Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (GCBA)
Information valid for students commencing 2025
Please refer to: GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is no longer available.
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2025
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2025)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2025)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5319
Faculty
Teaching Location
Brisbane City
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for Australian students
UQ Business School
Email: mba@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 8100
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2025
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2025)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2025)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5319
Faculty
Teaching Location
Brisbane City
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, plus 4 years of full-time equivalent work experience (see below), including 2 years in a dedicated supervisory/management role, or
- 7 years of full-time equivalent work experience, including 3 years in a dedicated supervisory/management role.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Applications on the basis of work experience will be individually assessed.
International applicants must have completed the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550.
CRICOS Code: 020139D
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
UQ Business School
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 7 3346 8100
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration?
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a Masters-level general business degree which will equip you with the sophisticated skills required to become a successful business leader. The MBA program is ranked as one of the leading MBAs worldwide and number one in the Asia Pacific region. Its unique features set it apart from other MBA programs. UQ Business School's Leadership Capability Framework provides visible evidence of your progress. There is also the chance to put your leadership skills into practice while working with community organisations, to collaborate with the renowned Fudan University MBA iLab on an international consultancy project and explore new markets on an MBA immersion tour. UQ Business School's reputation for research and its strong links with industry ensure fresh and relevant content, while the flexible study options allow you to fit in your learning alongside your lifestyle and work commitments. The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate offer students alternative pathways to the MBA. The accelerated full-time study mode commences in early-January and early-July of each year. All classes are facilitated and taught from the UQ Brisbane City venue, 308 Queen Street, Brisbane CBD.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, plus 4 years of full-time equivalent work experience (see below), including 2 years in a dedicated supervisory/management role, or
- 7 years of full-time equivalent work experience, including 3 years in a dedicated supervisory/management role.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Applications on the basis of work experience will be individually assessed.
International applicants must have completed the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550.
Additional application requirements
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.<10>Official transcripts of previous studies.<10>Evidence of work experience including details of management experience in the form of a CV. Please ensure that your CV includes your full work history, and outlines the major activities you undertake on a daily basis.<10>Two written references that are work related. Your referees need to substantiate the nature of your work and the managerial duties you currently perform. They should verify details including but not limited to: managing a team of people, managing client accounts, the managerial components of any major projects you have been directly responsible for, and/or financial delegations for which you are directly responsible. All references must be to the satisfaction of the MBA Director.<10><10>Applicants may be required to pass a qualifying examination in one or all of the following before enrolment is approved: basic computing, written communcation, basic mathematics, and statistics.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 020139D
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Careers
Graduates can expect to find employment opportunities in the areas of general management and management consultation.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
To graduate with a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
