Study Period 1
February to May
- Economic Environments: Assessing Current and Future Markets
- Driving Financial Performance
- Marketing in a Digital Age
- Building Teams and Networks
Gain business skills in 3 months. Upskill fast in business and leadership.
This course is not available to International Students
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration at Flinders?
This fast-track online program equips professionals with essential leadership and business skills in just three months, serving as a powerful stepping stone into an MBA while offering optional industry placement to enhance real-world experience.
Gain business skills in just 3 months
Quickly build practical, in-demand capabilities in leadership and strategy to accelerate your career progression.
Study at a globally recognised university
Graduate from a university ranked in the world’s top 2% for quality and impact, and number one in Australia for postgraduate employment outcomes.
Your pathway to an MBA
Seamlessly progress from the Graduate Certificate into the Graduate Diploma in Business and our accelerated 12-month MBA.
No bachelor’s degree required
Flinders welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, offering an accessible entry point for those without a traditional study pathway.
Scholarships are a great way to ease the financial challenges of university study
Flinders has scholarships for high achievers, those in need of financial aid, indigenous, rural, and STEM students.
You will complete 4 topics built in partnership with industry and learn in-demand skills in business, leadership and strategy. Complete the course in 3 months by selecting all 4 topics in one study period, or study part-time by selecting topics across multiple study periods.
February to May
July to September
October to December
Learn skills and build confidence to take on leadership roles in private and government sectors, including management, operations, and strategic initiatives. It’s an ideal program for those looking to strengthen their qualifications for future career growth.
You could be a
Expected salary
$115,000*
Expected salary
$100,000*
Expected salary
$90,000*
Expected salary
$75,000*
Expected salary
$65,000*
Expected salary
$65,000*
You could be a
Expected salary
$115,000*
Expected salary
$100,000*
Expected salary
$90,000*
Expected salary
$75,000*
Expected salary
$65,000*
Expected salary
$65,000*
*Typical salaries are drawn from a variety of sources, including Seek, Glassdoor and Indeed, and may vary. Please do your own research.
Gain practical skills to apply the law in a dynamic, interconnected, global and increasingly digital world.
Interactive, case-based teaching
Debate and reflect on real-world issues
Swap any topic for an optional 12-week industry placement to gain exposure to new industries or re-enter the workforce.
In this course, you’ll gain insights grounded in real-world practice through Flinders’ strong partnerships with law firms, government agencies, and not-for-profit organisations. Your studies will emphasise the practical application of legal principles, giving you the skills and confidence to apply legal knowledge directly in your workplace or future career.
Flinders University is a future you can count on
Flinders University is ranked top 2% globally*.
No. 1 in Australia for postgraduate employment**.
Flexible online study - study anywhere, anytime and start, stop and restart your studies when life allows.
Gain business skills and a valuable qualification in 3 months.
Career growth - Build confidence with practical, in-demand skills.
No bachelor's degree required - we know not everyone takes the traditional path to university.
*THE World University Rankings 2023
**QILT 2021 Graduate Outcomes Survey-longitudinal
Meet your academics
Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to industry.
Afshin Tanouri specialises in using digital technologies and gamification and his work spans mental health, wellbeing and alcohol reduction, and is published in top journals. Passionate about industry engagement and research-driven teaching, he integrates real-world experiences into his courses, covering digital marketing, sustainability, and business ethics.
Angie Shafei is a business health management consultant, an interdisciplinary clinical pathologist and researcher. With 20+ years of experience, she focuses on innovation, health transformation, and digital health. Co-founder of Innovate Inn, she excels in research commercialisation and has published extensively on digital health, new technologies and patient-centred healthcare.
Ashleigh Powell combines her expertise in psychology and marketing to explore consumer behaviour. A lecturer at Flinders University and member of the Centre for Social Impact, she focuses on health and wellbeing, having worked with the Foundation for Alcohol Education and Research, and VicHealth.
To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:
Flinders University offers staggered qualifications as you complete certain MBA milestones. Finish four topics and you’ll receive a Graduate Certificate. Finish another four topics, and you’ll receive a Graduate Diploma. Complete a further four topics in addition to those, and you will be awarded an MBA.
Complete 4 topics to earn
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Complete 8 topics to earn
Graduate Diploma Business Administration
Complete 12 topics to earn
Master of Business Administration
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
It’s a course designed for professionals wanting to upskill fast in business and leadership to achieve their career goals quicker in 3 months. Graduates can go on to pursue an MBA. Our optional 12-week industry placement makes this MBA perfect to gain exposure to new industries or to gain skills to re-enter the workforce.
To view the admission requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, refer to the Handbook. You’ll either need to have a minimum of one year's equivalent full-time relevant professional experience or a minimum of two year’s equivalent full-time professional experience in a non-related field.
Not necessarily. See the answer above for more information on eligibility. To view the admission requirements, refer to the Handbook.
Yes, in many ways. Not only will it help you to upskill fast, in as little time as 3 months, you’ll also build your networks, improve your confidence and knowledge, and gain sought-after industry experience. It’s also a great way to get entry into an MBA, with only 1-year relevant work experience required.
Select your preferred course.
Check the entry requirements and your eligibility.
Confirm the key application and enrolment dates.
Apply and submit your application via Direct Entry.
Flinders Online courses are available for Australian or New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas and Pacific Engagement visa holders.
International students in Australia who hold a student visa are not eligible to apply.
For further information regarding course eligibility, refer to the individual entry requirements for each course.
You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible and by no later than teaching commencement dates. If places fill, applications for your preferred start date may close without notice and you will be considered for the next available intake.
Some courses have non-standard semester commencement dates as follows:
Please refer to the individual Flinders Online course for more information.
Applications are submitted directly with Flinders.
You can apply for up to three courses in order of preference in your application. More information is available in the Application Guide.
Normally, we will inform you of the outcome of your application within 3-5 working days after submission.
If further information is required, we will contact you via email with details on what is needed and how to provide it.
Yes, government-supported HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP loan area available to help eligible students pay for their higher education tuition fees.
Both loans are indexed to reflect changes in the cost of living but are otherwise interest free. HELP Loans must be repaid through the tax system once your income reaches a certain threshold, with payments increasing as your earnings rise.
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