Overview 2020
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Commonwealth Supported and Full Fee Paying places available (check your Letter of Offer for details)
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This Graduate Certificate is ideal for those students who intend to undertake postgraduate coursework programs with the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics, but have never studied at university before. It is a qualifying pathway degree for admission to the following degrees:
- Master of Business Administration (International)
- Master of Finance
- Master of Finance (Specialisation)
- Master of Professional Accounting
- Master of Professional Accounting (Specialisation)
The Graduate Certificate in Business Studies is a 4‐unit course, offered full time and part time. This course is full fee‐paying, which means that you will be charged at the full fee‐paying rate listed for each unit.
For residents of Tasmania in Semester 2, 2020
This course is available to commencing domestic students in Semester 2, 2020 who are Tasmanian residents, without costs or tuition fees. Further information about the Graduate Certificates in Business or Tourism can be found on our information page for Tasmanian residents.
International students:
A Graduate Certificate in Business Studies pathway is also available to you. Please refer to the information provided by the UTAS International Pathway College.
Learning outcomes
CLO1 | Develop high level written and oral communication skills to explain and critique theoretical propositions, methodologies and conclusions and apply these to complex management problems across audiences characterised by culturally and linguistically diverse people with varying levels of expertise. |
CLO2 | Critically evaluate in‐depth knowledge of foundational and contemporary management theory, principles and processes and reflect on their efficacy in current practice. |
Career outcomes
Completion of this program gives students the opportunity to undertake further postgraduate programs with the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics, which may have career change or advancement benefits for graduates.
Course structure
You will complete 4 compulsory units (50 credit points).
Core units (Hobart & Distance)
Students admitted to the course via Distance or studying on-campus at Hobart will complete the following 4 units.
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Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Hobart | Semester 1 | ||||
Hobart | Semester 2 | ||||
Launceston | Term 3 | ||||
Cradle Coast | Term 3 |
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Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Hobart | Semester 1 | ||||
Hobart | Semester 2 |
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Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Hobart | Semester 1 | ||||
Hobart | Semester 2 | ||||
Launceston | Term 1 | ||||
Cradle Coast | Term 1 |
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Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Hobart | Semester 1 | ||||
Hobart | Semester 2 |
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements
For admission to this course you need either:
- A completed Australian Advanced Diploma or above, or approved equivalent#;
OR - at least two years' management experience*.
You must provide evidence to support your eligibility for the degree, in particular a copy of your CV showing your work experience, and letters of reference from line managers or similar to confirm the work experience meets the minimum level for entry.
#approved equivalent from any overseas institution as assessed by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR).
*minimum management experience in this case is defined as supervisory, team leader or business manager experience. In the case of applicants who have worked as a sole trader or consultant, additional evidence to support the level of experience must be provided.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Domestic students enrolled in a full fee paying place are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the fees you pay for each unit you enrol in. Full fee paying domestic students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Detailed tuition fee information for domestic students is available at the Domestic Student Fees website, including additional information in relation to a compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
International students
2020 Total Course Fee (international students): $17,975 AUD*.
Course cost based on a rate of $35,950 AUD per standard, full-time year of study (100 credit points).
* Please note that this is an indicative fee only.
International students
International students are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the annual rate. International students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Scholarships
For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.
How can we help?
Do you have any questions about choosing a course or applying? Get in touch.
- Domestic
- 1300 363 864
- International
- +61 3 6226 6200
- Course.Info@utas.edu.au
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