Graduate Certificate in Operations Analysis

About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Operations Analysis at UNSW Canberra provides a focused introduction to analytical approaches used to improve operations and decision-making. You’ll build capability in modelling, quantitative analysis and interpreting complex operational problems to support effective planning and resource allocation. This qualification suits professionals seeking a short postgraduate pathway into operations-focused analytical work in an engineering and systems context.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles that apply quantitative and modelling skills to operational decision-making across government, defence, consulting and industry. Potential pathways include operations analyst, logistics or planning analyst, business/process improvement analyst, and roles supporting optimisation, performance assessment and resource planning. This graduate certificate supports entry into operations and systems analysis work within engineering-oriented environments.

Living Costs in Canberra**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)