Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics from The University of Western Australia equips students with analytical and technical skills to make better business decisions. The one-year, part-time program offers core units in data analytics, data storytelling, and programming, along with optional units in blockchain, human resource management, project management, and big data marketing. Graduates can pursue careers as data analysts, business analysts, and market analysts in various industries, with the added flexibility of articulating into the Master's degree programs in Business Analytics, Commerce, or Data Science.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics is a one-year, part-time program designed to equip students with analytical and technical skills applicable to business contexts.
Objectives:
- Develop programming skills in data analysis.
- Provide a first step towards a Master's degree in Analytics.
Outline:
Course Structure:
The program consists of 18 points, divided into core and optional units:
Core Units (18 points):
- BUSN5002 Fundamentals of Business Analytics (6 points): This unit provides a foundation in data analytics, covering topics such as data collection, cleaning, and analysis.
- BUSN5101 Programming for Business (6 points): This unit introduces students to programming concepts and tools relevant to data analysis in a business context.
Optional Units (6 points):
Students can choose one or more units from the following:
- BUSN5001 Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies in Business (6 points): This unit explores the application of blockchain technology in business, including its potential for data management and security.
- HRMT5502 People Analytics (6 points): This unit focuses on using data to understand and improve human resource management practices.
- MGMT5660 Applied Project Management (6 points): This unit provides practical skills in project management, including the use of data for planning and execution.
- MKTG5504 Big Data in Marketing (6 points): This unit explores the use of big data in marketing, including data collection, analysis, and targeting strategies.
Course Schedule:
The program is offered in both Semester 1 and Semester 2.
Careers:
Career Pathways:
Graduates may find employment in various profit and non-profit organizations that utilize data to enhance decision-making. This includes roles such as:
- Data Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Market Analyst There is also a high demand for recent business or commerce graduates with specialized skills in management or accounting who possess additional capabilities in information and logistics management.
Further Study:
Subject to satisfactory progress, students can 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.
Facilities:
Students have access to The Rosemarie Nathanson Financial Markets Trading Room, a state-of-the-art trading and analysis center.
Flexibility:
The program offers flexibility for students to balance work and studies, with options for part-time study, after-hours units, and intensive units.
Accreditation:
The UWA Business School is accredited by EQUIS and AACSB, ensuring international recognition of the program.
The University of Western Australia
Overview:
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a leading research-intensive university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and commitment to graduate employability. UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is the number one university in Western Australia for graduate employability.
Services Offered:
UWA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic support:
Tutoring, workshops, and study skills resources.Career services:
Career counselling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student wellbeing:
Mental health support, counselling, and health services.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options.Sports and fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.Clubs and societies:
A vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies catering to diverse interests.Study abroad and exchange:
Opportunities to study at universities around the world.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UWA provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience for its students. The university boasts a beautiful campus with modern facilities, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Social events:
Concerts, festivals, and other social gatherings.Sporting events:
Supporting the university's sports teams.Volunteer opportunities:
Contributing to the local community.Cultural events:
Art exhibitions, theatre performances, and music concerts.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
UWA offers a high-quality education with a focus on research and innovation.Excellent employability:
Graduates from UWA are highly sought after by employers.Vibrant campus life:
A diverse and engaging student community with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful campus:
A picturesque campus with modern facilities and green spaces.Strong research focus:
UWA is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.Academic Programs:
UWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
History, Literature, Philosophy, Languages, and more.Science and Engineering:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and more.Business and Economics:
Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, and more.Health Sciences:
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and more.Law:
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, and other law programs.Other:
UWA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. The university has a strong focus on Indigenous education and research, and offers a range of programs and support services for Indigenous students. UWA also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.
Entry 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.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
