Overview

Designed for ambitious managers with entry based on management experience, the Graduate Certificate in Management is available through online or a blend of on-campus and online (on-campus offered in select states only) and is structured around your learning needs.

Made up of four core business units, it examines the essentials of a management role and its functions. It’s also a convenient entry pathway to our MBA qualification if you prefer to take it one step at a time. Enhance your senior management skills and gain a formal qualification that supports your career development.

Units of Study

The Graduate Certificate in Management has a blended approach to learning, being available through online or a mix of both on-campus and online study modes. Successfully completing the four core units of the Graduate Certificate provides you with a formal qualification and allows you direct entry into the Graduate Diploma in Management. That’s one step closer to your MBA. You could complete the Graduate Certificate in as little as 8 months part-time.

4 Core Units

  • Leading Managing and Developing People
  • Marketing for Managers
  • Managing Operational Improvement
  • Managing Financial Resources

For a detailed unit description, please contact a Senior Learning Advisor on 1300 658 337 or Download the Course Guide .

Entry Requirements

The Graduate Certificate in Management has entry options based on tertiary qualifications and relevant management experience.

Enter with:

  • Bachelor degree and two years’ relevant management experience
  • Diploma or Advanced Diploma and three years’ management experience
  • No formal tertiary qualification but five years’ relevant management experience

Successfully completing the Graduate Certificate gives you a formal qualification and allows you direct entry into the Graduate Diploma in Management. Upon completing the Graduate Diploma in Management, you’ll qualify for direct entry to the Master of Business Administration.

Study Mode

At AIM Business School, postgraduate education has never been more accessible. With fully online or a blend of both on-campus and online study options, you can choose what works best for you depending on your location, lifestyle, and work situation.

Online

Online learning provides flexibility and convenience, which is great for anyone constrained by time or distance. You can complete your qualification when it suits you and at your own pace.

Studying online doesn’t equate to studying alone. You’ll have access to unit introduction videos, regular webinars, and our unique virtual campus, MyABS. This state-of-the-art online learning management system offers a ‘community’ approach to self-directed study where you can share experiences, ideas and questions through integrated features such as chat forums, live chat, and links with social media platforms.

Blended

If it suits you better you can take a blended learning approach, mixing on-campus and online options to suit your situation at any given time. Pick and choose your unit based on study modes to reap the benefits of both online and on-campus study – it’s the ultimate flexibility.

Course Fee

AIM Business School charges individual unit fees which are payable prior to the date of commencement of that unit or 14 days upon invoice generated.

Payment of fees may be made by:

  • cheque,
  • credit card or
  • application for FEE-HELP, a government loan given to eligible students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees.

For students enrolling for courses commencing in 2019 and future years, AIM Business School reserves the right to adjust tuition fees annually Find out more about fees and charges.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Students who can provide evidence of previous study at a similar AQF level or demonstrable equivalent experience, may on application, be provided with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer for up to 50% of a respective course.  All applications for RPL will be assessed on an individual basis. For students seeking RPL based on experience only, an administration fee applies per unit for successful applications. For more information about the RPL process, please contact a Senior Learning Advisor on 1300 658 337 or request a call back today.

Please view the schedule of fees for more information.

Additional Information

What sets us apart?

Practical, real-world learning – no exams!

There are no exams at AIM Business School. Rather, assessment is based on undertaking realistic projects applied to each participant’s own organisational and industry contexts. Emphasis is placed on contemporary, relevant and interactive case studies. Participants engage in coursework that is entirely applicable to their work to ensure they receive immediate value from their learning experience.

Best in class faculty

Our faculty are highly qualified and experienced business professionals. They are chosen based on their senior management experience in their area of specialisation, appropriate postgraduate and teaching qualifications and a commitment to keep abreast of developments in their area of specialisation. Be inspired by practitioners with senior level business and industry experience and benefit from their extensive business knowledge and practical leadership and management skills.

mySupport – supporting you throughout your study journey

At AIM Business School, students are provided with complimentary access to 9 support functions ranging from online study support, academic support, personal assistance program, professional development and more. We know balancing study, work, social and life commitments can be a handful at times and by providing a range of support options, you’ll never be studying alone.

Flexible intake periods

At AIM Business School, you don’t have to wait for the next semester intake. When we say flexible and accessible, we mean it. We understand that working professionals need both when enrolling in postgraduate study. This means, with bimonthly, you can start as soon as you’re ready. It’s convenience at its best.

Prompt, personalised and on-going support

We’ll be there to help you throughout your study journey. Gain prompt, personalised and ongoing support from specialised Faculty and our Student Support Team. We know postgraduate study is a commitment and we’re committed to providing you exceptional support throughout your qualification.

Duration:
From 4 months or 8 months part-time
Structure:
4 units
Delivery Mode:
Fully online or a blend of online and on-campus
FEE-HELP Approved:
YES

Australian Leaders Scholarship

As a direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic, AIM Business School has created the Australian Leaders Scholarship to help people emerge from this crisis stronger by providing $500 towards each unit studied.

Tristan Pham, CFO

"I chose to study with AIM Business School due to the flexibility of their MBA. It was a great learning experience. I should have done this much earlier."

Tristan Pham, CFO
MBA Graduate
Irene Prorellis, AIM Business School, MBA Graduate

“For me, [AIM Business School] had the flexibility that I was looking for. It was an easy choice.”

Irene Prorellis
MBA Graduate
Narinder Bhandari, AIM Business School, MBA Graduate

"What I really enjoyed was the quality of the lecturers. . . . Very practical-oriented, and that is what I was looking for. I didn’t want to go to just any college or any university and learn theory. I really wanted a practical-oriented course and that is what I got."

Narinder Bhandari
MBA Graduate