Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

About the course

This Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics develops practical capability to analyse and interpret data to support business decision-making. You’ll build foundations in analytics concepts and tools and learn to turn large datasets into insights for strategy, operations and performance improvement. It suits professionals looking to upskill quickly or begin a pathway to further postgraduate study in analytics within business contexts. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles where data-driven insight supports business performance, such as business analyst, analytics consultant, reporting/insights analyst or junior data analyst in commercial settings. Opportunities span sectors including finance, marketing, resources, government and professional services, assisting with forecasting, optimisation, dashboards and evidence-based decision-making. This graduate certificate supports entry into or progression within business analytics-focused careers.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)