Undergraduate Certificate in Business

• demonstrate a broad theoretical knowledge of business studies and the business environment;
• apply skills of analysis, synthesis, evaluation and research in the business environment;
• exhibit skills of problem recognition and problem-solving;
• demonstrate efficient and effective decision-making skills in business;
• apply a greater knowledge of a specific field within the business studies discipline.

There are many options for satisfying the entry requirements for our courses. An applicant needs to meet at least one of the following entry requirements to be given an offer to study at Avondale.

I have completed my secondary education in Australia or New Zealand and achieved:

• a selection rank of at least 45. A selection rank is calculated as the ATAR plus any adjustment factors that may be applicable; or
• a minimum of 24 points in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma; or
• New Zealand Year 13 NCEA Level 3 results, identifying university entrance attainment; or
• an appropriate scores in Avondale University-approved entrance exams; or
• the International Big Picture Learning Credential.

*Applicants must not be a current year 12 (or equivalent) student and must be 18 years or older at the time of commencing their course.

I have completed a Vocational education and training (VET) course in Australia or New Zealand and achieved:

• an Australian Certificate III, as approved by the Course Convenor, or
• an equivalent New Zealand certificate, as approved by the Director, Student Administration Services.

I have already attended university in Australia or New Zealand and:

• successfully completed at least 2 units of a Bachelor’s degree or
• completed a bridging or enabling course, or another recognised tertiary preparation course; or
• successfully completed at least three units of Avondale’s Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation.

I have completed my secondary education or higher education qualification overseas:

• refer to the Admission Policy (HE) for specific information regarding both the minimum academic entry standards (Appendix 1) and the English language proficiency requirements (Appendix 2).

I have other work and life experience:

If a Senior Secondary Certificate has not been completed, an eligible applicant may sit Avondale University-approved entrance exams.

In exceptional circumstances, an applicant may be admitted based on equivalent qualifications or work and life experience as assessed by the Course Convenor or delegate and/or the DVC Academic.

International Students

This course is available to international students who meet the Australian government requirements for a student visa (subclass 500) to reside in Australia for the duration of the course.
* These students must study on campus in full-time mode to meet student visa requirements.
* International students in Australia on a student visa cannot enrol in this course by distance mode.
For information regarding visas refer to: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500.

This course is not available online for international students who want to study from their home country.

International students on a visa other than a student visa with no study limitations, may choose to study full-time or part-time in any study mode.
(Students are considered a domestic student if they hold a permanent residency visa.)

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:

1. achieving an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no sub-band less than 6.0, or
2. one of the other ways outlined in Appendix 2 of the Admission Policy (HE).

Advanced Standing

Applicants who have completed prior study may be eligible for advanced standing (credit recognition). Applicants should discuss their eligibility for advanced standing with the Admissions Team or the Course Convenor.

The Undergraduate Certificate in Business consists of four units and requires 24 credit points (CPs) for completion.

All units have a 6 CP value unless otherwise stated.

About this course

This course is studied over 0.5 years (or 1 semester) in a full-time study load or equivalent part-time.

Course Structure Overview

Students must complete four units to complete this course. Students studying full time are required to complete the units available in the list below in accordance with the semester they are studying. Students studying part time can select any four units from the semester lists below based on when units are offered to create a study schedule and study combination that best align to their needs.

Semester 1

Students must select all of the following units:

Semester 2

Course Completion and Pathways

• The maximum time to complete the course is 1 year.
• Successful completion of this course may provide students with credit for the same units in the Diploma of Business or Bachelor of Business.

Course Convenor Guidance

• Students requiring course advice or assistance with unit selection, may contact the Course Convenor. Click here for contact information.