Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

VU course code: BTBI | CRICOS: 092498G, 106417E | Level of study: Postgraduate

Duration

0.5 years full time or longer for part time

Delivery mode

Hybrid, Online Real Time

Fees

Fee type for this course: Full fee

Location

City Campus, Online Real Time, VU Sydney

Next start date

29 April 2024

Application closes

21 April 2024

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Overview

Find data-driven insights for your business and make agile decisions with the Graduate Certificate of Business Analytics from Victoria University.

Out postgraduate data-analytics course is practical, driven by real-world needs, and business-focused. Through a hands-on approach using open-source environments and cloud technology, you will learn new skills, upgrade your current ones and build a solid foundation for career growth.

In an era where information and data are central to business, our graduate certificate teaches skills you can apply every day to solve business problems, create new opportunities and run the market.

You'll discover the principles of data science, data visualisation, machine learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI). You'll benefit from access to open-source environments, R and Python, cloud platforms at AWS and Github, and our global partnership with SAP. Most importantly, you'll learn how to turn these principles and tools into business profit.

The Graduate Certificate of Business Analytics course covers:

data wrangling and visualisation
predictive analytics and big data
artificial intelligence and machine learning for business
cloud technology and data mining.

: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Review theoretical approaches and analyse their application to achieve effective Business Intelligence and Business Analytics Systems practice;

Justify and interpret theoretical concepts and related knowledge to think critically in the resolution of authentic business problems in contemporary Business Intelligence and Business Analytics Systems;

Critically appraise cross disciplinary knowledge in creative decision making;

Effectively articulate complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences; and,

Advocate consistently, with personal accountability for outputs in a contemporary work environment in a socially responsible manner.
: With VU’s Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics, you will learn how to apply up-to-date business and technology trends to real-world problems.

Many of our lecturers work in the industry. We also have strong industry partnerships with businesses such as Linfox and SAP. These keep our course relevant, and give you valuable work experience.

During your study, you’ll have the chance to learn from global and local organisations in SAP-related roles, and gain authentic experience in analytics, business intelligence and other ERP areas.

Our current SAP project-partner organisations are multibillion-dollar companies:

AusNet services - owners and operators of the Victorian electricity transmission network

O-I Glass - the world's leading glass container manufacturer.
: Our Graduate Certificate of Business Analytics is offered at our ultra-modern City Campus in the heart of Melbourne’s business district, making it easy for you to study, even if you’re working full time.

Many of our postgraduate students are already immersed in a career, and we make it our job to create a study environment that suits them well.
: Building on our strong connections with local businesses and international partners, this business analytics course gives you real experience and a true feel for using data to solve real-world problems.

You will develop a portfolio of projects to present in a CV targeted to meet job market demands.

Plus, you will have plenty of opportunities to network with industry experts and learn from mentors, supported by our Postgraduate Data Analytics Association.
: Study this course via our award-winning VU Block Model®.

Instead of juggling several units at once, you’ll complete two units over 8 weeks (full-time), or just one if you’re studying part-time.

Learning in workshop-style classes, you’ll develop strong connections with your peers and practical skills for your career.

You’ll also get fast feedback on your assignments, helping you to improve quickly as you progress through your course.

Learn more about the postgraduate VU Block Model®.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your education, work experience, current skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a different course. We call this a ‘pathway’.

For PhD applicants, we offer a related ‘Integrated PhD’ which allows you to establish relevant skills before beginning your research.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course Structure

To attain the award of Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics, students will be required to complete 48 credit points consisting of:

48 credit points of core units

Units

Fees & Scholarships

University fees vary, depending on how much the government contributes towards course costs (if anything).

Read below to find out about the fee ‘type’, the estimated yearly tuition costs for this course, and the financial support on offer (including our generous scholarship program).

Fees

Scholarships

CAREERS

We live in an era where information and data are central to business.

Our course prepares you for the following roles:

analytics
business intelligence
business analysis
information prediction
financial, logistics, HR, and supply-chain analysis.

Visit Jobs and Skills Australia (government website) to find average salaries for ICT business and system analysts in Australia.

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