Program Overview

Introduction to Microcredentials

Microcredentials offer a competitive edge through an accredited course, designed for those seeking lifelong learning and a competitive edge through a higher education accredited program. These microcredentials are applicable to working professionals, providing both hard and soft skills with industry-relevant course content.

Program Structure

Most microcredentials are delivered fully online for a period of 7 weeks, combining weekly self-paced study with face-to-face livestreamed online sessions. The program includes one to two work-relevant assessments, enabling learners to apply new concepts and tools in a work-related scenario.

Recognition of Prior Learning

The successful completion of a microcredential can be used as a recognition of prior learning towards postgraduate programs.

Spotlight: Behavioural Economics

The microcredentials on Behavioural Decision Making and Rationality & Incentives in Decision Making introduce learners to the rapidly growing area of behavioural economics. These microcredentials enable learners to better understand how the decision-making process works and how it can help predict or interpret the behaviour of others.

Behavioural Decision Making

This microcredential teaches learners to understand how the brain works and how to apply behavioural concepts in a business setting. The course covers a range of topics, including:

• How the brain processes information
• The subconscious mind and its role in decision-making
• Behavioural concepts for business, including steps to apply them and combine for maximum impact

Applicability

The microcredentials in Behavioural Economics have applicability across a range of roles, organisations, and industries, providing a valuable skillset for working professionals.