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Graduate Certificate in Applied Business

Graduate Certificate.
Swinburne University of Technology

300

in world overall ranking*

32

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Business provides a short postgraduate pathway to build practical business knowledge and contemporary management capability. Designed for professionals seeking upskilling, it covers core concepts relevant to operating in modern organisations and can be completed in a compact timeframe. The Graduate Certificate in Applied Business offers focused postgraduate study in Business & Commerce. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.

Career outcome

This qualification can support entry into or progression within business roles across a wide range of industries. Graduates may use the skills gained to move into junior management, team leadership, operations support, or administrative and project coordination positions, or to strengthen capability for running a small business. The Graduate Certificate in Applied Business supports career development in Business & Commerce. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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Full fee (AUD) $14,960

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12 months

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Hawthorn

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