Graduate Certificate in Marketing
Degree Level Postgraduate
Year 2025
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Program Code
DCKG
Fees
AUD$ 21,000 per annum (per 0.5 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
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CRICOS Code
098295C
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Entry requirements
Entrants to the program shall normally hold one of the following:
- A completed Bachelor degree from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
- A completed Advanced Diploma (or Associate Degree) plus 2 years relevant work experience; or
- A completed Diploma and 4 years relevant work experience; or
- 5 years relevant work experience*.
*Relevant work experience is considered to be a managerial or leadership role.
English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.English language testPlease access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
This program will not be offered in 2025. To enquire about a future intake, please register your interest via the Enquire button.
Degree overview
- Study at a university recognised globally in Business. UniSA Business is in the top one per cent worldwide and has been awarded an overall five stars for excellence1.
- UniSA Business is accredited by both AACSB International and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies.
- Explore current, practical real-world examples of best practice and confidently apply your skills to business environments.
- Learn from experts who advise global brands such as Colgate-Palmolive, Mondelez International and Nestlé.
- Use this qualification to enter the marketing sector, upskill for career advancement or to continue your studies through a range of UniSA master's degrees (excluding MBA).
- Connect with a senior business leader through our Executive Partners Program.
- Benefit from flexible study options and learn on campus, online or in mixed mode, full-time or part-time.
- Develop career-ready skills employers are looking for once you graduate with enterprise skills embedded in all business courses within this program.
- Study a curriculum informed by above world-class research in Marketing2.
- Study at a university recognised as a global leader in Brand Management research3.
- Study at a Top 5 business school in Australia for quality4.
- Experience UniSA’s campus facilities, ranked in the Top 5 in Australia for Business and Management5.
1UniSA Business is one of just 13 institutions in Australia and approximately 200 globally (from over 25,000 universities) to be EQUIS accredited. EFMD, March 2024. 2023 QS Stars Business School Ratings. 22018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). 3AFR BOSS Magazine, April 2018 – League of Scholars. 4Ranked #5, Australian Financial Review BOSS Best Business Schools List 2023. 5Ranked #4 (Undergraduate) and #5 (Postgraduate), ComparED (QILT) Student Experience Survey 2021-22, Learning Resources Indicator.
Snapshot
Learn contemporary marketing skills and theories from experts who advise global brands supported by research recognised as above world-class in Marketing1.
This graduate certificate will provide you with skills in key marketing areas, enabling you to advance with select UniSA Business masters degrees, and enter and succeed within the marketing sector.
12018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
What you'll learn
You will study a total of four courses – two core courses (which includes a core elective) and two additional marketing electives, providing you with an introduction to contemporary marketing knowledge.
You will learn courses in Marketing Management, choose between Buyer Behaviour Insights or Advanced Marketing Analytics as your core elective, and then select two extra electives from areas such as:
- Brand Management
- Wine marketing
- Advertising: Planning and buying media
- e-Marketing
Study hours
For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects and contribute to online discussion forums (independent study). So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12 – 26 hours of study when at university and 14 – 28 hours of independent study per week.
Assessment
This degree combines theoretical and hands-on learning. You can expect your assessment tasks to differ widely – these may include:
- case studies and reports
- essays and assignments
- examinations
- industry-relevant projects
- oral or online presentations
- journal or portfolios
- work placements
Global opportunities
Enrich your studies and your life – make overseas study part of your qualification. You may have the option to undertake an exchange, short-term program or study tour overseas while you study. We have links with universities worldwide, as well as a range of travel grants available to make going overseas much more accessible.
You can choose short-term or semester-long study from a range of universities and countries depending on your area of study and cultural interests.
Take a look at the global opportunities available.
Why Graduate Certificate in Marketing
UniSA is renowned nationally and internationally for excellence in business education. We develop our degrees in partnership with industry and connect with top professional bodies - so our degrees remain relevant to today’s business environment.
This graduate certificate will provide you with the knowledge and skills to gain a solid foundation in marketing, and entry into the Master of Management (Marketing). It offers an entry point if you don't hold a prior business qualification, but have substantial work experience, or a non-business undergraduate degree.
