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Graduate Certificate of Business (Digital Marketing)

Graduate Certificate of Business (Digital Marketing) (GCBU)

Entry requirements
Study mode
  • On-campus
  • Online
Campus
  • Toowoomba
Duration
  • 0.5 year(s) (or part-time equivalent)
Start
  • Feb, May, Sep

Overview

  • Gain the digital skills needed to analyse, interpret and present data, influencing marketing strategies and campaigns.
  • With UniSQ's Digital Marketing specialisation you will develop the know-how and experience to be able to to thrive in this ever changing and high-speed industry.
  • Become in demand as the need for qualified marketers driving real business change with data-driven insights increases.
  • Explore topics such a consumer behaviour, developing marketing strategies, using analytics to inform marketing tactics, and understanding more about marketing tools and technologies.

Further study

After completing the Graduate Certificate of Business (Digital Marketing), you have the option to take the credit from your studies and go on to complete the Graduate Diploma of Business.

Career outcomes

  • With employment opportunities in both government and private sectors, organisations are needing marketing graduates with skills in digital analytics and product/brand promotion through digital channels.

Entry requirements 

  • Completion of an Australian university Bachelor degree in any area, or equivalent.
    or
  • A minimum of three years’ professional work experience, or equivalent. Further information on admission through work experience is available.

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can apply to study the English for Academic Purposes EAP3 pathway program through the Union Institute of Language (UIL).

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 4 units. 

Courses to be studied Units
Specialisation courses 4
Total 4

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for an example of courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

Fees and scholarships

Your actual fees may vary depending on the courses you select. We review our fees annually so these may be subject to change.

Approximate annual costs1 for your study (4 units) in this degree are:

Study Mode Cost
Domestic full fee paying

You are responsible for the full cost of your course and are charged a tuition fee.

AUD 15880
Commonwealth supported

The Federal Government contributes to the cost of your course and you need to pay a student contribution.

AUD 8496

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2025. 

Note: Commonwealth Supported places for this degree are available from 2024.

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

Loan to help you pay your fees

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP.

You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Centrelink.

Scholarships

At UniSQ, we offer a range of scholarships to support your success at university. Find a scholarship that works for you.

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

Study period  Application closing date Orientation  Study period start date Finish date
Trimester 1, 2025  Monday 10 February Monday 3 February  Monday 10 February  Friday 9 May
Trimester 2, 2025 Monday 26 May Monday 19 May Monday 26 May  Friday 22 August
Trimester 3, 2025 Monday 8 September Monday 1 September Monday 8 September Friday 5 December 

More information on applying key dates is available.

Further information

Discover further information on applying to study at UniSQ that is relevant to you.

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Begin your study journey today with the university rated 5/5 stars for graduates starting salaries* and start the degree that’s right for you.

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