Study a Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

Entry requirements

1+ years relevant work experience or a bachelor's degree

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SATAC

2GC207 (CSP)
2GC207 (FFP)

Duration

6 months (full-time)

Delivery mode

In-person (City Campus) or online

Availability

Full-time/Part-time

Start dates

February, July, October

Annual indicative fees (2025) ^

$6,950 (CSP)
$17,820 (FFP)

SATAC

2GC207 (CSP)
2GC207 (FFP)

Duration

6 months (full-time)

Delivery mode

In-person (City Campus) or online

Availability

Full-time/Part-time

Start dates

February, July, October

Annual indicative fees (2025) ^

$6,950 (CSP)
$17,820 (FFP)

^Government subsidies enable Flinders to offer Domestic applicants a reduction of up to 80% off full course fees through Commonwealth Supported Places. Offer subject to change.

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Lead with insight.

The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics builds on your existing qualifications and work experience, giving you the analytical skills to interpret trends, optimise performance, and lead with confidence. Whether online or in-person, it fits your schedule with a clear route to the Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics).

Transform your career with business analytics

The demand for data-driven decision-making is accelerating across industries. This course equips you with the analytical skills to transform data into strategic insights, preparing you for impactful roles in various sectors. Whether you're aiming to advance in your current position or pivot to a new field, the opportunities are expansive.

Salary

$225K

typical salary in Australia

Jobs growth

14%

5-year projection

Chief Information Officer

Drive enterprise technology strategy with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making. CIOs lead analytics initiatives, integrate business intelligence tools, and ensure insights inform strategic planning. They align IT systems with business goals, manage digital transformation, and foster a culture of innovation through actionable data insights.

Digital Business Analyst

Bridge the gap between data and decision-making in digital environments. Digital Business Analysts use analytics platforms to track KPIs, assess user behaviour, and evaluate digital initiatives. They collaborate with stakeholders to translate insights into actionable strategies that enhance business performance and innovation.

Jobs growth

15%

5-year projection

Salary

$135K

typical salary in Australia

Sources: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2025 | Seek Australia, 2025

Business Intelligence (BI) Specialist

Design and develop strategies to assist business users in quickly finding the information they need to make better business decisions. Responsible for building, deploying, and maintaining BI interfaces, including query tools, data visualisation, interactive dashboards, and data modelling tools.

Analytics Manager

Oversee the development and implementation of data strategies to support business goals. Analytics Managers lead teams in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to uncover insights. Their work informs decision-making, improves performance, and drives innovation through metrics, dashboards, and predictive models.

Other career opportunities might include:

Chief Analytics Officer
Chief Operations Officer
Director Technology & Systems
Data Manager
Head of Customer Experience

What will you study to start your career in business analytics?

This course combines core principles of business with essential data analysis techniques. You’ll learn to collect, interpret and communicate data insights for real business problems.

Program of study

The course offers hands-on experience using analytics tools and methods relevant to marketing, strategy, and operations, laying the groundwork for further study in business analytics.

6 Months - Core topics

Your first year might include the following topics. For exact topic information, visit the course Handbook.

Digital Marketing and Analytics
Data Analysis for Decision Making

Option Topics (select 2)

Artificial Intelligence in Business Practice
Coding for Business Professionals
Business Analytics

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Five stars in
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Three qualifications in one.

Flinders University offers staggered qualifications as you complete certain 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 eight topics in addition to those, and you will be awarded a Masters of Business Administration in Business Analytics or a Master of Applied Business Analytics.

Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics)

Master of Applied Business Analytics

16 topics | 2-year duration

Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

8 topics | 6-month duration

Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

4 topics | 6-month duration

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Learn from the experts.

Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.

Dr Ehsan Abedin
Lecturer in Business Analytics

Ehsan Abedin specialises in social commerce, social network analytics, and data-driven decision-making. With a PhD from the University of Melbourne, he developed a predictive model to assess the credibility of online consumer reviews. Ehsan excels at solving business challenges and inspiring innovative solutions. 

Dr Afshin Tanouri
Director of MBA

Afshin specialises in digital technologies and gamification, with research spanning mental health, wellbeing, and alcohol reduction, published in top journals. Passionate about industry engagement and research-driven teaching, he integrates real-world experiences into courses covering digital marketing, sustainability, and business ethics.

Dr Matthew Stephenson
Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence

Dr Matthew Stephenson is a Lecturer with the College of Science and Engineering. His research focusses on applying artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science techniques to games. This includes designing AI to play, create and analyse games; as well as utilising games as a testbed for developing AI-based solutions to real-world problems.

Gain real world experience.

Throughout this course, you’ll engage in applied learning experiences that simulate real-world business challenges.

You'll use industry-relevant tools and data to solve problems, create reports, and support decision-making. The program emphasises hands-on projects that build your ability to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights, preparing you to add value from day one in any role involving business analytics.

Discover how Flinders Business degrees can fast-track your career with Industry Placements. Hear how students take part in real-life jobs, put their learning into practice and build industry connections.

Entry requirements

Inherent requirements

To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:

have a minimum of one year’s full-time equivalent professional work experience in areas such as marketing, accounting, economics, finance or management; or
have a minimum of two years’ full-time equivalent professional experience in any area: or
hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.

How to apply

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2GC116 (Bedford) (CSP)

Flinders students can apply to transfer to this course internally. Visit: www.flinders.edu.au/internaltransfer for more information.

Frequently asked questions.

Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.

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What will I learn in the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics?

You'll gain practical skills in data analysis, business intelligence, and decision-making. The course covers data management, statistical techniques, and the use of tools like Excel, SQL, and Python to solve real-world business problems.

Who is this course designed for?

This course is ideal for professionals looking to upskill in data-driven decision-making, career changers entering the analytics space, or business graduates seeking a competitive edge in the job market.

Do I need a background in data or coding to apply?

No prior coding or data experience is required. The course is designed to build foundational skills from the ground up, making it suitable for learners from a range of professional and academic backgrounds.

Can I continue into a master's degree after completing the graduate certificate?

Yes. The Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics is a recognised pathway into the Master of Applied Business Analytics and the Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics). Subjects completed in the graduate certificate can count towards the master's programs.

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Graduate Certificate in
Business Analytics

Key information

This course is not available to International students.

Lead with insight.