UniSA Business is the only business school in South Australia accredited by both AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies recognising excellence in business education and research at a global level. These dual accreditations demonstrate the high standards we hold across all areas such as teaching, student learning and research, as well as our commitment to continually improving the quality of our programs.
Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science
UniSA Business is home to the world-renowned Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science. The Institute is the world’s largest institute for research into marketing and a global leader in Brand Management research1. It is supported by more than 60 companies worldwide via the Ehrenberg-Bass Sponsorship, including:
- Colgate-Palmolive
- Mondelez International
- Lindt & Sprüngli
- Danone
- PepsiCo.
The Institute has been making important discoveries about marketing for more than a decade, with its leading research embedded into our marketing degrees. You will get up-to-date industry knowledge, insights and access to the experts who advise some of the world’s biggest brands.
An enriching student experience
Our program delivery and extra-curricular opportunities are designed to suit your lifestyle, preferred way of learning and career interests. You can benefit from Summer and Winter School intensive courses, mentoring and networking opportunities with industry, and leadership skill development. You can also explore accelerated learning pathways and seek program support from our Business Student Hub.
1AFR BOSS Magazine, April 2018 – League of Scholars.
Careers in Marketing
Your career
Careers to consider:
- Account manager: managing client relationships; preparing creative briefs; managing the production of advertisements; managing internal and external communications.
- Brand manager: responsible for driving the growth of a brand; ensuring all aspects of a brand’s marketing and manufacturing match; creating a brand strategy and ensuring all aspects of a product or an activity align with the brand.
- Business development consultant: working with business and advising on business plans; advising on investment, finance and marketing strategies; analysing domestic and global economic factors on business; advising businesses on growth opportunities.
- Fundraising and development officer: organising events and campaigns to raise money and donations; raising awareness using marketing tools and platforms; coordinating and managing relationships with trusts, philanthropic foundations and donors.
- International marketer: using an understanding of global market trends to maximise market share and profits; developing products to meet international demands; establishing competitive and profitable pricing strategies.
- Marketing insights analyst: interpreting data and reporting on it; making recommendations based on research findings; applying qualitative and quantitative techniques to interpret data.
- Market researcher: coordinating research projects; investigating market activity; analysing published data and statistics; evaluating past performance and assessing future trends; commissioning surveys.
- Marketing coordinator: promoting products or services by developing and implementing marketing and advertising campaigns; tracking and evaluating performance data; coordinating events; copywriting for a number of promotional channels.
- Media planner: combining creative thinking with factual analysis to target marketing campaigns at audiences; identifying the best mediums for building brand awareness and sales.
Industry facts
How to apply for international students will give you helpful information about the application process at the University of South Australia. When you are ready, apply through our International Application System. If you would like to talk to someone near you about studying at the University of South Australia, we have agents all over the world who can assist you. Find an Education Agent in your country.
Scholarships
Every year, over 2,500 UniSA students are supported in their studies through scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. Check out the scholarships below. One of them may be perfect for you. Visit our scholarships page for more.
Vice Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship
Recipients can get a 50% reduction on tuition fees for up to four years of full-time study for selected degrees.
International Merit Scholarship
Recipients can get a 15% reduction on tuition fees for the duration of their chosen degree.
Your study experience and support
As a UniSA student, you will have unique access to work placement opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events, internships, guest speakers and more.
Our campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform. We have health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and great student lounges. You will also gain access to a range of community clinics, which provide professional and cost effective services in areas of health, business, law and psychology. There are campus sport activities to keep you active, and if you are keen to explore the social side of university life, there are movies, cooking demonstrations, parties and lots more.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation and private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages, or explore our student accommodation by Scape on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.
Student services
The Business Student Hub is a dedicated and convenient support service for business students, from first year right through to graduation. The team provides expert advice on study options, elective choices and any academic difficulties, and can help with referrals to support services across the University. The Business Student Hub is there to facilitate your life at university, so you get the most out of your UniSA experience.
