Postgraduate

Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

Enhance your analytical skills in one of the fastest growing fields around the globe. Analysis of ‘Big Data’ is the future. Be a part of it.

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Telephone

131 UWA (131 892)

International

(+61 8) 6488 1000

Hours

8.30am - 5pm AWST, Monday - Friday

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Career Pathways

Graduates may find employment from any profit or non-profit organisation who wishes to use data to enhance decision-making or any large organisation now employing data, business or market analysts. There is also a high demand for recent business or commerce graduates who have specialised in management or accounting who have additional capabilities in information and logistics management.

Graduates may find employment from any profit or non-profit organisation who wishes to use data to enhance decision-making or any large organisation now employing data, business or market analysts. There is also a high demand for recent business or commerce graduates who have specialised in management or accounting who have additional capabilities in information and logistics management.

Further Study

Subject to satisfactory progress, students will be able to articulate into the full Master of Business Analytics course or the Master of Commerce. Students may also be interested in the Master of Data Science.
Subject to satisfactory progress, students will be able to articulate into the full Master of Business Analytics course or the Master of Commerce. Students may also be interested in the Master of Data Science.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course.

Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2025
Full-Fee Paying Place $34,100.00

Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.

Find out more information about tuition fees, or visit the fee calculator for a more accurate cost.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements

(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(1)(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification incorporating at least one unit of statistics, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) Significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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Course details

The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics enables students to develop analytical and technical skills and apply these skills to business contexts. This course enables graduates to draw insights from data to make better business decisions. 

About the course

Enhance your analytical skills in one of the fastest growing fields around the globe. Business analytics is the future: be a part of it through a graduate certificate. This one-year part-time graduate certificate will enable you to draw insights from data to make better business decisions. 
 
Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Part-time only
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per unit per week (comprising 3 hours contact time and 9 hours of individual study time)
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 42270
  • This course is not available to international student visa holders
Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Part-time only
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per unit per week (comprising 3 hours contact time and 9 hours of individual study time)
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 42270
  • This course is not available to international student visa holders
Full time/part time duration
  • 1 year
STUDY YOUR WAY

Flexibility

We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.

STUDY YOUR WAY

Business analytics training for industry

The UWA Business School run tailored corporate programs on data literacy skills for business leaders, including data fundamentals, data analysis, data storytelling, and strategic business decisions.

Get in touch with Dr Brett Smith ([email protected]) if you're interested in bringing these skills to your workplace.

Course Structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Why study this course

  1. Develop programming skills in data analysis.
  2. Learn how to apply data analysis to business-related problems.
  3. First step towards valuable master’s degree in Analytics.

You'll learn to

  • understand the theoretical background of data analytics and data processing of unstructured data.
  • understand the various approaches to data analysis, appreciate strategies for adapting them to a specific situation and understand the limitations of data.
  • understand the ethical issues related to protecting the rights of individuals and the integrity of data collected and analysed.
  • transfer knowledge clearly, effectively and appropriately in relation to data analytics issues.
  • identify the use of data analytics tools and techniques in a variety of business disciplines.
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Who does this course suit

This course is ideal for:

  • Senior management or professionals who wish to upskill in a growing area allowing you to make stronger and more informed business decisions.
  • Recent Business or Commerce graduates who have specialised in management or accounting and who desire additional capabilities in information and logistics management.
  • Those interested in Business Analytics or Data Analytics who may be looking to take a first step towards a master’s degree.
 

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Accreditation

      

The UWA Business School is accredited by EQUIS and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and is a Communicating Signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). 

EQUIS and AACSB are the leading business school accreditations in Europe and North America respectively, meaning that your business degree will be recognised by employers around the world.

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