Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence is a 100% online program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to conduct investigations and analyze strategic trends. This course provides students with the ethical, social, and analytical skills necessary to ensure high-quality operations in any public or private sector environment.

Course Structure

Students must complete a total of 4 core standard units, each worth 12 credit points. The core units are:

• Informed Decision-Making
• Integrity Driven Investigations
• Managing Complex and Sensitive Investigations
• The Power of Intelligence

Entry Requirements

To gain entry into the Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence, students must meet one of the following requirements:

• A recognized bachelor's degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline
• A recognized diploma (or higher qualification) in government or a related area and two years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience
• At least five years of full-time professional work experience (or equivalent)

Course Outcomes

Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence, graduates will be prepared for roles in government and industry, equipping them to skillfully investigate and analyze complex scenarios to understand issues and prevent long-term harm to the public and organizations. The skills and tools acquired in this course include:

• Regulatory and corporate investigations
• Intelligence analysis of strategic trends
• Cultural awareness and rapport building
• Ethical reflection and logical analytical processes

Potential Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence may pursue careers as:

• Senior investigator
• Senior intelligence analyst
• Senior intelligence officer
  • Average salaries for these roles range from $85,000 to $100,000, with industry job satisfaction ratings of 4/5 or 4.5/5.

New Master of Justice

The university is introducing a new Master of Justice course, which consists of 144 credit points (12 units) and can be completed in 1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time study. Students who complete the Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence will receive 48 credit points of advanced standing towards the Master of Justice.

Fees

The estimated total fees for the Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence are AUD $15,600.

Duration

The program can be completed in 6 months full-time or part-time equivalent.

Academic Calendar

The course is available in February, April, July, and October.