You can also access a range of other international student services including
- careers advice
- help with student visas and health cover
- personal counselling
- academic counselling
- fees and finance help
- common rooms
- prayer rooms
- security officers
- accommodation services
- UniSA’s Student Association, USASA, also provides a range of other services.
- We also offer study support from our Learning Advisers which you can work with face-to-face or online. They are here to help you develop academically and professionally during your studies, and can also offer help with the English language.
When you become a UniSA student you can contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your ID cards, fees and any other questions you might have.
24/7 digital environment
With interactive online course materials and a 24/7 learning environment you can organise your study to suit your lifestyle. You can:
- study online, including accessing videos and course resources
- participate in virtual classrooms
- submit your assignments and get feedback online
- use forums and discussion boards for team work and communication
Our learnonline facilities include a personal learning environment with virtual classrooms, lecture recordings, emails, learning support, administration, library access and results. The environment is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you can tailor your learning to your life. We are continually investing in innovative digital technologies for a high-quality student learning experience.
Please note, all student visa holders are required to meet their visa condition to study no more than one-third of their program in an online mode and maintain enrolment in at least one internal (face-to-face) course per compulsory study period, unless it is their final course and not available internally. If you are currently residing in Adelaide, on-campus attendance (such as seminars, workshops or examinations) and/or placements would apply, as outlined on individual course pages. If you are currently overseas, online study may be available following your individual study plan.
Your program director
I'm passionate about both learning and teaching, and currently lecture at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the areas of International Marketing and Marketing Principles. My teaching is influenced by the same ground-breaking research into marketing that has led to the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute’s global fame and partnerships with many of the world’s biggest brands. We also offer opportunities for you to connect with industry through initiatives like our on-campus Marketing Clinic, where you can provide advice to small and medium-sized businesses under the supervision of marketing experts.
Ask UniSA
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How do I apply?
There are a number of ways to apply to study UniSA's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
You can access our online International Application System through our How to Apply page. The International Application System is an easy and secure online application and acceptance process. You will have visibility of your application through the secure online portal with the ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment.
Alternatively you can submit an application through one of the University's registered Education Agents.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC http://www.satac.edu.au/.
If you are applying for the UniSA Study Abroad or Study Abroad Plus program, you can submit your application online here.
Postgraduate study by research
For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit http://unisa.edu.au/resdegrees. -
Is there a closing date for applications?
There is no closing date for submitting your application however the admissions process takes between one and three weeks from the date that we receive your application and all required supporting documentation.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC. Key dates for applications can be found here.
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What credit can I receive for previous studies?
You may be eligible to receive credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area at an equivalent or higher level. Receiving credit will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree.
The amount of credit you may be eligible to receive is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions team.
The best way to determine your eligibility to receive credit or advanced standing is to apply using our International Application System which can be found on our How to Apply page. You will need to supply detailed syllabus documents with your application.
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Can I speak to someone regarding my study options?
UniSA welcomes the opportunity to speak with you regarding your study options. Our staff are able to talk to you about degree information, career outcomes and pathways, entry requirements, applications, and student life, so that you are able to make the best study decision for your future.
Click here to book a 1:1 appointment with one of our enquiries team.
We also have many events throughout the year in Australia and overseas where you can speak with UniSA representatives about your area of interest. View our calendar of events in your home country by selecting the 'International' filter.
What others are saying
Our courses are designed for hands-on learning from lecturers, who work regularly with a range of companies around the world. The knowledge and skills we help you learn are the same that top companies are learning and applying in their business today. Engage with the world’s largest group researching how marketing actually works and bring those skills into the workplace tomorrow.
Professor Larry Lockshin
Professor of Wine Marketing | University of South Australia
Deciding to take up a master’s degree while working full-time and managing family life was the hardest but best decision I ever made. I chose UniSA because I knew I would learn the tools needed for my future career, and my learnings would be research-based and relevant to the marketing world today. I also knew my teachers would have hands-on, real-world industry experience. Thanks to my studies at UniSA and the invaluable opportunities available beyond the classroom, I am now working in a marketing role within the defence sector and enjoying every minute.
Mellissa Caasi
Master of Management (Marketing)
Marketing Lead & Business Support | DEWC
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