.
- Evidence of work experience including details of management experience in the form of a CV. Please ensure that your CV includes your full work history, and outlines the major activities you undertake on a daily basis.
- Two written references that are work related. Your referees need to substantiate the nature of your work and the managerial duties you currently perform. They should verify details including but not limited to: managing a team of people, managing client accounts, the managerial components of any major projects you have been directly responsible for, and/or financial delegations for which you are directly responsible.
- Evidence of residency status.
- Permanent residents will be required to sit an IELTS and/or GMAT test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Either an approved degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale and three years relevant work experience including at least one year at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean; OR seven years relevant work experience including at least three years at supervisory/management level as approved by the executive dean.
Additional application requirements
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.
- Official transcripts of previous studies.
- Evidence of work experience including details of management experience in the form of a CV. Please ensure that your CV includes your full work history, and outlines the major activities you undertake on a daily basis.
- Two written references that are work related. Your referees need to substantiate the nature of your work and the managerial duties you currently perform. They should verify details including but not limited to: managing a team of people, managing client accounts, the managerial components of any major projects you have been directly responsible for, and/or financial delegations for which you are directly responsible.
- Evidence of residency status.
International applicants must complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550. Details for the GMAT can be found at the following web address: www.mba.com/mba/thegmat.
A student may be required to pass a qualifying examination in basic computing, written communication and basic mathematics and statistics before enrolment is approved.
Permanent residents will be required to sit an IELTS and/or GMAT test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 020139D
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Careers
Graduates can expect to find employment opportunities in the areas of general management and management consultation.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #8 from the MBA List comprising -
- #2 from Part A; and
- #6 from Part B.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
