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Professional Certificate in Business Administration Online | MBS Online

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Excellence with flexibility

Whether you’re a leader of today or tomorrow, you now have access to Australia’s premier Business School, wherever you are.

With six intakes per year, begin or pick up your studies when it suits you best. Study in a flexible way with an online format designed to fit into your life.

Business rigour with practical application

Study a Professional Certificate in Business Administration that is best in class.

Build on your abilities while developing a skillset to apply theory to practice and meet the changing demands of the market head-on.

Bringing together collaboration and networking

A program specifically designed to facilitate collaboration, as well as networking opportunities with industry leaders and business professionals. 

Authentic syndicate groups, plus opportunities to attend online and in-person events, will enrich your connection to your peers and industry.

Learn from the best and brightest minds in business

Taught by some of the world's leading academics and industry experts, gain exposure to cutting-edge research through a future-focused curriculum designed to meet the changing demands of the market.

 

Globally accredited degree

With accreditation from AACSB and EFMD (EQUIS), graduate with a globally accredited degree.

Experience a top-tier learning environment with the Professional Certificate in Business Administration from Melbourne Business School Online.

 

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  • Online Study
  • Start: Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Oct
  • 4+ months
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Why study a Professional Certificate in Business Administration with Melbourne Business School Online?

Get online access to Australia's premier Business School

The Professional Certificate in Business Administration is comprised of two subjects. You will complete the Business Essentials for Managers subject, which is the foundation of the online MBA program, as well as one other subject of your choice. Gain fundamental business skills that you can immediately apply within your role and make an impact. 

Immediately applicable learnings 

Develop the fundamentals of business and equip yourself with the essential personal skills and management tools for becoming a better business executive. 

An insight into the world of business efficiencies  

Gain a sound understanding of the critical elements of becoming an efficient business professional.  

Career ready, connected graduates 

Supported by the best in business and connected to a network of like-minded business professionals, the online Professional Certificate in Business Administration prepares you to ignite ideas, lead organisations and meet change head-on.  

Exceptional E-learning

Fuelled by our Signature Pedagogy, we present a best-in-class online business curriculum.  

Community: Enter Australia's premier business network. Gain personal access to a select circle of peers, academic leaders, and industry experts. 

Challenge: Expand strategic thinking across diverse contexts. Go beyond learning to excel, leaving a lasting impact in a complex world. 

Expertise: Explore diverse ideas and opinions to enrich your knowledge base and professional brand.

Engagement: Embark on an immersive academic journey. Dive into tailored learning activities and real-world challenges.

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Quiz and test, weekly reading, video and webinars

Flexible study options

Tailor your postgraduate journey through flexible entry and exit points:

  • Professional Certificate in Business Administration
  • Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
  • Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
  • Master of Business Administration

Complete your studies in just four months or extend your path towards an MBA, with the freedom to pause if life gets too busy.

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What you will study

While undertaking this online Professional Certificate in Business Administration program, you will complete two subjects, totalling 25 credit points, over four months.  You will study the equivalent of one subject (12.5 credit points) each study period. There are two half subjects (6.25 credit points) which are indicated in the list below. 

Core subject:

  • Business Essentials for Managers

The equivalent of one subject from those listed below:

  • Financial Accounting
  • Leadership in Changing Times (half subject)
  • Ethics for Managers (half-subject)
  • Data Analytics for Decision Making
  • Managing People
  • Marketing
  • Managerial Economics

The Melbourne Business School Online experience

Melbourne Business School Online provides a flexible and immersive learning experience designed to adapt to the diverse needs and circumstances of all students.

Six intakes per year

With multiple enrolment opportunities per year, adapt your studies to your life - not the other way around.

When life gets too busy, rest assured that the support you need to succeed is at your fingertips.

An online experience designed for today

We provide our students with a premium online learning experience to meet their study goals.

No matter where you study, which device you study on or how you study - the learning experience is of the highest quality. 

Accessible for the ambitious

We have broken down the barriers to studying with Australia’s premier Business School.

Regardless of your work schedule, responsibilities, time zone or other factors studying with Melbourne Business School Online is designed to be accessible for the ambitious.

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