Graduate Certificate in Business (Marketing)

About the course

QUT’s Graduate Certificate in Business (Marketing) builds contemporary marketing capability for professionals seeking to upskill or change direction. You’ll study key areas such as consumer behaviour, marketing research and management, with flexible delivery online or on campus. Taught by industry-connected academics, the course develops practical, transferable skills and can provide advanced standing towards the Master of Business (Marketing). This is a Graduate Certificate in Business & Commerce.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue marketing-focused roles across private, public and not-for-profit organisations. The course supports career moves into areas such as marketing coordination, brand and product support, digital marketing, customer and stakeholder engagement, and market research assistance. It also strengthens communication, data interpretation and strategic thinking skills valued in broad business roles. This is a Graduate Certificate in Business & Commerce. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)