Graduate Certificate in Marketing
Postgraduate
2025
You're considered an International student if you are:
Postgraduate
2025
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AUD$ 21,000 per annum (per 0.5 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
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Entrants to the program shall normally hold one of the following:
*Relevant work experience is considered to be a managerial or leadership role.
This program will not be offered in 2024. To apply for a future intake, please register your interest via the Enquire button.
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.
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).
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:
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.
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:
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.
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 to consider:
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.
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.
Recipients can get a 50% reduction on tuition fees for up to four years of full-time study for selected degrees.
Recipients can get a 15% reduction on tuition fees for the duration of their chosen degree.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.